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 Happy Hearts began in 2003, in loving memory of Heather Nugent, who was tragically killed in a car accident in October of 2002, two days before her 18th birthday. Her father Skip Nugent, owner of Best Buy Markets, created Happy Hearts to honor his daughter and support Children's Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Each April, customers purchase Happy Heart icons for $1 at Best Buy Markets in Hanford, Visalia, and Lemoore. It's a lead-in to "Happy Hearts Days" in which 5 percent of store sales go to the PICU. Skip also moves his desk to the parking lot and won't leave until he raises $5,000.
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| Upcoming Events |
Rite Aid Icon Campaign
April 10 - May 28
From now through May 28, customers of 42 Rite Aid stores throughout the Valley can support Children's Hospital by buying $1 paper balloons.
One-hundred percent of the money raised goes directly to Children's Hospital Central California. Customers who purchase a paper Miracle balloon will receive $8 in coupon offers good for products sold at Rite Aid.
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Support the Guilds
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Sequoia Guild
Thu, May 5 11:00 a.m. -- 1:30 p.m.
Cinco de Mayo Luncheon
La Sierra Guild
Sat, May 7 11:30 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.
Derby Down
La Feliz Guild
Sat, May 21 1:00 p.m. -- 4:00 p.m.
A Carousel Tea
Los Rancheros Guild
Sat, May 21 7:00 p.m. -- 11:45 p.m.
Circus of the Night
Kings Guild
Sun, May 22 11:00 a.m. -- Noon
Red & White Wine Release Event
Alegria Guild
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Corporate Council Meeting
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
11:30 a.m.
Children's Hospital
Room G150A
Whether you are a Corporate Council member or interested in becoming one, please join us at out next meeting. Contact Sarah Schmidt at (559) 353-8619 to RSVP or for more information.
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Save the Date! Harvest Ball
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Friday, September 30, 2011
The Harvest Ball--the Valley's premier black tie gala--is right around the corner. Children's Hospital is currently seeking sponsors for our annual Story Album, which is published for the Harvest Ball and used by the Hospital throughout the year.
If your business is interested in this exclusive advertising opportunity, please contact the Foundation today!
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| Let's Open the Doors! |
 Greetings!
Finally, the day we've all been waiting for is almost upon us.
On Thursday, May 19, Children's Hospital will open the doors to the new Paramount Farms Plaza. This 60,000 square-foot addition will significantly expand the Hospital's Emergency Department while adding two new operating rooms and eight new treatment rooms in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. The Imaging Center will also receive a third MRI room and another diagnostic X-ray suite.
This much needed expansion will help us meet the continually growing healthcare needs of our children for years to come. And it was made possible by you, the generous supporters of Children's Hospital.
The finish line is in sight, and we need your help to get there. By donating today, you can help us turn the lights on at the Paramount Farms Plaza. Donations of $1,000 or more will be recognized on the new donor wall located in the Plaza lobby.
The grand opening ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. on May 19, and all Children's Hospital supporters are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!
Sincerely,
Jim Meinert
Vice President, Philanthropy
Children's Hospital Central California
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| "Wicked"-ly Wonderful Witches |
 Over a thousand generous friends and supporters of the Guilds of Children's Hospital Central California turned out for the Valley premiere of the smash Broadway musical "Wicked" on April 6, bringing in more than $135,000 to benefit The Guilds Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Endowment.
"It was a beautiful event and went off without a hitch," said Teresa Fierro, Guild manager. "The tremendous support from all the sponsors, attendees and the Guilds who care about our Valley's kids is what made it so successful." Read More... View Photos... |
| 7th Annual Children's Hospital Golf Tournament | |
Taco Bell is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Children's Hospital Central California Golf Tournament, to be held on Friday, May 13, 2011 at the Stevinson Ranch Golf Club.
Last year the tournament raised over $90,000 for Children's Hospital. We'd like to surpass that amount this year and you can help us do it! Click on the link below to register your foursome today! Read More... |
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Injury Prevention Begins with Education
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As the weather gets warmer, kids get more active. Soon, children across the Valley will be running, jumping, swimming, and climbing to their hearts' content. While it's important to let kids be kids, it's even more important to make sure their next play session doesn't end up in the emergency room.
Every year Children's Hospital Central California treats countless kids for traumatic injuries, many of which could have been avoided.
"We don't call them accidents," said Mary Jo Quintero, pre-hospital liaison nurse at Children's Hospital. "Accidents can't be avoided and these injuries can."
Read More...
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| Foundation Introduces Legacies of Healing Society |  The Children's Hospital Foundation has created an exclusive membership program to recognize a very special group of donors. It's called the Legacies of Healing Society, and it's reserved for those who have made a provision in their estate plan for a gift to Children's Hospital. The Society is open to anyone wishing to partner with the Hospital in a substantial way through his or her estate. It provides us an opportunity to recognize a donor's commitment to a hospital that's given so much to our community. Read More... |
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