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Skeletons for St. Jude

Join the Skeletons for St. Jude initiative, a nationwide effort by haunters to raise funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. In 2026, they aim to surpass $100,000 and contribute to a grand total of over two million dollars. Participants display signs with QR codes, turning their Halloween or holiday displays into donation points. This inspiring movement has already raised over $1.1 million in its six years of operation.

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What to Expect

Nationwide haunters raising funds for St. Jude Children's Hospital

Event Details

Duration

Ongoing throughout Halloween and Holiday seasons

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Skeletons for Hope

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Community involvement, charity, halloween enthusiasts

Vibe

Inspiring, community-driven, charitable

Energy Level

Low

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE
  • Pets: No pets allowed

Tips & Advice

  • Download the sign file early and get it printed at a local office supply store or sign shop to ensure it's ready for display.
  • Post photos of your sign and display in the Skeletons for St. Jude Facebook group to be added to their map and inspire others.
  • Encourage visitors to scan the QR code on your sign to donate directly to St. Jude, making your display a fundraising hub.
  • Check the Skeletons for Hope website and Facebook group frequently for daily updates and campaign progress throughout the season.
  • Consider incorporating the St. Jude sign as a central part of your Halloween or holiday display to maximize visibility and donations.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Nationwide fundraising effort for St. Jude Children's Hospital
  • Goal to raise over $100,000 in 2026
  • Aim to break $2 million in total donations by end of 2026
  • Participants display signs with QR codes for donations
  • Partnership with Frightmaps for display mapping

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I participate in Skeletons for St. Jude?

You can participate by joining the Skeletons for St. Jude Facebook group, downloading and printing a sign file, and displaying it in your yard to collect donations for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

What is the fundraising goal for 2026?

The goal for the 2026 campaign is to raise over $100,000 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, contributing to the overall aim of breaking two million dollars in total donations.

Where can I find the sign file to print?

Sign files can be downloaded from the 'Signs' tab on the Skeletons for Hope website.

How are donations tracked?

Donations are tracked in real-time on the Skeletons for Hope website and the Skeletons for St. Jude Facebook page.

What is Frightmaps and how is it involved?

Frightmaps is a partner that allows participants to add their haunt/home display to their app with a St. Jude icon. They also manage the map on the Skeletons for Hope website.

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Sep 3, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team