Being hospitalized can be very intimidating, especially for a child.

KRGV Cares Closet campaign hopes to make the stay a little easier for those children by providing toys, clothing and other necessities they might need.

RELATED COVERAGE: KRGV Cares Closet a passion project for Chief Meteorologist Tim Smith

First Warn 5 Chief Meteorologist Tim Smith tells Channel 5 News' Dina Herrera Garza how he was hospitalized as a child and receiving a toy helped make his stay a little bit easier.

Channel 5 News is currently accepting monetary donations, the last day to donate is Friday, May 17.

To donate to KRGV Cares Closet, click here.