Who We Are
We make sure no child fights alone
The mission of Operation Surprise Attack is to unite compassionate individuals, local communities, and corporate partners to support children facing severe or rare health challenges.
No child fights alone.
We Surprise Children Facing Serious Health Challenges With Thousands of Cards
We support children ages 3 to 17 throughout Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan by “attacking” them with an outpouring of love, encouragement, and support during some of the hardest moments of their lives.
LOVE
IN ACTION
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Who We Serve
Children ages 3 to 17 throughout Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan facing serious, rare, chronic, or life-threatening health challenges.
Our team personally delivers each Surprise Attack within approximately 60–90 minutes of Toledo.
You are seen.You are loved.You are never alone.
Every card, every gift, and every surprise is a reminder that you are seen, you are loved, and you are never alone. We surround our children and their families with love, hope, and encouragement, reminding them that an entire community is standing beside them.
What We Do
Love in Action. Support That Matters.
Card campaigns, fundraising events, community card-making stations, holiday family sponsorships, and Gold & Platinum Adopt-a-Family sponsorships that provide direct support to OSA families.
Our Approach
How a Surprise Attack Comes Together
None of this works without the community.
A Family Reaches Out
A parent or caregiver completes our recipient application. We personally connect with each family to learn their child’s story, their favorite things, and what would make them feel extra special.
The Community Gets Involved
We share each child’s story with schools, churches, businesses, organizations, and individuals. For several weeks, our community creates heartfelt cards filled with encouragement, hope, and love.
We Deliver the Surprise Attack
Our team brings it all together with cards, special gifts, and financial support for the family. Whenever possible, we personally deliver each Surprise Attack and remind families that they are surrounded by a community that cares.
Our Impact So Far
Where We Are Today
Nearly 100 Families. Countless Moments of Love.
Since becoming a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in November 2021, Operation Surprise Attack has supported nearly 100 families facing some of life’s most difficult moments, surrounding them with love, encouragement, and tangible support when they need it most.
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Real Stories
Stories From Our Families
Real families. Real stories. A lasting impact.
“These Kids Believe in Me”
At 17, one of our recipients had relapsed with cancer and decided he couldn’t endure treatment again. Then a local school sent him nearly 450 handmade cards.
“These Kids Believe in Me”
At 17, one of our recipients had relapsed with cancer and decided he couldn’t endure treatment again. Then a local school sent him nearly 450 handmade cards.
More Than Cards
During one OSA campaign, Highland Elementary turned compassion into action, raising $10,000 to support four OSA families.
“OSA has been such a blessing to our family. Thank you for being the people who simply said, ‘We are here for you.’”
“There were so many cards, it would take weeks to get through them all! Honestly, this has been the coolest experience June has ever had. I absolutely love OSA’s mission and the people behind it. Thank you for doing this for June and for all the children and families you’ve reached.”
Get Involved
There’s a Place for You at OSA
Whether you have a few minutes, a group ready to help, or the resources to support a family, there are so many ways to make a difference. Create cards, organize a card-making group, help review cards, volunteer at an event, adopt or sponsor a family, support a campaign, or simply give. Every act of kindness helps us surround families with love and support.
Love in Action
Help Us Surround the Next Child With Love
Our Harvest of Hope campaign is underway, and there are children and families who need to know they are not facing this journey alone.
Meet the incredible kids we’re supporting, learn their stories, and discover how you can be part of their Surprise Attack.
FAQs
Your Questions Answered
Learn more about who we serve, what happens during a Surprise Attack, and how you can be part of making a difference.
