They Enjoy
Finished toys are delivered back to the children
We Create
Volunteers turn designs into 3D models and print them
Patients Design
Children create toy designs using drawings or Play-Doh
By combining volunteer support, maker spaces, and 3D printing, we transform children’s ideas into meaningful, tangible creations.
Built on community and innovation
HOSPITAL PARTNERS
1+
VOLUNTEER MAKERS
10+
100%
CHILD-DESIGNED
Our Heart & Mission
When a child is in the hospital, their daily life can feel different. Routines may change, and things can feel uncertain or unexpected. Project Ray can help children feel more in control by letting children choose what fun looks like for them.
Children can let their imagination run wild and share their ideas by talking, drawing, or playing with modeling dough. Then, we work with local makers in Boston to turn those ideas into real toys. Using tools like 3D printers, we can make many kinds of toys quickly and at a low cost.
Our goal is simple:
Help children create, play, and feel like themselves – even during a hard time.
Makerspaces
Trusted by leading
pediatric hospitals
Mass General Hospital
We work hand-in-hand with child life teams to deliver joy where it's needed most.
Volunteers
3D Printers
Community Donors
The Toy Making Process
Discover
Design kits are provided to families
Create
Kids create toys with simple materials
Submit
Parents submit photos through online forms
Volunteers design and 3D print toys
Check
Toys checked for safety and quality
Deliver
Toys delivered back to child
Enjoy
Children enjoy their custom toy
Volunteer Maker
Join our team of CAD designers and 3D printers. All skill levels welcome - we will train you.
Partner Makerspace
Do you run a makerspace, fab lab, or have 3D printing access? Partner with us to bring production in-house.
Do you run a makerspace, fab lab, or have 3D printing access? Partner with us to bring production in-house.
Donate
Every dollar goes directly towards materials, printing, and delivery of toys to children in hospitals.
There is a role for everyone
Whether you can design, print, donate, or simply spread the word,
you can make a child's day.
The Team Behind the Magic
Director of Engineering
Director of Public Relations
Director of Finance
Director of Logistics
Executive Director
Favorite Toy:
LEGO!!!
Favorite Toy:
PlayStation 4
Favorite Toy:
Sebastian's Farm Tractor
Favorite Toy:
Sam's Trusty Yo-Yo
Favorite Toy:
Lincoln Logs
We are a diverse team coming from backgrounds in medicine, engineering, and design, and are passionate about improving the patient experience for pediatric patients.
We believe that small, thoughtful innovations can make a meaningful difference for many.
Contact Us
City
Boston, MA
ProjectRay.Boston@gmail.com
Phone
(860) 325-2505