Many children in West Virginia struggle with challenges like food insecurity and poverty, often going without gifts during the holiday season. To help, an organization called State of Mined is working to make a difference.
Founded by Johnny Cagigas, a Delbarton native, and his wife, State of Mined supports children and families in West Virginia. In recent months, the group has hosted toy drives and fundraising events across southern West Virginia, bringing joy to the region.
This year, the organization extended its efforts to patients at CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital. On November 15, State of Mined, along with former WVU Men’s Basketball Coach Bob Huggins, delivered hundreds of gifts, including gloves and toys for children of all ages.
The team hand-delivered some of the gifts, bringing smiles as they visited pediatric patients and hospital staff.
“Our mission is to support children and families in need, and we’re excited to extend that to the patients at CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital, said Cagigas.
CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital is known for providing quality care and making sure every child has comfort items and activities during their stay. The donations from State of Mined will help the hospital continue this tradition.
“Having these items available makes a huge difference for our patients and their families,” said a hospital spokesperson. “We are incredibly grateful for State of Mined’s generosity.”
State of Mined aims to make a lasting impact across Appalachia, ensuring that 100% of donations go directly to providing toys, clothing, and groceries for families in need.
In addition to the CAMC event, the organization is planning toy distribution events in Delbarton, Williamson, and Kermit, bringing holiday cheer to more communities.
To support State of Mined, donations can help continue this important work for West Virginia’s children and families, making a difference one child at a time.