Honoring Kami’s Legacy Through the Biggest PJ Party

Every April, Casey Cares Foundation invites communities across the country to take part in one of our most meaningful traditions, the #CaseyCaresBiggestPJParty. What began as a simple idea has grown into a powerful movement, delivering comfort, joy, and a sense of normalcy to critically ill children and their families.

At the heart of this campaign is Kami. A beloved Casey Cares child, Kami passed away from leukemia in 2007. During her frequent hospital stays, something as simple as wearing her own pajamas instead of a hospital gown made her feel more comfortable, confident, and like herself. For a child facing unimaginable challenges, that small sense of normalcy meant everything.

In 2008, the Kami’s Jammies Program was created in her memory, transforming her experience into a lasting legacy for other children. Today, that legacy lives on through the Biggest PJ Party, which continues to grow year after year.

Now in its 11th year, the campaign aims to deliver 27,000 pairs of pajamas to critically ill children who are hospitalized or homebound. These pajamas are more than just clothing, they provide comfort during long hospital stays, restore dignity, and offer a reminder that someone is thinking of them.

Throughout the month of April, we encourage individuals, schools, businesses, and community groups to get involved by hosting pajama drives and wearing pajamas to work or school. On April 16th, National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day, supporters everywhere come together to celebrate, raise awareness, and show their support for the children and families we serve.

For more than 25 years, Casey Cares has been dedicated to creating uplifting experiences for families facing critical illness—from hospital PJ deliveries to birthday surprises, movie nights, and special outings. The Biggest PJ Party is one of the many ways we continue that mission, turning small acts of kindness into meaningful moments that families will never forget.

This April, we invite you to join us. Help us honor Kami’s legacy and bring comfort to children when they need it most. Because sometimes, the smallest things, like a cozy pair of pajamas, can make the biggest difference.

Click here to learn more and get involved.