BC Children's Hospital Foundation

Inaugural Oregon Charity Championship Nets $78,000

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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Pacific Office Automation (POA) , the largest independent office equipment dealer in the U.S., reported that the inaugural Oregon Charity Championship (OCC), a competitive scramble format golf tournament at Oregon Golf Club on October 2, raised $78,165.

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  • Pacific Office Automation (POA) , the largest independent office equipment dealer in the U.S., reported that the inaugural Oregon Charity Championship (OCC), a competitive scramble format golf tournament at Oregon Golf Club on October 2, raised $78,165.
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    The Maurice Lucas Foundation won the inaugural Oregon Charity Championship, presented by Pacific Office Automation.
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    Created by Green Barn Events with POA, the Oregon Charity Championship united Oregon businesses, the local community, and Oregon nonprofits in their shared commitment to making a positive impact in the region.
  • “The Oregon Charity Championship was a huge success.

Tampa General Hospital Welcomes New Members and Leadership to its Board of Directors; Celebrates Countless Contributions of Longtime Board Members

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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He first joined the board in 2017 in his role as chair of the Tampa General Hospital Foundation.

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  • He first joined the board in 2017 in his role as chair of the Tampa General Hospital Foundation.
  • The FHSC board, which is comprised of volunteers, serves as the governing body for Tampa General Hospital and its affiliates.
  • New board members are nominated by a committee and approved by the full board.
  • Leadership and board members are eligible to serve three three-year terms, and the chair of the Tampa General Hospital Foundation serves a two-year ex-officio term on the FHSC board.

The MITER Foundation, the Charitable Arm of MITER Brands™, a Leading Window and Patio Door Manufacturer, Raises Over $4 Million at Golf Outing

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The MITER Foundation, the charitable arm of MITER Brands™, a leading manufacturer of windows and patio doors, hosted its annual two-part golf outing in late September and early October.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The MITER Foundation, the charitable arm of MITER Brands™, a leading manufacturer of windows and patio doors, hosted its annual two-part golf outing in late September and early October.
  • The 25th annual golf outing began in Hershey at the Hershey Lodge on Tuesday, Sept. 26, where the MITER Foundation held a dinner and charitable auction with MITER Brands' suppliers.
  • "Our golf outings are the largest fundraisers for the MITER Foundation," said Anthony Kassab, the Executive Chair of the MITER Foundation.
  • The West Coast portion of the golf outing, now in its third year, took place Oct. 2-3 in Prescott, Arizona.

Sun Life and Children's Aid Foundation of Canada partner to improve access to mental health programming for young people in government care

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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The funding will help launch the Sun Life Bright Futures Kids Wellness Program, a pan-Canadian mental health prevention initiative for young people living in government care.

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  • The funding will help launch the Sun Life Bright Futures Kids Wellness Program, a pan-Canadian mental health prevention initiative for young people living in government care.
  • "Children's Aid Foundation of Canada is doing critical work to expand access to mental health care across the country," said Jacques Goulet, President, Sun Life Canada.
  • "Mental health services have always been especially hard to access for youth involved in the child welfare system.
  • In 2023, Sun Life Canada pledged $3.7 million for youth mental health programming in at-risk or marginalized communities.

Lung Health Foundation Welcomes Rachel Jacobs as New Vice President of Partnerships and Development

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2023 /CNW/ - The Lung Health Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Jacobs as the new Vice President of Partnerships and Development.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2023 /CNW/ - The Lung Health Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Jacobs as the new Vice President of Partnerships and Development.
  • Prior to joining the Lung Health Foundation, Rachel held senior roles in several prominent organizations.
  • On her appointment, Rachel Jacobs remarked, "It's an honour to be part of the Lung Health Foundation at such a critical and transformative time.
  • The Lung Health Foundation aims to change the narrative surrounding lung disease, ensuring its prevalence and significance remain top of mind.

New Facility Planned for BayCare's St. Joseph's Children's Hospital

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BayCare, West Central Florida's leading health care system, announced today that it is planning to build a new, specially designed facility for St. Joseph's Children's Hospital in Tampa by 2030 as part of a strategic effort to increase the region's access to high-quality, state-of-the-art pediatric health care. 

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  • BayCare is the region's largest provider of pediatric services and St. Joseph's Children's Hospital (SJCH) is its largest-volume pediatric hospital.
  • The Tampa hospital also is home to St. Joseph's Children's Hospital Steinbrenner Emergency/Trauma Center with the region's largest team of board-certified pediatric emergency physicians.
  • A new SJCH facility would be the fourth new hospital project BayCare has undertaken in the past five years.
  • BayCare opened its 16th hospital, BayCare Hospital Wesley Chapel, in March 2023 and will open a replacement facility for South Florida Baptist Hospital in Plant City in early 2024.

UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation Receives Record $8 Million Gift

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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PITTSBURGH , Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation has received its largest gift to date from an individual with a $8 million bequest from the estate of Mr. David V. Duchini to support UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh .

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  • PITTSBURGH , Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation has received its largest gift to date from an individual with a $8 million bequest from the estate of Mr. David V. Duchini to support UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh .
  • Duchini personally selected these recipients with the guidance of his friends, estate trustee, and UBS financial advisor, Helene Naftali, who recommended the gift to the Foundation.
  • "We're thrilled and honored to receive such a generous gift from the Duchini estate," said Rachel Petrucelli, president of UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation.
  • For more information on UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation, or to donate through estate planning, visit www.givetochildrens.org .

Award-winning My Special Aflac Duck® arrives in El Paso to provide comfort and joy to children facing cancer and blood disorders

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Friday, September 29, 2023
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COLUMBUS, Ga., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance products in the U.S. and a proud supporter of families of children with cancer and blood disorders such as sickle cell disease, delivered today its acclaimed My Special Aflac Ducks to ten children at El Paso Children's Hospital. This heartfelt initiative coincided with National Childhood Cancer and National Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

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  • With lifelike movements and emotional interactions, My Special Aflac Duck transcends language barriers, helping children cope with cancer and sickle cell disease, and is a cherished companion that brings joy and comfort to children and their families.
  • My Special Aflac Duck was created following extensive research spanning over 18 months, involving children, families and health care professionals.
  • It is part of Aflac's commitment to children and families facing pediatric cancer and blood disorders that extends over 28 years and $170 million.
  • "This valued partnership between Aflac and El Paso Children's Hospital has been instrumental in helping spread joy to our patients, providing comfort through play.

Handlery Donates $10,000 to CHLA Hospitality Foundation

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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The Handlery Foundation has donated $10,000 to the California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation’s scholarship program, a gift that will support the education of the next generation of hospitality leaders.

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  • The Handlery Foundation has donated $10,000 to the California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation’s scholarship program, a gift that will support the education of the next generation of hospitality leaders.
  • The Handlery family has been an active member of the California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation (CHLAHF) for two generations with Handlery Hotels President Jon Handlery serving as a member of the CHLAHF Board and as a member of CHLA’s Board of Directors.
  • “There are few greater opportunities for all hoteliers than ensuring a strong next generation of hospitality leaders,” Handlery said.
  • The Hospitality Foundation awarded scholarships in 2023 totaling $169,000 to 55 students, who represented 11 hospitality programs.

Misfits Gaming Group Supports Go Pink Challenge Benefitting Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation in the Fight Against Breast Cancer

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Friday, September 15, 2023
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Misfits Gaming Group (Misfits) has partnered with the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation to provide support for the Go Pink Challenge, supporting patients fighting breast cancer diagnosis with a Charity Stream-a-thon, September 18-30, 2023.

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  • Misfits Gaming Group (Misfits) has partnered with the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation to provide support for the Go Pink Challenge, supporting patients fighting breast cancer diagnosis with a Charity Stream-a-thon.
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Misfits Gaming Group (Misfits) has partnered with the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation to provide support for the Go Pink Challenge, supporting patients fighting breast cancer diagnosis with a Charity Stream-a-thon, September 18-30, 2023.
  • The program also enables Boca Raton Regional Hospital, part of Baptist Health, to implement vital programs and services to aid patients in their cancer diagnosis.
  • "Baptist Health is thrilled to partner with Misfits Gaming Group in our efforts and appreciate their continued support in the fight against breast cancer."