Mass General for Children (MGfC) is committed to offering the highest level of care to its young patients, and to presenting that care in a family-centered and compassionate environment.

We are dedicated to meeting the following goals:

  • Creating a family-friendly environment of care for our patients
  • Developing cutting-edge therapies with state-of-the art equipment
  • Enhancing patient care facilities dedicated solely to meeting children's needs

For information about how you can become involved with MGfC, please contact:

Massachusetts General Hospital Volunteer Department
Phone: 617-726-8540
Fax: 617-726-4434
E-mail: mghvolunteer@partners.org

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers at MGfC are coordinated through the Mass General Volunteer Department. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities by visiting the Mass General Volunteer Department website or by contacting:

Massachusetts General Hospital Volunteer Department
Phone: 617-726-8540
Fax: 617-726-4434
E-mail: mghvolunteer@partners.org

MassGeneral Marathon Team Fighting Kids’ Cancer . . . One Step at a Time

In 1998, Howard Weinstein, MD, chief of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at MGfC, founded the MassGeneral Marathon Team Fighting Kids’ Cancer ... One Step at a Time. This phenomenal team consists of Mass General physicians, nurses and staff, past and present patients, patients’ friends and family members, and accomplished marathon runners—all of whom compete annually in the Boston Marathon to raise essential funds for MGfC. Many runners participate in the marathon in honor of patient partners who are living with a pediatric cancer diagnosis.

To learn more about the MassGeneral Marathon Team Fighting Kids’ Cancer . . . One Step at a Time, visit the marathon team website or contact:

Courtney Earle
Development Officer, Special Events
Massachusetts General Hospital Development Office
Phone: 617-643-9478
Fax: 617-726-7661
Email: cearle2@partners.org

Granite State Quest

The Granite State Quest is a bicycle ride across Southern New Hampshire to raise funds for the Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Program at MGfC.

To learn more the Granite State Quest, visit the Granite State Quest web page.

Blood Donations

Donating blood or platelets is one of the easiest ways to make a difference in a pediatric patient's life. The actual process of giving blood takes approximately 30 minutes and can help as many as three patients. Learn more about the The Kraft Family Blood Donor Center.

Family Advisory Council

The Family Advisory Council is dedicated to the continuous development of a positive partnership among parents, children and staff to ensure the needs of children and families are met during their experience at MGfC.

Learn more about the Family Advisory Council and other opportunities.

Join Our Online Communities

You can show your support for MGfC, share your story and stay connected to the latest news and events by visiting our Facebook, Twitter and YouTube pages.