Founded by a three-time cancer survivor, Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time.
6 simple hand-cut stickers may receive 1 service hour
3 complex hand-cut stickers may receive 1 service hour
Help bring cheer and motivation to cancer patients by creating custom stickers with positive messages and illustrations to be used as decorations for our cancer care kits. These stickers will serve as small but impactful tokens of encouragement, designed to uplift the spirits of those undergoing treatment.
How to Get Started
- Brainstorm and create designs that incorporate positive messages, such as "You Are Strong," "Keep Fighting," and "Stay Positive," alongside uplifting illustrations like sunflowers, clouds, ocean themes, and smiling faces. Please NO "get well soon", "keep growing", "shine", or other messages that may unintentionally cause discomfort.
- As with our other service projects, you are welcome to work from the comfort of your home, with your colleagues at the office, or with your friends at school! Use digital and/or traditional art techniques to draw and create the designs. If digital, the stickers should be printed on high-quality adhesive paper or using the tutorials below.
- For those seeking service hours, designs may only be repeated for hand-drawn stickers, not digital designs.
- Simple vs. complex: We defer to YOUR judgment, as it depends on how long it takes for you to design and cut out a sticker. If it takes about 20 minutes per sticker, due to thoughtful hand-drawn designs, coloring, text, shape, etc., then we would consider it complex. If it only takes about 10 minutes per sticker, with a smiley and text, for example, then that would be considered simple.
- Limits: We really hope for volunteers to focus less on quantity and more on quality, so while there is no limit, we do highly encourage quality to show patients we care with thoughtful artwork and text.
- Using pre-cut sticker labels: Creative designs and messages on pre-cut sticker labels may be eligible for 1 service hour per 10 designs.
- Using wax paper: We are no longer accepting stickers made on wax/parchment paper. Please consider using inexpensive sticker paper options below, such as these sticker sheets that can be cut into any shape and peeled more easily.
- Once completed, follow the submission steps here. They will then be distributed to cancer patients in hospitals, treatment centers, and support groups through Kits to Heart's cancer care kits.
Recommended Materials
Supplies will differ depending on the method of sticker-making. Please also refer to tutorials below.
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- For paper designs: Markers, colored pencils (please do not use only regular pencils for text), and any other art supplies you may have on hand, including a pair of scissors
- For digital designs:
- Canon Printer
- Cricut Maker Bundle
- Sticker Paper Options:
- Sticker Paper, 100 Sheets, White Matte, 8.5 x 11
- Silhouette Printable White Sticker Paper, 8.5"X11", 8 Count
- Pre-Cut Sticker Labels
- 30 Sheets, Printable White Sticker Paper, Laser/Inkjet Printing - Matte, Letter Size (8.5" x 11")
- Premium Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper for Your Inkjet and Laser Printer
Recommended Tutorials
- How to Make Stickers Step-by-Step (no cutting machine needed)
- How to Make Stickers from Home
- How to Make Stickers
How to Submit
Please follow these steps to ensure your work is received!
For Students: If you are a student seeking SSL hours, you must make at least 6 simple stickers OR 3 complex stickers for quality completion of the service project. For every 6 simple stickers OR 3 complex stickers made and submitted, students may earn 1 SSL hour. There is no maximum number of hours for this activity.Safety First
Safety is paramount. Please follow these precautions:
• Do not prepare and drop off items if anyone in your home is sick.
• While packaging and dropping off items, wash your hands and avoid touching your face.
• During drop-off, please leave items at the front door.
Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.
