Charlie’s Buddies has been set up in remembrance of Charlie and those children (his buddies) in need of the same special care while in the hospital. Established in September of 2001, Charlie's Buddies is a charitable not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for families of critically ill children. Our purpose is to build a lasting legacy of generosity by creating a community of donors who, through their wealth, wisdom, work, and volunteering, can support and help those children and their families in need. Proceeds are used for child development toys, rocking chairs, mobiles and other items, as well as to continue our specially developed NICU programs, to help make the stay in a hospital's NICU a little more comforting. We specialize in critically ill infants staying in a hospital's NICU (Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit).