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HOW DO WE FIX A DEADLY CONDITION—BEFORE BIRTH?
Denver blazed a trail for other children and families before she was even born. After she was diagnosed in utero with a rare blood vessel abnormality inside her brain, Denver became the first child in North America to successfully undergo a groundbreaking procedure to treat the life-threatening condition while still in her mother’s womb. Today, she is thriving with her family at home in Louisiana.
Loyal supporters,
Boston Children’s was recently recognized as the world’s best pediatric hospital by Newsweek.
That honor would not be possible without the steadfast support of your incredible organizations. Your generosity helps us provide care that no other hospital can and respond to urgent public health crises in our community.
When you give, you fuel innovation, advance research and let families know that we’re here for their kids when they need us. As we look forward to a new year and all we can accomplish together, let me show you the impact you have had on the lives of children in 2024.
In deepest gratitude,
Kevin B. Churchwell, MD President and Chief Executive Officer
Boston Children's Hospital
150+ years of research “firsts” and cures, shared with the world to save millions
3,000+ researchers and scientists, the world’s largest pediatric research enterprise
90% of Boston Children’s patented discoveries help adults as well as children
When scientists, caregivers and supporters like you work together, you give children the very best gift—adulthood. You empower a unique research hub that unites the brightest minds diseases, not just one specific condition. You fuel a tradition of pioneering discoveries and advance stunning breakthroughs that will change the lives of kids battling illness today and for generations to come.
51%
FUNDS RAISED YOY
60% philanthropy 20% cause marketing 20% event sponsorship
375 corporate donors
3,267
NEW CORPORATE DONORS
101
EMPLOYEES ENGAGED VIA EVENT SPONSORSHIPS cause marketing partnerships store locations
40
1,300+
750,000+ visits a year by patients from all 50 states and 100 countries
270 specialized programs focused on the most complex cases
330+ active clinical trials bring new hope and innovative care
20,000+ children from low-income families are cared for at the hospital and in community health programs
15,000+ nights of subsidized housing for patient families
1,500,000+ pounds of food distributed from our food pantry to families experiencing food insecurity
Your contributions help us do bold research so that when kids with rare and complex diseases are counting on Boston Children's, we can innovate to save lives.”
Leonard Zon, MD, a physician-scientist whose lab at Boston Children’s has made groundbreaking discoveries about stem cell biology and cancer genetics that led to new treatments
GENE THERAPY BREAKTHROUGH FOR CONNER
Six-year-old Conner was the first patient in the world to get a new FDA-approved gene therapy based on studies led by our experts. He was diagnosed with cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (CALD), a devastating disease that causes kids to grow blind, deaf and lose muscle control. Without care, they experience severe neurologic deterioration and many pass away. This lifesaving treatment corrected the genetic mutation and protected the nerve cells in Conner’s brain. Today, he is thriving and kids like him get a second chance at life.
There’s no better way to support our communities than lending a helping hand to the littlest among us. They are our future. You can see associate engagement lift as they help fundraise for the kids. It’s a win-win!”
Walmart Regional Vice President, Region
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Seventy-one percent of employees think it’s important to work at a company that gives back through philanthropy and volunteering.* Showing shoppers you care about the community you serve—not just the bottom line—helps make them repeat customers.
Since 2015, Shaw’s and Star Market have given $9.9 million through register campaigns, grants and event sponsorships. Associates ask customers to “Give a Smile” to kids at the hospital by donating points and dollars at checkout. To battle food insecurity and celebrate a recent grant, employees volunteered at Boston Children’s Family Food Connections food pantry.
NRG has raised nearly $2 million and sponsored many events over the last seven years. Their Choose to Give program lets customers power care for kids at Boston Children's by choosing a special service plan at no additional cost to them. NRG donates $50 upon enrollment plus ongoing contributions of 1% of the supply portion of their bill each year.
National brands join the Children's Miracle Network to support the best pediatric hospitals in their region. Walmart and Sam’s Club have motivated giving at 60 Massachusetts and New Hampshire locations for over 30 years. Their annual register campaign, community grants and associate-driven events like bake sales, canister collections and car shows, have contributed over $19 million of vital funds to support kids at Boston Children’s.
*Source: Double the Donation website
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Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation paired a donation from Mondelēz International with more than 300 shopping bags full of products for Boston Children’s Family Food Connections, a free food pantry in Jamaica Plain.
Researchers with the New Balance Foundation Obesity Prevention Center at Boston Children’s Hospital partnered closely with community organizations to develop and deliver Boston Children’s fit kit resources and programming, teaching children healthy habits to last a lifetime.
By funding promising research and community outreach programs, you create brighter futures for all. You extend Boston Children’s impact beyond the hospital to change lives, advance health equity and build a common foundation for local and global success.
Since 2022, Bank of America has funded Boston Children’s Neighborhood Partnership Program to provide school-based behavioral health services to students and essential resources and training to educators. Their support has allowed Boston Children’s psychologists and social workers to collaborate with school staff in partner schools to foster children’s social, emotional and mental well-being.
The New Balance Foundation Obesity Prevention Center at Boston Children’s Hospital was established to empower families to lead healthy and active lifestyles and to help end the childhood obesity epidemic. The New Balance Foundation funds Boston Children’s groundbreaking research, state-of-the-art care programs and evidence-based resources like the Boston Children’s fit kit—all leading to impressive improvements in kids’ knowledge of healthy habits, fitness levels and body mass index.
Aura supports Boston Children’s answer to the ongoing mental health crisis affecting kids and teens. In partnership with Franciscan Children’s, we are building a new home for pediatric mental wellness in Boston to train more therapists, do research to develop more effective treatments and revolutionize the way care is delivered.
We have confidence in our philanthropic investment because Boston Children’s shows us the impact of those dollars. A dollar in equals lives changed or progress realized. They are constantly innovating and caring for kids—not just in the local community, but serving humanity and children all over the world.”
Chris Davis New Balance Brand President, CMO
We have a unique opportunity to come together as a business community to support the number one children's hospital in the entire country. I’m honored to be part of the Boston Children’s Hospital team because they provide the best care for children here and throughout the world.”
John Fish Suffolk Construction Chairman, CEO
When you sponsor a Boston Children’s event, your customers and clients see that you care about kids and your colleagues want to join in the fun. You affirm your corporate values, spread awareness of hospital services and lead the way in gathering support.
Eversource has been a lead sponsor of the Eversource Walk for Boston Children’s Hospital for the last 14 years. Employees on Team Eversource volunteer and walk at the Esplanade every June. A cumulative donation of $14 million to the hospital’s Every Child Fund has helped meet the most urgent needs in patient care, research, teaching and community health.
BJ’s Wholesale Club is the presenting sponsor for the Corporate Cup event—a field day for adults that promotes fun, fitness and friendly competition in the business community. BJ’s associates rally before the big day by holding their own “Mini Cup” (refereed by their patient partners) at corporate headquarters to fuel peer-to-peer fundraising and team spirit.
Boston’s best in sports, business and medicine came together for the 20th year of Champions for Children’s this past December. The star-studded dinner and auction raised millions to support care for kids and was spearheaded by 2024 event chairs John Fish of Suffolk Construction and Rob Griffin of Newmark, a founder of the event.
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