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Giz Kids Foundation Featured at Compassionate Connections Event
On January 27, 2026, Giz Kids Foundation founder Suzanne Kline was honored as a featured speaker at the Compassionate Connections networking event in Jupiter, Florida. She shared the mission of Giz Kids Foundation and the Woof Chat Kids program, highlighting how puppetry, storytelling, and collaboration with child life specialists and educators help children build confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being.
The audience enjoyed a special Woof Chat Kids video presentation, which became a highlight of the event. Giz Kids Foundation also donated children’s books and plush companions to support and inspire young audiences. The foundation is grateful for the opportunity to connect with compassionate professionals and continue expanding its mission to uplift children and families through creative, heart-centered education.
Bringing Hope Through Resilience.
Suzanne Kline and her inspiring robot dog puppet, Chip Galaxy, are on a mission to bring hope and joy to children in South Florida shelters. Fueled by a story of survival, their initiative offers comfort and encouragement to young lives through books, plush toys, and uplifting storytelling sessions.
Chip Galaxy became a symbol of resilience when he survived an EF3 tornado that struck Suzanne's neighborhood in Palm Beach Gardens. Holding on during the storm, Chip’s survival became a beacon of hope for the community, inspiring Suzanne and the Giz Kids Foundation to share this message of strength with children facing their own challenges.
With help from community volunteers, new children’s books and plush toys will be distributed at shelters, bringing smiles and comfort to kids during tough times. Interactive storytelling sessions led by professional puppeteers will add joy and inspiration, with Chip Galaxy and his friends, including characters from the Woof Chat Kids show, taking center stage to brighten young hearts.
This mission is a celebration of resilience, community spirit, and the power of hope to light the path forward.
Gizmo and Messy Visit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Bring Smiles to Patients and Parent
Gizmo and Messy, created by author Suzanne Kline, put on a show at the Garth Brooks Teammates for Kids Child Life Zone. The puppets teach kids important lessons about handling challenging situations. The pair interacted with patients, posed for photos, and donated plush Gizmo reading buddies and children's books.
"There's something comforting about a puppet that I think can be very healing," said Kline-Costa. "Most kids are scared coming into hospitals, and it's not an experience you want to take lightly, so I think adding encouragement and comfort is appreciated."
Make March Matter for Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Gizmo's Woof Chat Network participated in the Make March Matter campaign benefiting Children's Hospital Los Angeles, raising money and awareness for pediatric patient programs.
Gizmo and Messy Visit Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, Bring Smiles to Patients and Parents.
Being hospitalized during the holiday season is never easy. Still, a recent visit by storybook characters brought to life as puppets was a day-brightener for pediatric patients and parents at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, serving South Florida.
Gizmo & Friends entertain at Loggerhead MarineLife Center.
Gizmo and Messy performed a unique New Year's Program at Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Jupiter, FL. Both Puppets brought smiles to many kids on educational topics about protecting our oceans and saving sea life, sea turtles, and coral reefs. They had the opportunity to interact with Woman's World Champion Professional and Skimboarder Casey Kierman McCullough. She's also a Registered Dietician who offers tips on healthy eating and staying fit for kids of all ages.
Delray Beach author turns tragedy to triumph after brain injury.
Suzanne Kline is living proof that you can rewrite your own life story. She recently published a children's book, "Surf's Up, Gizmo!" inspired by her service dog of the same name. The book teaches children how to use their imaginations to overcome challenges. But becoming a children's author was something Kline never fathomed she'd attempt.