Born with ectopia cordis, baby prepares for multiple corrective surgeries by a large team of CHOC experts.
Stories of Giving
A surprise kindergarten graduation at CHOC
Born with a rare heart defect, patient Ethan missed his kindergarten graduation, so the CHOC team brought the celebration to him. This is part of the CHOC Difference—making meaningful memories and acts of kindness, made possible from donors like you.
The healing power of play for CHOC’s mental health patients
Thanks to the Children’s Hospital Play Grant program from The Toy Foundation and the Children’s Hospital Association, 600 patients received a coping kit when admitted to CHOC’s Cherese Mari Laulhere Mental Health Inpatient Center. With a journal, stuffed animal, model magic clay and other stress-reducing tools in these kits, our mental health patients can relieve their stress and enhance their overall feelings of well-being.
What was ailing 5-year-old Max was a mystery…until he came to CHOC
Fortunately, Max was in CHOC’s expert, caring hands, where we diagnosed him with acute lymphoblastic leukemia—along with providing him and his family with a comprehensive array of supportive services. This and everything we achieve for all our patients and families begins with our community’s support.
Corporate compassion: Uniting for children’s mental health
As the world grapples with the pediatric mental health crisis, these forward-thinking corporations are taking action, and their collective philanthropic efforts illuminate the path toward a brighter and healthier future.
CHOC corporate partnerships: See what we’ve accomplished together
A recap of the myriad ways CHOC patients and their families have been touched by the kindness and support of our corporate partners.
