Philanthropy has been crucial to the establishment and growth of Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital since its opening in 2007 Thanks to our generous donors, the hospital continues to offer comprehensive care across numerous pediatric specialties, ensuring that even the most fragile and medically complex patients receive world-class care in the greater Charlotte area.
With the ongoing support from donors like you, Levine Children’s Hospital provides the best possible care to our patients every day Contributions to the hospital support the most critical needs, including staffing, patient programs, clinical research, and capital expenses.
In this report, you will find examples of our collective impact in 2024. None of this would be possible without you.
YOUR IMPACT IN 2024 YOUR IMPACT IN 2024
7,500+ donors
The region’s first 24/7 emergency room for children and Level I pediatric trauma center
$9.3 million raised for patients and their families
$6.8 million invested back into the community
The highest level of neonatal care in the region
274 publications and presentations by world renown physicians, collectively
The only children’s hospital in the region to provide ECMO support, transplants, and cardiac surgery
225 clinical studies open for children with 72 oncology / hematology trials open
ONE DAY AT LEVINE CHILDREN’S ONE DAY AT LEVINE CHILDREN’S
316
pediatric patients admitted
393
20 daily surgeries; 7,450 in total for 2024
2,547
emergency department visits; 143,596 total for 2024 primary care and specialty outpatient visits
Because of donors like you, Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital has been recognized as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals for the 17th consecutive year! In addition to ranking among the Top 50 in the country across 10 pediatric specialties, the hospital earned the ranking of No.1 children’s hospital in North Carolina and tied for the No.1 children’s hospital in the entire southeastern United States!
Together, we celebrate Together, we celebrate this amazing accomplishment! this amazing accomplishment!
As North Carolina’s #1 children’s hospital, we’re developing new and innovative treatment for children, right here in Charlotte. Here’s examples what we did with your help to transform the landscape of care for kids:
Children who are admitted to rehab often have lost mobility due to a traumatic accident or disease process By using therapeutic virtual reality systems, children are able to visualize what it would be like to have mobility and therefore rebuild neurological and muscular function in areas that would otherwise be very difficult, if not impossible Because of philanthropy, we were able to purchase an XR Therapy system – a virtual reality system that includes a headset, tablet, and hand and leg controls to improve movement, chronic pain, anxiety, cognition, and balance.
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Thanks to generous community support, Atrium Health Levine Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Program is consistently ranked as one of the top pediatric oncology programs in the country
The program includes an interdisciplinary team as well as the most innovative therapies available in the region. Levine Children’s Pediatric Oncology Research Lab is the headquarters of translational research led by an accomplished team of clinicians and research scientists. The 1,400 square foot facility serves as a global resource for pediatric cancer research and houses several state-of-the-art forms of research instrumentation, including cell culture facilities, molecular biology and biochemical assay equipment, and a cutting-edge mass cytometry core Because of donors like you, vital lab expenses were funded by philanthropy.
Atrium Health Foundation is dedicated to meeting the healthcare needs of underserved community members. Thanks to your support, we are able to assist patients and families facing the most challenging circumstances.
Because of donors like you, children in our community were able to attend Kid Doc Summer Camp, a four-day FREE [for the participant] enrichment program for elementary-age children from underrepresented communities. Kid Doc opens young minds to the possibility of becoming a medical doctor. Through fun, hands-on instruction led by physicians, the students learn about the potential of a career in medicine Since its inception in 2021, the camp has graduated over 180 students with support from more than 30 physicians.
Medical bills and long hospital stays can place significant emotional, physical, and financial stress on families whose child requires medical care Many patient families face financial barriers in addition to medical expenses, including the need for assistance with household bills, transportation, or temporary housing.
Donations to Atrium Health Levine Children’s support the special out-of-hospital needs for our patients such as transportation, housing and medication assistance. Your support in 2024 helped purchase gas cards for families of children with extended NICU stays to alleviate the financial burden of travel and ensure they could visit their babies. Families received over $8,000 worth of gas cards because of generous donors like you.
Through the Ella Floyd Fund, philanthropic support provided special care for heart failure and transplant families including rent and mortgage assistance, transportation assistance, nutritional supplements and food and adaptive equipment Because of donors like you, we were able to help families in need –like this one:
“There was a patient diagnosed with heart failure and was placed on the heart transplant list. He remains hospitalized until a heart becomes available. His dad works full time; however, mom is on unpaid leave to remain with him. The Ella Floyd Fund has kept them current with their mortgage and utility payments. This patient’s parents said that without this support, they would have lost their power and, most likely, their home.”
SO, KIDS CAN BE KIDS! SO, KIDS CAN BE KIDS!
At Atrium Health Levine Children’s, providing psychosocial and emotional support for hospitalized children is a top priority Child life specialists, pet therapy, music therapy and Arts for Life not only help our patients cope with their illness but help ensure a positive hospital experience. Your support plays a crucial role in making these patient programs possible.
Mini-MRI Model Mini-MRI Model
All of the pokes and prods can be overwhelming and scary, especially for children. The Child Life team works with the clinical care team to help ease anxieties and create a sense of normalcy, whenever possible. Donations helped to purchase a mini-MRI scanner model to educate patients on what to expect during the imaging process.
Music Therapy Music Therapy
Led by board-certified music therapists, this program provides many benefits to our patients and families. Music therapy can shine a positive light on patients’ time in the hospital and help soothe them during difficult treatments. Donations directly supported the LCH Music Therapy team by funding specialized equipment required to provide daily patient care.
Levine Children’s Hospital is the only hospital in the Charlotte region to partner with Arts for Life - a program that engages patients and families through therapeutic arts and education Drawing, painting, poetry and other activities provide a creative outlet for children to express themselves and manage stress Thanks to our donors, we are able to provide salary support for a full-time Arts for Life position.
Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital has been a member of Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals since 1988. A network of 170 children’s hospitals across North America, CMN gives member hospitals the opportunity to work at a local level with national corporate partners and programs to raise funds The majority of this fundraising takes place a dollar, or even change, at a time Every penny raised by a CMN partner supports the patient families in their home community.
CMN fundraising partners have played an essential role in the creation and growth of Levine Children’s Hospital, raising $70.5 million collectively since the hospital’s inception Donations are directed to the areas of greatest need to support comprehensive care in numerous pediatric specialties Our CMN partners ensure even the most fragile and medically complex patients receive the best care available.
for your incredible commitment to our mission and for being a vital part of our community! Your donation is making a profound difference in the lives of the children and families we serve. Together, we are ensuring a brighter future for all.
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 DREAMCATCHERS!
The Dreamcatcher Society honors individuals and community partners who make annual contributions to support programs or funds at Levine Children’s Founded over 18 years ago, the Dreamcatcher Society established a legacy of philanthropic excellence, member engagement, and innovation at Levine Children’s. Today, we recognize those who contribute $1,000 or more annually, as we work together to fulfill the dreams of our patients and their families
Atrium Health Foundation serves as charitable administrator of Atrium Health Levine Children’s. Contact us to learn how you can support the areas of greatest need across Levine Children’s:
Kellie McGregor Assistant Vice President
Kellie.McGregor@atriumhealth.org (704) 355-0842
Helen Kernodle Senior Development Officer
Helen.Kernodle@atriumhealth.org (704) 355-0844
Kelsey Wilson Director of Development
Kelsey.Wilson@atriumhealth.org (704) 355-3003
Erin Oliveira Development Officer
Erin.Oliveira@atriumhealth.org (704) 355-9644
Thanks to you, Children’s Miracle Network made a tremendous impact in 2024! Your gifts helped purchase:
An Airbone A750i Transport Incubator, which features emergency equipment and can safely transport critically ill babies betweenthe different floors housing the NICU, Labor and Delivery, and operating rooms
The newest model Panda infant warmer for labor and delivery rooms, featuring integrated weight capability as well as ventilation support CMC Main delivers over 7,000 babes annually and 30% of all deliveries are high risk
A Corti–valuable piece that is used daily (over 1,000 patients a year) in the audiology department to gather a complete picture of a child’s ear function
Four new vital machines and vein visualization systems to improve patient experience by reducing pain associated with pokes and sticks
A fifth machine for sickle cell patients and the red blood cell exchange transfusions, allowing us to serve more children Sickle cell patients have blood exchanges every 3-5 weeks to maintain their health and prevent hospitalization
