The Problem
he problem we want to fix is the lack of comfort, dignity, and personal spirit that pediatric cancer patients experience while undergoing treatment. Standard hospital gowns are often generic, uncomfortable, and poorly designed, making it hard for children and teens to feel like themselves during a challenging time. More critically, these gowns do not provide easy, comfortable access for medical ports or necessary treatments. This lack of customization adds unnecessary physical and emotional stress, making the hospital environment feel even more isolating. We want to solve this by restoring a sense of individuality and ease for these brave patients.
Our Plan
We are launching "Gs Giving Gowns" to design, create, and donate customized hospital gowns and port access shirts for pediatric cancer patients at a local medical facility. Our action plan involves four key phases: Preparation and Sourcing: We will research and select soft, child-friendly fabrics and patterns that specifically include easy access points (snaps or zippers) for medical ports and IV lines. We will then host fundraisers and outreach events to collect donations for materials, including fabric, thread, and sewing supplies. Volunteer Mobilization and Production: We will recruit and train a team of student and community volunteers in basic sewing skills. We will host weekly "Sewing Circles" to produce the gowns and shirts, aiming for a minimum production goal (e.g., 20 gowns) per month. Dignity and Customization: We will work with the partner hospital's staff to understand general sizing needs and preferred themes (like animals, sports, or nature) to ensure the gowns are as personal and uplifting as possible, restoring a sense of individuality to the patients. Delivery and Impact: We will establish a formal partnership with the hospital’s pediatric unit for safe, scheduled delivery of the completed gowns and measure our success by tracking the number of patients served and gathering feedback on the comfort and usefulness of the designs.
