Like the concept that the flutter of a butterfly’s wings in New Haven can cause a snowstorm in the Green Mountains, so too will a small monthly donation make all the difference in the world to a child with cancer and their family.
The Butterfly Effect is our community of monthly donors, who have committed to give what they can each month, helping to deliver the joy, comfort, and stability that belong in every childhood-one small donation at a time.
Watch the video to hear how impactful your monthly gift is to the children and families of Lucy's Love Bus.
Aerial yoga provides a gentle, low-impact way to improve flexibility, reduce stress, and promote relaxation through supported, flowing movements.
Skiing offers children with cancer, their siblings, and caregivers a joyful way to reconnect, create lasting memories, and embrace moments of freedom and fun after treatment.
Surfing together with other families creates a supportive community where children, siblings, and caregivers can share joy, build connections, and find strength in each other’s company.
Spending time with horses offers emotional comfort and a calming presence, helping kids feel grounded and less anxious during a challenging time.
Dance lessons help children with cancer reconnect with their bodies, boost confidence, and find joy in movement—just like Ruby, who shines brightest when she’s dancing.
Music therapy helps children with cancer express themselves, manage difficult emotions, and feel empowered—like Riot, who finds strength and joy behind the drums.
Meditation helps children with cancer and their family members find moments of calm, reduce anxiety, and feel more emotionally grounded during an incredibly stressful time.
Nolan found joy and confidence through karate—helping him step out of his comfort zone and discover strength in both body and spirit.
Therapeutic horseback riding helps children with cancer improve balance, strength, and confidence in a fun, healing environment.
Swim lessons have helped Elyahs rebuild his confidence, connect with others, and bring joy back into both his and his mom’s life after cancer turned their world upside down.
For Alice, cheerleading has been a powerful way to reclaim her strength and confidence after cancer treatment—helping her feel closer to the vibrant, capable self she remembers and reminding her that she's still moving forward.
Providing extracurriculars like gymnastics gives siblings of children with cancer a chance to have something just for themselves, offering joy, routine, and a way to simply be a kid during an otherwise overwhelming and frightening time.
Art therapy helps children with cancer express complex emotions, reduce stress, and regain a sense of control through creative expression.
Love Bus' Group Programs help children with cancer manage their pain and anxiety, provides their siblings with tools to aid in coping with their sibling’s illness, and offers parents the opportunity to share with others going through similar journeys.
Animal therapy helps children with cancer feel calmer, more supported, and less isolated by providing comfort, companionship, and moments of joy during a difficult time.