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Media & news

The GameChanger buzz.

Recognition, press, partnerships, and stories from across our hospital network — plus a first look at our upcoming documentary.

Featured

"Hope Lives Here" — the film.

Documentary

A documentary on the power of play in pediatric care.

Filmed across our partner hospitals, "Hope Lives Here" follows the children, families, and care teams who experience firsthand what play makes possible in the hardest hours of childhood illness — a first look at our story.

Hope Lives Here
A first look at our story
In the news

Recognition, press & milestones.

Selected coverage and announcements from across our community.

Recognition · Apr 30, 2026

GameChanger Charity Named 2026 "Nonprofit of the Year"

Recognized ahead of Mental Health Awareness Month and National Hospital Week for two decades of impact for children in hospitals.

Trust & transparency · Dec 2, 2025

The Proof Is In: Why You Can Trust GameChanger Charity

How accountability, financial stewardship, and transparency anchor everything we do for donors and the families we serve.

Community · Aug 12, 2023

Games & Goodies to Those Affected by Hawaii Wildfires

GameChanger pledged support to Hawaii, committing resources to children and families affected by the wildfires.

People · Jun 23, 2023

Tate Natland honored with Top Student Leadership Award

Student ambassador Tate Natland received recognition for outstanding leadership contributions to the mission.

Hospital partnership · Jun 20, 2023

This Week at GameChanger: UC Davis Children's Hospital Drop-off

A donation drop-off bringing games and play to patients at UC Davis Children's Hospital.

Initiative · May 15, 2023

Imagining Mental Wellness: A Giving Day

A giving-day initiative supporting mental wellness for children in hospitals.

Events

Gaming for good.

Charity gaming events that rally our community to raise funds and bring play to more hospital rooms.

Event · Jun 9, 2023

MineChanger: A Minecraft Charity Event – June 16

A community Minecraft event raising funds and awareness for children facing serious illness.

Event · Apr 8, 2023

TubNet x GameChanger Battle Royale Fundraiser

A creator-led battle royale fundraiser bringing gamers together for a good cause.

Campaign · May 31, 2023

GameChanger Presents: Gaming for Good Month

A month-long campaign inviting players everywhere to turn their playtime into hope for kids in hospitals.

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