Operation 36..

Fosters meaningful connections between hospitalized patients and volunteers

Building confident, curious hearts and mind through pen-pal exchanges, donations, and care kits/boxes.

Mission Statement

Operation36 is a student-led service project dedicated to bringing hope to children in hospitalized conditions one step at a time. We do this through letters, care boxes, volunteer service, and more.

We are committed to maintaining moral engagement in all interactions across our different 4 chapters in high schools within Southern California.

Why this matters

Every child deserves to feel loved and supported no matter what stage of life they are in.

Around 40% of children in the U.S. are diagnosed with a chronic illness

It is our duty to help and encourage children who are fighting to stay strong

Our Board

Founder/president: Kate Lee

Kate Lee is a sophomore at Ayala High School. She wants to be a pediatric physician's assistant when she is older. In her free time, she loves to draw, read, and hang out with her friends.

Vice president: Elyse Han

Elyse Han is a sophomore at JFK Middle College. She is a kind-hearted girl and she loves to read. She is part of the ASB at her school

Our Programs

Our programs offer opportunities for individuals to interact with hospitalized children!

Volunteer Program

Volunteers are put into a pen-pal system with sponsored hospitalized patients. They will also create letters, care boxes, and assist with fundraisers!