Our Programs


Sisters smiling on the beach enjoying Believe In Tomorrow Programs

Since 1986, we have provided over 900,000 individual overnight accommodations to critically ill children and their families, from every state in the U.S. and more than 82 countries worldwide. Our unique programs bring comfort, hope, and joy to children and their families, enabling them to renew their spirits mentally and physically.

Hospital Housing

Our hospital housing program is the premier provider of overnight accommodations for families of children receiving treatment at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, MD.

  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House at Johns Hopkins
  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins entry
  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins Fireplace
  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins library
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  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins family room
  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins game room
  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins game room
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  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins Kitchen
  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins Dining Room
  • The Children's House at Johns Hopkins Breakfast Bar



The Believe In Tomorrow Children’s House at Johns Hopkins is the cornerstone of Believe In Tomorrow’s hospital housing program, providing overnight accommodations to families of children receiving treatment at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, MD. Accommodating up to 15 families a night, the facility provides an average of 2,000 overnight stays each month to families from every state in the U.S. and over 82 countries worldwide.
1915 McElderry St, Baltimore, MD 21205 | 410-614-2560 | Opened in 1992


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Respite Housing

Believe In Tomorrow developed the concept for the first pediatric respite program in the U.S. This program has served thousands of critically ill children and their families since 1986.

A young boy smiling while enjoying Believe In Tomorrow Children's Foundations Programs


Our beach and mountain respite properties operate year-round, allowing families with critically ill children the opportunity to get away, relax, and reconnect together in the midst of a child’s treatment and recovery. See all our respite properties below.

  • Believe In Tomorrow Respite Housing Programs
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House By The Sea Interior
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House By The Sea Interior
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House By The Sea Interior
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House By The Sea
(Ocean City, MD)
The Children’s House By The Sea is comprised of five condo units, each with at least two bedrooms, one full bath, kitchen, dining and living room areas. The large decks are furnished with relaxation in mind and provide a whimsical beach environment for families who stay there.
13 66th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842. Opened in 2000

  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House On The Bay
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  • Believe In Tomorrow House On The Bay Deck
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House On The Bay
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House On The Bay
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House On The Bay

House on the Bay
(Ocean City, MD)
Families can relax in this gorgeous bayfront three-bedroom house with a stunning view that overlooks the bay. Situated minutes from the ocean, families can enjoy beautiful sunsets, fishing off the back dock and all the activities Ocean City has to offer.
617 Bayshore Drive #44, Ocean City, MD 21842. Opened in 2008


  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House at Fenwick Island
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House at Fenwick Island
  • Believe In Tomorrow House On Fenwick Island
  • Believe In Tomorrow Children's House at Fenwick Island Pool

House on Fenwick Island
(Fenwick Island, DE)
This unique two-bedroom townhome is situated on a saltwater pond in a tranquil section of Fenwick Island, DE, just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. Families can enjoy the community pool and tennis courts or relax and watch evening sunsets over the pond.
38303 Bluebird Lane, Apt. #356, Selbyville, DE 19975. Opened in 1996

  • The Believe In Tomorrow House on Wisp Mountain
  • The Believe In Tomorrow House on Wisp Mountain
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  • Believe In Tomorrow House On Wisp Mountain
  • Believe In Tomorrow House On Wisp Mountain

House on Wisp Mountain (McHenry, MD)
Located in the mountains of Western Maryland, overlooking Deep Creek Lake, the house is an extraordinary 4 bedroom, 3 bath log cabin that offers families year-round amenities, including snow and water skiing, fishing, swimming, and miles of hiking and bike tails.
79 Telemark Court, McHenry, MD 21541. Opened in 2006



  • The Believe In Tomorrow House at Deep Creek Lake
  • The Believe In Tomorrow House at Deep Creek Lake
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  • The Believe In Tomorrow House at Deep Creek Lake basement
  • The Believe In Tomorrow House at Deep Creek Lake kitchen
  • The Believe In Tomorrow House at Deep Creek Lake bedroom
  • The Believe In Tomorrow House at Deep Creek Lake bedroom

House at Deep Creek Lake (McHenry, MD)
Located next door to the House on Wisp Mountain, this stunning four bedroom, 4 ½ bath log home has a gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings and a gorgeous lake view. Families can enjoy all the natural mountain and lake activities year round. This home is handicapped accessible with an elevator available as needed.
85 Telemark Court, McHenry, MD 21541. Opened in 2019


  • Believe In Tomorrow House At Pinnacle Falls
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  • Believe In Tomorrow House At Pinnacle Falls

House at Pinnacle Falls
(Zirconia, NC)
This gorgeous mountain top retreat is located close to Asheville, NC in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. The large three bedroom, three bath home is in a gated community. It boasts miles of professionally designed hiking trails and 100’s of waterfalls. You also have access to a spectacular lodge, fitness facilities and community pool.
102 Mountain Mist Lane, Zirconia, NC 28790. Opened in 2011

The House at the Beach, (Ocean City, MD)
When completed, this new respite property will prioritize US military families who have critically ill children, as well as children with short life expectancies. The innovative design will offer two three-bedroom apartments, adjacent to The Children’s House By The Sea, on 66th Street. Click here to learn more.