American Actress Jennifer Lawrence felt the need to help after visiting a Kentucky hospital that cares for children who are sick. It was during her recent hometown holiday trip that she decided to allot $2 million to establish the "Jennifer Lawrence Foundation Cardiac Intensive Care Unit," Lawrence announced Friday, Feb. 12.

"My family and I have met so many wonderful children on our visits to the hospital. Their strength and courage is inspiring," Jennifer Lawrence said. She is encouraging other people to do the same and also challenging those who are fortunate enough to match the gift she gave.

Jennifer was with her two brothers and parents, Greg and Karen Lawrence, when she revisited these wonderful children. Karen shared to the media how often her daughter would visit the place during the recent holidays. According to her, Jennifer even told them how blessed she was with the lives of these children. They even heard her say, "That's Christmas for me."

The hospital executives revealed a rendering of the new cardiac ICU with Jennifer's name affixed in the building to show their gratitude toward the actress's act of kindness, as reported by OC Register.

Jennifer's mom also added, "She's all about giving... she's not materialistic." Jennifer "has the biggest heart of anybody I know."

The money she donated will be used to make major improvements to the hospital as it plans to expand its facilities and expertise. The innovation was made to be able to expand its services for the children and infants who have birth defects and heart diseases.

As posted by the USA Today, the hospital is still raising funds to support their $25 million ICU project. The special room will feature 15 beds for children who will need intensive care. The hospital officials said there are also plans to allot a bigger space for the room so that the family of those who are confined will be able to stay with their children while they are under treatment.

Jennifer's parents are both grateful and honored that their family was able to help other people. They also expressed how proud they were of Jennifer that she was able to stand out and help these children. "I'm so happy that we and she is able... to help another family. It's just giving from your heart," said Karen.

Growing up in Louisville, Jennifer has been recognized as the Academy Award winner for her role in "The Hunger Games." She was also nominated for her role for the dramatic comedy film "Joy."