Advancing Care Beyond the Bedside
Physician Giving at Rady Children’s Health Orange County
Physicians shape the future of pediatric care every day. Philanthropy is an opportunity to extend that impact beyond the bedside by investing in the programs, innovation, and resources that help children receive the best possible care.
Your support advances pediatric medicine beyond what reimbursement alone can provide, helping drive innovation, enhance patient and family services, and strengthen care across our health system.
What your gift supports
Physician philanthropy helps advance:
- Research and innovation
- Specialized technology and equipment
- Child life and family support services
- Medical education and physician training
- Systemwide pediatric care across Rady Children’s Health Orange County
Every gift helps strengthen the care environment for children, families, and care teams.
Why Physicians Give
You see the needs. You understand the opportunities. You help shape the future.
Physician Giving reflects a shared commitment to advancing pediatric medicine and ensuring children have access to exceptional care, regardless of their family’s ability to pay.
Support the Bear: Invest in the Future of Pediatric Care
For generations, Choco has symbolized hope, healing, and exceptional pediatric care. Supporting the bear is an opportunity to invest in the programs, technology, research, and family-centered services that help children thrive and advance the future of pediatric care.
Join your colleagues in helping shape the next generation of care for children and families.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How To Give
- Credit card
- Make a one-time or recurring donation online
- By check
- Mail a one-time donation to:
CHOC Foundation
1201 W La Veta Ave
Orange, CA 92868
- Mail a one-time donation to:
Is My Gift Tax-Deductible?
Yes, your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. You’ll receive a tax receipt each year. Please consult your tax advisor for details.
What Is Physician Giving?
Physician Giving is one way to demonstrate leadership and commitment to pediatric care. Participation is voluntary and greatly appreciated. Our support helps provide the programs and resources children and families need most.
Our investment supports:
- Research and innovation
- Specialized technology and equipment
- Child life and family support services
- Medical education and physician training
- Systemwide pediatric care
What Are The Benefits Of Participating?
- The primary benefit of membership is the pride that comes from your commitment to advancing pediatric healthcare.
- All donations of $1,000 per year or more will receive an exclusive lapel pin and additional perks throughout the year.
Who Do I Contact For More Information Or Questions?
Please reach out to Alicia Balderas at [email protected]
or call 714-509-4672
“Since joining CHOC in 2003, I have been privileged to witness the difference this institution makes every day. Dr. Nick Anas taught me that being a physician at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (now Rady Children’s Health), means being more than a doctor to the children who enter our doors; we are also stewards of the health and well-being of the larger community. His mentorship shaped my belief that we should strive to give more than we take. Supporting CHOC philanthropically is one way I can honor Nick’s legacy and help ensure that CHOC continues to be there for the children and families who needs us.”
Physician Engagement Opportunities
Peer-to-Peer Fundriasing
Unite your community for a cause by hosting your own fundraiser to support Rady Children’s.
Community Action Team
Volunteer with other physicians to give back to our community.
Annual Report
See how philanthropy is advancing pediatric care, research, and innovation across Rady Children’s.
Thank you for your leadership and commitment to children and families.
Together, we can continue advancing innovation, expanding access, and improving outcomes for the patients we serve.
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The Hyundai Cancer Institute at Rady Children’s was first established in 2011—the same year a 15-month-old named Hudson Kent came to the institute with a lump on his stomach and ultrasound results indicating cancer. At the institute, pediatric oncologist Dr. Elyssa Rubin determined that Hudson had a cantaloupe-sized Wilms tumor—a rare kidney cancer that required…
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