Walking the streets filled with magic at Walt Disney World, lying outside for hours during the day and enjoying playdates at Gigi’s Playhouse, 4-year-old Amelia King was always on the go.
Last month, Tallahassee celebrated the children served by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital with a downtown, block party-style event at the 2nd annual Miracles on Madison.
Our very own Amber Ferrell, whose child, Nate, is a patient at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, is part of the cast and shares what it’s like to raise a child with a rare disease.
Marshal was an osteosarcoma patient and CMN Ambassador at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital from 2014-2018, and used art in all its forms throughout his battle with the disease.
On Miracle Treat Day, $1 or more from every Blizzard Treat sold will be donated from participating Dairy Queen® locations in the Gainesville, Tallahassee and West Palm Beach areas to UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital.
The CMN Hospitals Ambassador program at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides a platform to help families share their incredible stories, helping to further its mission of building awareness and increasing funds for hospitalized children in our community. Complete the form and we will be happy to help you! giving.UFHealth.org/ambassadors.
Upcoming Campaigns and Events
Now through June 28 | Marshal's pARTy exhibit
Now through July 7 | Walmart & Sam's Club campaign
