On December 11, the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation carried on one of its most beloved holiday traditions as “Uncle Dirk” returned to visit the young patients at Children’s Medical Center Dallas.

Gaming systems, toys, headphones, fishing equipment, bikes and autographed jerseys were handed out, each gift bringing bright smiles to the children receiving them. The annual visit is deeply meaningful for Foundation, which is committed to lifting the spirits of young patients spending the holiday season in the hospital.

This year’s event was made even more impactful thanks to generous support from Amazon. The Foundation is deeply grateful for the partnership that helped ensure another successful and heartwarming visit.

“Amazon is proud to support the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation’s holiday visit to Children’s Medical Center Dallas,” said Vickie Yakunin, head of community affairs at Amazon. “At Amazon, we’re in the business of delivering smiles every day, and we’re honored to help make moments like these possible and to support an event that brings such joy to young patients and their families during the holiday season.”

The Foundation is grateful for its long-standing partnership with Children’s Medical Center and holds tremendous admiration for the extraordinary team there. Special appreciation goes to the behind-the-scenes champions in the Child Life department, who quietly curate personalized wish lists for each patient—making the magic possible.