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Help us bring smiles, nutrition, and hope to the children who need it most
At Giz Kids Foundation, Woof Chat Kids, and GGPI, we believe in the transformative power of puppetry, laughter, and learning in children’s lives. That’s why we’re excited to launch a bold new campaign to raise $1 million to bring "Mix, Mash, and Munch with Oliver" to life!
Led by Oliver the Super Beardie, this delightful cooking show combines healthy snack education with humor, music, and heart. Through this initiative, we aim to reach over 300,000 children in South Florida—and eventually, beyond.
This isn’t just a show; it’s a movement. Our mission is to inspire healthier habits, one snack and one child at a time—and it starts with just $1. ✨ One Dog. One Dollar. One
Great Cooking Show. Help us bring smiles, nutrition, and hope to the children who need it most.
A GAME-CHANGING PARTNERSHIP FOR KIDS' HEALTH.
The Giz Kids Foundation and GGPI are teaming up to revolutionize kids' health education! By combining trusted medical expertise with the fun of puppetry, storytelling, and lovable characters like Oliver Super Beardie, they’re making topics like digestion, nutrition, and wellness exciting and easy for kids to understand.
At the heart of this initiative is Oliver, a certified therapy dog who inspires children through humor and adventurous learning. Together with a vibrant puppet cast, the Woof Chat Kids program is transforming health education into an engaging adventure that empowers kids to make healthy choices.
Your support can help bring this groundbreaking program to schools, hospitals, and families nationwide. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of millions of kids!
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 and coming soon to PBS, 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.
Disney puppeteers bring Florida author’s characters to life for educational program.
Florida author Suzanne Kline has published a series of books featuring her dog Gizmo, including her latest one discussing elections, "Gizmo 4 President!" She donates all proceeds of her book royalties to charity in support of children's literacy, education, and ocean conservation. And now she's developing a puppet program for students, which will be filmed in Orlando, FL.
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We are thrilled to have Gizmo's newest adventure book be a powerful tool educators and families can use to promote learning, inside and outside the classroom. Children are encouraged to tap into their inner strength and wisdom to create compassionate ideas to protect our seas and the planet's future.
ABC 13 NEWS - Author's past shapes her work with children
ASHEVILLE, NC (WLOS ABC 13) — Every story often has a series of subplots. Author Suzanne Kline's personal story is as empowering as her dog's fictional tale. To fully appreciate that chapter, it helps to know more about her pet project. That hasn't kept her from creating content to help shape the next generation. "So, I'm hoping kids will make a difference as our future leaders," says Kline.
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.