Monkey Hugs Valentine Drive launches for children at Yale New Haven Hospital

The 20th annual Monkey Hugs Valentine Drive to benefit area children in need has begun. 

Stuffed monkeys are being collected between now and the end of February.

Coordinators are holding this year’s collection in honor of one of its biggest supporters, David Guliuzza, previous owner of Pilgrim Bar-B-Que on Main Street in Ansonia.

David recently passed away at the young age of 57.

This year, Michael’s Jewelers located at the Southbury Green, 775 Main St. South, is also collecting stuffed monkeys.
Donations can be dropped off in a barrel located inside Michael’s.
As always, plush monkeys can be ordered on Amazon through Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital (YNHCH) wishlist.
Orders placed through the below link will automatically be delivered to YNHCH Child Life program. Be sure to choose the “Child Life Program” ship-to address.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/KSBMQLXZTIKC?ref_=wl_share
Make sure to add a gift receipt mentioning the donation is from the 20th Annual Monkey Hugs Valentine Drive, in honor of David Guliuzza.

If you require a tax receipt of your donation please email: giving@ynhh.org at the time of your order and someone will be happy to help you!**
Thank you for your support in keeping this community drive going.

During the past 20 years, over 24,000 stuffed monkeys have found their way into the arms of children most in need, to warm their hearts and bring smiles to their faces.

This information is shared from organizers of the original Valentine's Day Monkey Love Drive who wish to remain anonymous.