CHOC Children's Foundation
Long Live Childhood
His risk of dying was greater than 90%, but Kenny Avendano persevered—and inspired his entire medical team. “Honestly I think Kenny is the face of resilience,” says Michelle Greene, a licensed clinical social worker who once had many end-of-life discussions with Kenny’s mother, Shendi Hernandez. The teen’s will to survive was strong, from his leukemia […]
The Argyros Family Foundation’s transformational $10 million gift will enable CHOC to grow its fetal care program, including adding staff and becoming a hub for groundbreaking research on fetal disorders.
Dear Friends of CHOC, These past 18 months have tested all of us. Our patience, our resilience and our physical and mental well-being have been stretched to the limit during the pandemic. During this time of change and uncertainty we are grateful to our community of supporters for joining us in our mission to nurture, advance and […]
Despite the challenging medical environment caused by the global pandemic, our Heart Institute continues to offer cardio-diagnostic services and comprehensive resources for patients facing cardiovascular disorders.
For 35 years, Delphine’s unwavering commitment to CHOC has been felt throughout the healthcare system, and it is with insurmountable gratitude that we honor Delphine as the 2021 CHOC Gala Champion Honoree for her philanthropic efforts and impact on the community.
With a committee of volunteers, the CHOC Gala’s goal is to raise $3,000,000 to benefit and advance patient care, education and research at CHOC.
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