Photo Courtesy of Dance Marathon at UF 26.2 In the world of running, 26.2 miles is the ultimate test of endurance and tenacity. But that number stands for so much more. It stands for overcoming. It stands for persistence. At the University of Florida, it stands for a commitment…
The halls of a hospital can be intimidating for young patients facing the unknown. One such patient, a young girl, is brought into a room to receive a CT scan from a technician she’s unfamiliar with. As the machine begins to hum, she feels anxiety, unsure of what…
Phi Mu Fraternity, a national partner for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, consistently demonstrates their commitment to the well-being of young patients at children’s hospitals throughout the year. Since 1986, Phi Mu has dedicated their efforts to raising funds and awareness for member hospitals of CMN Hospitals, and…
Chances are, if it’s a sunny day, you can find 10-year-old Owen Maier outdoors doing what he loves most – playing basketball. An avid Los Angeles Lakers fan thanks to legends like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James, there’s still another team that takes up space in his heart.
The members of Phi Mu at the University of Florida, when compared to the philanthropic endeavors of their Greek Life peers, own a unique perspective on the impact that their yearlong efforts can have on their local community. Phi Mu is the only sorority that is…
Words can’t do justice to the pain that is felt by families who experience losing a child. In the halls of UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, a new initiative is underway to help provide additional solace to families grappling with the grief that accompanies such circumstances. Through the…
Photo courtesy of UF Dance Marathon In just one of several displays of philanthropy throughout the year, the Miracle Network Dance Marathon teams at Florida State University and the University of Florida collectively raised an impressive $711,253.52 during their signature fall fundraising events. At UF, Dance Marathon held its…
Love’s Travel Stops wants to help UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital through Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals transform kids’ and families’ lives in the future. Children’s hospitals are at the frontlines when it comes to protecting kids’ health. But they can’t do it alone. Not only does Love’s…
Children’s hospitals are on the frontlines when it comes to protecting the health of future generations. But they can’t do it alone. 7-Eleven® stores, from October 30, 2024 – January 7, 2025, are serving their neighbors to meet their everyday needs. So together, we can build a better…
The Seminole Radio Control Club (SRCC) hosted their annual Fun-Fly event on Sept. 23, 2023, not only showcasing their passion for radio-controlled aircraft but also raising $1,600 for UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. The impactful fundraiser officially concluded in November when the SRCC presented UF Health staff with a check…
