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Samantha Jane McCarthy

Samantha Jane is the “Sam” in Sam’s Fans. Sam is the eldest child of our founder, Nikki McCarthy, and the soul behind our mission.

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Sam’s Fans is able to grow our impact via generous donations from our constituents and community participation in our events. Whether you are looking to contribute your time or your finances, we gratefully accept!

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Samantha Jane McCarthy

Samantha Jane is the “Sam” in Sam’s Fans. Sam is the eldest child of our founder, Nikki McCarthy, and the soul behind our mission.

Our Story
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Our Impact

35,000+

Sessions Provided

More than 28,000 children supported

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Music Therapy

Music Therapy can synchronize with the body's rhythm, improve social skills, and aid in emotional processing and memory recall.  These therapies excel in their ability to activate and regulate brain chemistry and pathways associated with emotion, memory, and cognition.

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Art Therapy

Art Therapy helps improve motor skills and provides a safe outlet for expression.  Both therapies trigger the release of feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, and can reduce stress hormones like cortisol.

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Sam’s Fans is able to grow our impact via generous donations from our constituents and community participation in our events. Whether you are looking to contribute your time or your finances, we gratefully accept!

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After A THREAD Of Hope 2025!

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Get Your 2026 Tickets Here!

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In 2025, Sam’s Fans raised $624,694.60, served 3,061 families, and had a total of 5,376 individual visits and 553 group visits.

See Our Year In Action!
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital
 

Ohio University

University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital
 

ProMedica Russell J. Ebeid Children’s Hospital

A Kid Again
 

Akron Children’s Hospital
 

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Center for Courageous Kids

Cleveland Clinic Children’s
 

Dayton Children’s Hospital
 

Flying Horse Farms
 

Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida

Our Partner Organizations

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