Living life to the ‘Max’

Max Herrick, an energetic 5-year-old with a mischievous smile, knows virtually every nook and cranny at Children’s Memorial Hospital. And he should, as Max has spent nearly two years of his young life in the hospital. He’s been treated for a heart defect that ultimately necessitated a heart transplant, as well as cancer. But despite his challenges, Max is in most ways a normal little boy. MORE>

Running for Rosie

The 300 runners who will participate in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 11 as members of the Children’s Memorial Marathon Team are united by a common goal: to raise funds to support the hospital’s efforts to provide the best possible care for sick children. For Peggy Portelli, the event also provides a way to give back for the care her daughter has received. MORE>

The White Elephant: Find a bargain, help a child

The White Elephant, the Founders’ Board of Children’s Memorial Hospital’s resale shop, is a must for bargain hunters searching for practical items, exotic objects or “just looking.” A birthday celebration this month marks the shop’s 90th year of supporting the Board’s fundraising activities. MORE>

Join us and be a part of history!

The future of pediatric medicine in Chicago will reach new heights as construction of the 23-story, state-of-the-art Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago continues, but we need your help. Join the many heroes in our community who are committed to improving the health of children by contributing to the Heroes for Life campaign. Give today!

The facts about H1N1 flu

Get answers to common questions about the new H1N1 flu. Also, Children’s Memorial specialist Stanford Shulman, MD, speaks about the benefits of receiving an H1N1 vaccination on WGN-TV.

LEAVE YOUR FOOTPRINT TODAY!

Running a marathon is tough. Supporting Children’s Memorial is easy. Right now, create a digital footprint. For each footprint, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon will donate one dollar to the hospital. The charity that leaves the most footprints will receive an additional $10,000, so don’t delay!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday-Saturday, September 11-12, 2009
Tune in and give generously

Be inspired by the Children’s Memorial patients and families you’ll meet during the 10th Annual Eric & Kathy’s 36-Hour Radiothon, broadcast live on THE MIX 101.9fm. Give from the heart during the radiothon or make your pledge today! MORE >

Saturday, September 12, 2009
A Night Under the Chicago Stars

Friday, September 18 , 2009
Northwest Suburban Guild Celebrations IX

Sunday, September 27 , 2009
One Small Voice 8th Annual 5K Walk and 3rd Annual Run

Sunday, October 4, 2009
Kawasaki Disease Fund Family Day

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