A cancer diagnosis changed Carson’s life—and his family’s—in a heartbeat. But CHOC and our community of supporters were with them every step of the way, and today, Carson is cancer-free.
Piper’s story: Overcoming the odds
Born with an extremely rare and often misdiagnosed autoimmune condition, CHOC helped her thrive.
A family affair: Three generations of CHOC women create a lasting legacy
Through their dedication to CHOC, Lezlie Brown-Zoller; her daughter, Meghen Reahm; and Meghen’s daughter, Erika Hertz, has made a difference in the lives of countless children across decades.
A grateful CHOC family gives back
As avid runners, the Jewells channeled their love for the sport into an annual family tradition named after their daughter who received care at CHOC for her type 1 diabetes—KatrinaKures. More than 15 years later, KatrinaKures surpassed $250,000 for diabetes research at CHOC.
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.
