Canon U.S.A. Supports Ryan Seacrest Foundation with Holiday Toy Drive for Children and Families

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions that is dedicated to empowering communities in need throughout Long Island, recently delivered toys and games to patients at Northwell Health’s Cohen Children’s Medical Center. In addition, 10 employee volunteers from Canon U.S.A.—including Executive Vice President Seymour Liebman—came to the hospital to engage with patients and pay tribute to the nurses and doctors and other healthcare heroes who care for the patients. This initiative was part of Canon U.S.A.,’s relationship with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation and the company’s ongoing efforts to support the Seacrest Studio at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, which is a broadcast media center for patients to explore the creative realms of radio, television and new media and give them exciting and stimulating activities that encourage optimistic thoughts during treatment. During the event, Canon also gave the studio a PowerShot V10 camera and an IVY 2 mini photo printer.

“Supporting local organizations that bring joy to children during the holiday season is a true honor and is part of Canon’s ongoing mission to build a strong future together for everyone,” said Isao “Sammy” Kobayashi, President and CEO of Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Canon is dedicated to uplifting communities and inspiring creativity, and this toy drive extends our relationship with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation to empower young patients at Cohen Children’s Medical Center and beyond.”

The new, unwrapped toys were generously donated by Canon employees at the company’s Melville headquarters throughout the month of November. Items included Legos, Play-Doh sets, card games, and board games, which will be distributed to the children at Cohen Children’s Medical Center. During the event, Canon volunteers led a holiday-themed Bingo game to brighten patients’ spirits and gave them a tour of the Seacrest Studio with Executive Vice President Seymour Liebman.

“At Cohen Children’s Medical Center, the Seacrest Studios have transformed how we engage our patients, offering them a creative outlet and a sense of normalcy during their treatment,” said Cari Quinn, RN, president Cohen Children Medical Center and senior vice president of Pediatric Services, Northwell Health. “The addition of Canon’s imaging equipment has elevated the studio experience for our patients, interns, and staff. This holiday season, we’re thrilled with the support from Canon and the Ryan Seacrest Foundation in spreading even more joy through this toy drive.”

Canon U.S.A. worked with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation to equip Seacrest Studios at 14 pediatric hospitals with state-of-the-art digital imaging technology, including EOS R Full-Frame Mirrorless cameras, high-end RF L-Series Lenses, and compact photo printers. By donating this advanced equipment, Canon supports the Ryan Seacrest Foundation’s mission to inspire and uplift children and their families during hospital stays.

“Our realtionsip with Canon U.S.A. has allowed us to bring unparalleled creative opportunities to children and families at Cohen Children’s Medical Center,” said Meredith Seacrest Leach, Executive Director and CEO of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. “We are grateful for their continued generosity and excited to collaborate on this heartwarming toy drive that will bring smiles to so many faces this holiday season.”

This holiday season, Canon also collected gifts to be donated to the U.S. Marine Toys for Tots Program, a longstanding effort that provides gifts to children in need across the country.

For more information about Canon U.S.A.’s community initiatives and the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, please visit www.usa.canon.com and www.ryanseacrestfoundation.org.

About Canon U.S.A. Inc.

Canon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $29.4 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. as of 2023 has ranked in the top-five overall in U.S. patents granted for 38 consecutive years†. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To learn more about Canon, visit us at www.usa.canon.com and connect with us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/canonusa.

About the Ryan Seacrest Foundation

The Ryan Seacrest Foundation (RSF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to inspiring pediatric patients through entertainment and education-focused initiatives. RSF’s primary initiative is to build broadcast media centers — Seacrest Studios — within pediatric hospitals for patients to explore the creative realms of radio, television and new media. Founded in 2009, RSF currently has Seacrest Studios at hospitals in Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Memphis, Nashville, Orange County, Orlando, Philadelphia, Washington D.C, Queens and Salt Lake City. New studios are scheduled to open Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, FL in 2025 and Children’s Hospital New Orleans in New Orleans, LA in 2026. For more information, visit www.ryanseacrestfoundation.org.

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† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.