A Home for Hope - Children`s Miracle Network

Fall 2012
A Home for Hope
The new Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital opens
this December and will be a home for hope and healing
for patients and their families. Children’s Miracle
Network will support this state-of-the-art facility
by continuing to fund life-saving equipment, patient
programs, and pediatric research.
Inside this issue
Telethon.........................................2
Dollars at Work..............................2
A Home for Hope...........................3
Meet a Miracle Child......................3
Making Miracles Happen...............4
Special Events................................6
Kudos.............................................7
Save the Date.................................8
Another Record-Breaking Year!
Children’s Miracle Network raised a record-breaking
$3,298,578 for Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital during
the 2011-2012 fundraising year. This total was announced on
the final day of the Telethon that was held in June and aired
on WGAL-TV8. Top contributors included GIANT Food
Stores, Rite Aid, Cumulus Media Harrisburg, Walmart and
Sam’s Club, employees of The Hershey Company, employees of
Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and College of
Medicine, and Hershey Entertainment & Resorts. In addition,
$225,000 was raised through phone pledges during the
Telethon to purchase life-saving equipment for the Neonatal
Intensive Care Unit at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital.
Since 1984, Children’s Miracle Network has raised more than
$44 million for the Children’s Hospital.
The Children’s Miracle Network Telethon was held June 9 and 10 and
aired on WGAL-TV8.
WGAL’s Jere Gish interviewed Dr. Charles Palmer about an incubator that
viewers helped to purchase through phone pledges.
WGAL’s Doug Allen interviewed Miracle Children Hailey and Alex Ketch.
Children’s Miracle Network Dollars at Work!
We love showing you how your donations help patients at
Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital. Children’s Miracle
Network recently purchased a quiet cast removal saw. The
amount of noise produced by traditional cast saws can be
frightening to children, which makes the cast removal process
more difficult for the child and medical staff. The new cast
saw works similarly to a can opener and is virtually silent.
This reduces anxiety and makes the overall experience much
more pleasant for the child. Children’s Miracle Network
also purchased a child-friendly examination table for the
procedure room where casts are removed. The table includes
a play area for the patient or sibling to make their experience
more comfortable. To watch a video about the quiet saw and
examination table, visit PennStateHershey.org/CMN.
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A Home for Hope
The public is invited to help celebrate the
grand opening of the new, free-standing
Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital on
Saturday, November 17 from 10:00 a.m. –
2:00 p.m. This community event will feature
ceremonies to acknowledge those who made
the Children’s Hospital possible, activity areas
for children and families, raffle prizes and
giveaways.
The new, five-story building will feature
private patient rooms, outpatient offices, a
new pediatric radiology unit, a blood bank,
a pharmacy, five operating suites, the Penn
State Hershey Center for the Protection of
Children, an outdoor courtyard, a learning
wall, and a stage for performances.
Help us celebrate this home for hope!
“The doctors and nurses make sure kids get the
right medicine, but the activities in the playroom
make kids happy and help them forget about the
medicine.”
–Joey Setlock, pediatric cancer survivor
Meet a Miracle Child
Julia and Jayden recently joined our network of Miracle Children, a group of current
and former patients of Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital.
Julia Lindenmuth, 7
York
Julia was diagnosed with Aicardi
Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder in
which the structure that connects the
two sides of the brain is missing. This
caused Julia to experience seizures
several times a day. Julia has had
numerous surgeries since birth and is
treated regularly by several therapists.
She loves being pushed in her swing,
playing in her therapy pool, and
listening to music.
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Jayden Finney, 5
Harrisburg
Jayden was four when he was
diagnosed with Type I Diabetes.
The staff at Penn State Hershey
Children’s Hospital helped
Jayden and his mother, Erica,
adjust to Jayden’s new lifestyle.
Jayden has recently started insulin
pump therapy and continues to
be very active. He loves being
outside and playing sports.
Making Miracles Happen
GIANT Food Stores held their annual Celebrity Putting Contest at the Hershey Country Club on July 14. A group of 25 media personalities were paired with 25 Miracle
Children.
Local Walmart and Sam’s Club associates visited Penn State Hershey Children’s
Hospital for a Miracle Balloon campaign kick-off. Miracle Child Lyla Walborn
was the guest of honor. The 2012 campaign raised more than $204,000 in just
six weeks.
Rite Aid held their 13th annual Executive Car Wash on June 15. The event
raised more than $200,000.
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The annual Truckers for Miracle Kids event took place on August 18 at Buck
Motorsports Park. More than 100 local drivers showed off their rigs and took
part in a safe driving competition.
More than 500 cyclists participated in the Tour de Chocolatetown. The 2013
ride will be held May 19.
The first round of Texas Roadhouse’s National Meat
Cutters Challenge was held in August. Cutters from
ten regional Texas Roadhouse locations were scored
on their filleting skills. The steaks were grilled and
served to the public in exchange for a donation to
Children’s Miracle Network.
Miracle Treat Day was held on July 26. Proceeds from all Blizzard Treats sold at
participating Dairy Queens were donated to Children’s Miracle Network.
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Special Events
For more information on any of these events, call the Children’s Miracle Network office at 717-531-6606 or visit PennStateHershey.org/CMN
for a complete list.
The People’s Pay for Play
on 105.7 The X
The People’s Morning Show on WQXA 105.7 The X will host
the 6th annual People’s Pay for Play this Fall. Nipsey, Earl
David Reed, and Jen Shade will begin a 28-hour radio marathon
on November 15 at 5:00 a.m. and remain on the air until 9:00
a.m. on November 16. During this time, listeners can call and
make a donation for a song request. The further the request is
from the station’s rock and roll format, the higher the donation
must be for that song to be played on the air. Funds from this
year’s event will benefit the Child Life program at Penn State
Hershey Children’s Hospital.
Miracle Child Sam Erickson smiles for a photo during last year’s
Pay for Play which raised $112,200 for the Children’s Hospital.
Neiman Marcus Fashion
Show and Luncheon
Miracle Ball
Join us for the 23rd annual “Wings of Hope” Miracle
Ball on Saturday, November 17 at Hershey Lodge.
The evening will include a reception, dinner, remarks
by the family of Miracle Child Caden Capitani, a
silent auction, music, and dancing. To purchase tickets
($175 per person or $300 per couple) or learn about
corporate sponsorship opportunities, call the Children’s
Miracle Network office at 717-531-6606.
The 5th annual Neiman
Marcus Fashion Show and
Luncheon will be held Friday,
December 7 at The Hotel
Hershey. The event includes a
cocktail reception and raffles
followed by a runway show
and luncheon. Tickets are
$150 each. Seating is limited.
Purchase your tickets online at
PennStateHershey.org/CMN
or by calling the Children’s
Miracle Network office at
717-531-6606. We hope to see
you there, and remember—
giving is always in fashion!
Extra Life
On October 20, thousands of gamers across the country will participate in Extra Life, a 24-hour
gaming marathon to benefit Children’s Miracle Network. Gamers sign up and invite their friends
and family members to sponsor them as they play video games or other games. To register, visit
Extra-Life.org.
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Kudos T
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Thank you to the following individuals, businesses, and organizations for their incredible
support of Children’s Miracle Network. We wish we had the space to list everyone!
GIANT Food Stores for a successful Miracle Balloon campaign and
the “Our Family Foundation” committee for another successful golf
tournament.
Deb Fausey for hosting the 5th annual Jewels for Miracles event.
Everyone involved with the Truckers for Miracle Kids event at Buck
Motorsports Park on August 18. A special thank you to the committee
members and event chair, Cindy Kametz, for all of your hard work.
WGAL-TV8 for helping to make the 2012 Telethon a wonderful success.
Rite Aid for an outstanding Miracle Balloon campaign, golf tournament,
and executive car wash.
The Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire for organizing a community
outreach weekend and inviting our Miracle Families to enjoy a
complimentary weekend at the Faire.
Walmart and Sam’s Club for a record-breaking 2012 Miracle Balloon
campaign. The 20 Walmart Stores, Inc. locations raised more than
$204,000 in just six weeks.
High Construction Company for another successful golf outing that
raised a record-breaking $35,500.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet for another Miracle Balloon campaign that raised
$22,122.
Love’s Travel Stops of Carlisle and Lebanon for another excellent paper
heart campaign in September.
White House Black Market and Chico’s for selling charm bracelets during
their spring campaign.
Stauffers of Kissel Hill for hosting their annual golf outing in September.
Associates from the Lancaster and Harrisburg Costco warehouses for
raising more than $50,000 during their “May is for Miracles” campaign.
Wawa for a successful Miracle Balloon campaign in May.
The Riverside Camping Association for donating $10,000 to the Telethon.
Pepsi Bottling Company for their second annual “4 the Kids” Miracle
Day event.
Local Dairy Queens for selling Miracle Balloons and participating in
Miracle Treat Day.
Miracle Child Daniel Freed for donating more than $2,000 from his
annual lemonade stand.
The employees of The Hershey Company for a successful 5K race and
motorcycle ride.
Food Lion for a successful Miracle Balloon campaign in June which
raised more than $4,000.
The employees of Penn State Hershey Medical Center and College of
Medicine for planning golf tournaments in June and September.
Miracle Child Brooks Conway and his family for raising $1,650 during
their 7th annual “Homeruns for Miracles” in their backyard.
Benigna’s Creek Vineyard for organizing a “Bun-less” Burger Build-off
and Chili Cookout.
Members 1st Federal Credit Union for selling Miracle Balloons and
organizing a mini-golf tournament and community events in September.
The St. Arbogast Foundation for organizing the St. Arbogast Day
fundraiser at TJ Rockwell’s American Grille in Mechanicsburg and a
bowling tournament.
Texas Roadhouse for donating proceeds from the first round of the
National Meat Cutters Challenge.
All of the volunteers who called and thanked our 2012 Telethon donors
during the annual Thank-a-Thon.
Everyone who participated in the 4th annual Fred Fraker Memorial Golf
Tournament which raised $22,500.
PSECU for sponsoring Children’s Miracle Network games and jersey
auctions with the State College Spikes, York Revolution, Harrisburg
Senators, and Lancaster Barnstormers.
All of our Miracle Children and their families who support Children’s
Miracle Network by organizing their own fundraisers, attending the
many events across the region, and serving as ambassadors for our
organization. We could not do it without you!
The KFC locations in York and Hanover for a successful Miracle Balloon
campaign in August.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
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Penn State Hershey Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Children’s Miracle Network
Office of University Development, Mail Code A190
P.O. Box 855
Hershey, PA 17033-0855
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Thank You
Save the Date
October 20, 2012
ExtraLife, a 24-hour gaming
marathon
Extra-life.org
October 21, 2012
Hershey Half Marathon
November 17, 2012
Public viewing of the new
Children’s Hospital
November 15-16
People’s Pay for Play on 105.7
the X
to the top sponsors of
Children’s Miracle Network at
Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital.
November 17
Miracle Ball, Hershey Lodge
December 7
Neiman Marcus Fashion Show,
The Hotel Hershey
For a complete list of Children’s Miracle Network events, visit
PennStateHershey.org/CMN and click on fundraisers and events.
Contact Us
Whether you want to make a direct financial contribution, include
Children’s Miracle Network in your estate planning, volunteer, or plan
a fundraiser, Children’s Miracle Network has a place for you. Our staff
would be happy to talk to you about fundraising ideas, arrange a tour
of Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital, or make a presentation at
your school, business, or organization.
Children’s Miracle Network
Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Office of University Development, M.C. A190
P.O. Box 855
Hershey, PA 17033-0855
Phone: 717-531-6606 • Toll-free: 877-CMN-2647
Fax: 717-531-0888
PennStateHershey.org/CMN
Facebook.com/childrensmiraclenetworkhershey
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