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Starlight Awards Celebrate Outstanding Achievements in Bringing Happiness to Hospitalized Kids and Their Families

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Starlight Children's Foundation, the nonprofit with a mission to deliver happiness to hospitalized kids and their families facing serious illness or injury, is proud to announce the 2023 Starlight Awards honorees. With a vision that every hospitalized child experiences the happiness of Starlight programs, including Starlight Gaming, Virtual Reality, modernized Hospital Gowns and Toy Deliveries, the nonprofit recognizes its partners, donors, and supporters that go the distance in carrying out its mission and vision.

Key Points: 
  • Adam Garone, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation, said, "Hospitalization can be scary and stressful experience for kids, often isolated from friends and families.
  • The Starlight Awards are a testament to the unwavering commitment of these exceptional individuals and organizations in bringing comfort and joy to children and families facing challenging circumstances.
  • Recognized as the country's broadest-reaching charity focused on sick kids, Starlight is integral to the total care of hospitalized kids.
  • According to Garone, Starlight plans to present honorees, who are available for in-person presentations, their awards in the upcoming months.

Starlight Children's Foundation Launches the Star Jump Challenge to Raise Funds to Advance its Mission

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The nonprofit Starlight Children's Foundation officially launched the Star Jump Challenge, its new peer-to-peer fitness campaign, to raise funds and awareness of its mission to deliver happiness to hospitalized children and their families nationwide. Participants in the Star Jump Challenge perform jumping skills – such as jumping rope, jumping jacks or jumping their unique way – for 21 days while raising funds from friends, family, and colleagues. The challenge is designed to be fun and engaging, regardless of fitness level or age.

Key Points: 
  • “I’m excited to be a part of this challenge and raise funds for such an important cause," said Shawn Johnson East.
  • Funds from the Star Jump Challenge will help place Starlight's innovative programs – like Starlight Hospital Wear , Starlight Gaming , Starlight Virtual Reality , and more – in over 800 U.S. children's hospitals and healthcare facilities.
  • Boggs said, "I love a good challenge, and the Star Jump Challenge is a great way to challenge yourself while making a difference.
  • The Star Jump Challenge is open for registration until May 21, and participants can join as individuals or teams.

DISNEY AND STARLIGHT CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION DELIVER COMFORT AND JOY TO TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL PATIENTS

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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HOUSTON, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney and the nonprofit Starlight Children's Foundation teamed up at Texas Children's Hospital to host a Spidey-themed delivery event to celebrate the launch of "Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends," season two. A highlight of the celebration was the opportunity for hospitalized patients and their families to be among the first in the United States to enjoy a pre-screening of the first episode of the hit series' new season, which officially launches Aug. 19 on Disney Channel and Disney Junior. Cast member Armen Taylor (voice of Hulk) made a special appearance at the event to meet with patients and their families. 

Key Points: 
  • "Today was a different experience versus our normal hospital visits," said Brenna Stelly, whose child, Everly, enjoyed the Disney experience.
  • Thank you to Disney and Texas Children's Hospital for the support in creating this positive experience that patients will carry with them long after they leave the hospital," Garone added.
  • "Thanks to Texas Children's established relationship with Disney and support from Starlight Children's Foundation, our patients and their families experienced pure Disney joy a most welcome reprieve from the many stresses that can accompany a child's hospital stay.
  • Texas Children's staff also receive colorful employee badges featuring beloved Disney characters with the goal of providing joy and comfort to patients and their families during appointments.

Nonprofits Offer Kids In Hospitals Across The Country Opportunities To Continue Learning Through Free Online Lessons

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starlight Children's Foundation, in partnership with CoachArt, officially launched Starlight Online STEAM Coaching, offering chronically ill kids and their siblings online lessons focused on science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). These one-on-one or group lessons are available to children ages 5-18 – free of charge – no matter where they are with an internet connection.

Key Points: 
  • These one-on-one or group lessons are available to children ages 5-18 free of charge no matter where they are with an internet connection.
  • According to Groff, the Starlight Online STEAM Coaching was a rewarding experience for Zoe, helping boost her confidence in building relationships.
  • With the accessibility of Online STEAM Coaching, Zoe could continue her lessons in a different hospital out of state.
  • Since 2001, CoactArt has matched volunteer coaches with kids for free one-to-one or group lessons in arts and athletics, and provided all lesson materials.