G’s Giving Gowns
Over the past couple years we’ve witnessed some wonderful acts of communities coming together, finding ways to be connected from anywhere in the world, providing love and support. Not only are we finding new ways to be connected, many have discovered new hobbies and interests that they might not have found before. What magic happens when you combine a new hobby with that love and support?
When Giuliana Demma’s 10-month-old cousin was diagnosed with pediatric cancer, she noticed that the hospital gowns she wore were neutral yellows and greens, not seeming very cheery and bright. Giuliana had an idea and reached out to a seamstress on Facebook, asking for some help making fun and kid-friendly gowns
After learning how to sew, thanks to a fashion camp in the summer of 2020 and receiving her first sewing machine for her 10th birthday, Giuliana launched G’s Giving Gowns. She wanted to bring some joy and familiarity to children who are in the hospital Giuliana thought that if little warriors that were fighting cancer could wear a custom hospital gown that was sewn with love then it would help make their time in the hospital a bit easier. She has now taken the reins, and delivers gowns to as many children as she can.
With friends and family who volunteer their time, and the ability to welcome volunteers from all over the country, Giuliana continues to be able to provide extraordinary outreach with over 795 gowns donated and counting. You can request an individual gown through her website, or bulk
orders to bring collections of gowns to hospitals and foundations It is an impressive feat to start a charitable giving program at any age, but especially at age 12!
Giuliana relayed that one of the biggest challenges she faced was starting this project in 2021 because hospitals had strict lockdown policies.
Some hospitals were reluctant to take donated items from community members She reached out and found Image First Healthcare Laundry Specialists located in Clifton, NJ, to sanitize each gown and make them hospital ready. Now each gown is sanitized before sending to make sure it is as safe as possible for the patients.
Looking through the pictures of the gowns she has made and sent, it’s easy to see how something like a favorite character can brighten someone’s day. A Minnie Mouse fabric print or a dinosaur pattern can provide a ray of sunshine. Not only do these patterns brighten up the tiny fighter’s day, but wearing something that fits in their size helps them be more comfortable through an already difficult situation
Giuliana’s story is a perfect example of how creative sewing skills can be used to make magic happen. She took a small, thoughtful idea and is now making big changes with it. If you would like to help assist in the growth of G’s Giving Gowns, you can donate fabric or sewing supplies or you can volunteer your time to sew gowns
Reach out to Giuliana and G’s Giving Gowns to learn more. You can email her
