September 30, 2026
A little piece of our NICU story
For NICU Awareness Day, Rachel shares Emmet’s 49-day NICU journey and the small acts of support that helped their family along the way.
Serving Sangamon County
Love is strongest in life's hardest moments.
Providing care packages and practical support to families of hospitalized children and adults throughout Sangamon County.
When one person is hospitalized, the whole family is affected.
Our why
A little comfort goes a long way.
After multiple hospital stays with our daughter Lottie, we understand the fear, exhaustion, and uncertainty that families carry.
Through thoughtful care packages, we hope to make difficult days a little easier and inspire a ripple effect of compassion—one small act of love at a time.
Your love in action
Care that feels personal.
Our packages pair practical essentials with small comforts for the unexpected days and nights families spend away from home.
Mark your calendar
Fundraiser at Bloom Wine Bar and Florals.
A little wine, a little bidding, a LOT of love! Enjoy an evening of wine, food, and exciting silent auction items while supporting our mission to bring comfort to families in the hospital.
- Date
- Wednesday, November 11th
- Time
- 4:00–7:00 PM
- Venue
- Bloom Wine Bar and Florals
25%
of all food and drink sales will be donated to Love Like Lottie
50%
of floral sales will be donated to Love Like Lottie
2 S Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701
Can't make it? You can still support our families.
Give online through PayPal or Venmo — every gift brings comfort to a hospital family.
Ways to help
Turn kindness into comfort.
Easiest way to give
Donate with PayPal
Make a direct gift through PayPal — one tap, no sign-up maze.
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Find us in the Venmo app or scan our code: @Lovelikelottie. You'll be asked to sign in to complete your gift.
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Send comfort items for families with babies in the NICU.
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Send snacks and comforts straight from our care package packing list.
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Rooted in lived experience.
“Every family fighting these battles deserves to feel that same warmth.”
— Abby, Co-founder & President
Blog & stories
From the heart.
August 31, 2026
A little origin story 💜
A nurse. A small gift bag. And the thought, "we could do this." Here's the moment Love Like Lottie was truly born.
August 2026
What goes into a Lottie care package
Snacks, comfort items, and small touches that make a long hospital day feel a little more human—here's how we build each basket.
Connect with us
No family should navigate these moments alone.
If your family needs support, you want to nominate someone, share a story, volunteer, or partner with us, please reach out.