Jeff Sampson first visited Akron Children’s Hospital in the third grade when he had his tonsils removed. That was 55 years ago. Since then, he has come to depend on the hospital’s care and services – from the time his son broke his leg to a more recent injury that required Jeff to receive care […]
Akron Children’s donates land for 8 family homes in Habitat for Humanity project
Today, the corner of Chester and East Avenues in Kenmore is a triangular shaped plot of grass. But, within 2 years, it will become a neighborhood for 8 families living in new homes thanks to Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, Akron Children’s Hospital and the City of Akron. The project, one of the largest […]
Beeghly family attends Tree Lighting bearing $1 million gift
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 […]
