It’s not easy to upstage Santa Claus at an event heavily attended by children, but a generous legacy gift announcement from Bruce and Nancy Beeghly was all the buzz at the “A Children’s Holiday,” the 9th annual tree lighting event at Beeghly campus. Hospital President Grace Wakulchik announced the Beeghly’s commitment to a $1 million […]
Fun Capes Help Sick Kids Like Maddie Receive Courage
Debby Rowland and Maddie Harrison have developed a bond over a well-loved piece of fabric. Debby, who started the non-profit Kids Capes of Courage, which sews “super-hero” style capes for children in need of some courage, met Maddie in 2015 and gave her a cape featuring a whimsical sock monkey print in teal, lime green […]
Leukemia Survivor: ‘It’s Not About Getting; It’s About Giving’
Sporting a bright yellow t-shirt declaring himself a “leukemia survivor,” 11-year-old Joshua Berr pulled a wagon full to toys through the halls of Akron Children’s Hospital. He remembers spending Christmas in the hospital and wants to bring a bit of cheer for those now in the same situation. “It’s pretty bad,” Joshua recalls. “You can […]
Cleveland Indians Themed Giving Dolls Find Homes at Akron Children’s
Since 2006, more than 34,000 Giving Dolls have made their way to children in need of a soft, lovable friend. On Monday, Betsy Kling, chief meteorologist for WKYC TV, personally delivered two special-edition Giving Dolls to Akron Children’s. The dolls – “Terry” and “Tito” – feature Cleveland Indians fabric and are named in honor of […]
31st annual Holiday Tree Festival enjoys a record-breaking year
The 2012 Holiday Tree Festival, which was presented by the volunteers of Akron Children’s Hospital in November, raised $250,000 for the hospital’s patient care, education and research programs. Mary Leuca, chair of the 2012 festival, presented John Zoilo, executive director of the Akron Children’s Hospital Foundation, with a check during the annual thank you luncheon. […]
Pizza Hut donates 500 books to Akron Children’s
On Nov. 15, representatives from Pizza Hut® delivered something other than pizza for the patients at Akron Children’s Hospital. At both the Akron and Mahoning Valley campuses, Akron Children’s hosted a BOOK IT!® Big Book Giveaway where Hallrich Inc., Pizza Hut’s local franchisee, donated 500 books to children at the hospital. The books will be […]
