The generosity of our community enables CHOC’s ability to overcome myriad healthcare challenges of patients like Kenny. The 2024 CHOC Gala on May 18 highlights Kenny and his remarkable story.
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.
Damian’s story | Newborn with rare congenital heart defect beats the odds
Born with ectopia cordis, baby prepares for multiple corrective surgeries by a large team of CHOC experts.
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.
