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Extra Life: Game With Purpose


How Extra Life works

Play any game, anytime, to help kids at Boston Children’s.

  1. Visit extra-life.org to register.
  2. Set a fundraising goal of $100 or more, and choose Boston Children’s Hospital as your Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.
  3. Ask friends and family to donate using the fundraising tools we’ll equip you with. Our Extra Life Boston Team is here to help with tips along the way.
  4. Play during Game Week or anytime you like! 

Join Extra Life

How gaming helps kids

When you participate in Extra Life, your gaming supports the Every Child Fund at Boston Children’s Hospital, helping sick children when they need it most.

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How gaming helps kids

When you participate in Extra Life, your gaming supports the Every Child Fund at Boston Children’s Hospital, helping sick children when they need it most.

Get your company involved

Start an Extra Life team at work and bond with colleagues while you support our patients. And don’t forget to check if your employer matches charitable contributions!

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Contact us

Questions about Extra Life? Need fundraising advice or want to get involved? Reach out to extralife@chtrust.org.

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Boston Children’s Hospital supports healthy, safe and controlled gaming. If you have questions or concerns about your child’s gaming, please visit our Digital Wellness Lab for resources on healthy gaming habits for kids.

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