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.
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.
Ways to help
Turn kindness into comfort.
Easiest way to give
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View profileNICU wish list
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.
Shop the listMeet our team
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 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.
August 2026
Our first deliveries: love in action
We brought our very first baskets to families at our local hospital—and left with even more love than we carried in.
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.