DC SUBURBS | VA, MD and DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

NEWS & EVENTS

Welcome to our chapter!  We hope you will join us in helping children feel better to heal better.

Want to stay informed of everything that is going on with our chapter?  Follow us on Facebook .

If you want to sew a pillowcase, click here for directions.  For fabric requirements, click here.

 Fabric FAQ’s:

• Flannel fabric is accepted by our hospitals.
• Holiday themed fabric is also accepted and encouraged – the kids particularly love Halloween and Christmas fabric.
• Red fabric is allowed if it has been prewashed. We encourage the use of Color Catcher sheets in the wash in case the color bleeds.

3 Million Smiles and Counting!

On May 9, 2025, our chapter delivered a ceremonial 3 millionth pillowcase to Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital in Falls Church, VA.  Check out the local new coverage by NBC Channel 4 Washington here.

How Can You Help?

• Sew pillowcases and drop them off at your local drop off site. If you are not near a drop off location, please email us.
• Donate child friendly fabric at a drop off site.
• Donate funds for us to purchase fabric (all donations are 100% tax deductible). Donations can be made here on the Ryan’s Case for Smiles website and by choosing our chapter (under MD and VA).
• Donate your time – come help us make pillowcases at a sew day.
• Organize your own sew day with your friends or community – contact us via email for assistance.