In the early chapters of Ellie Zimmerman’s medical journey, one prevailing theme emerged: against all odds. Her narrative didn’t begin with her birth, however; it took root even before her entrance to the world. Jennifer Zimmerman, Ellie’s mother, found herself unexpectedly relying on the services of UF Health…
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, through Jan. 9, are serving their neighbors to meet their everyday needs. So together, we can build a better tomorrow. Through Children’s Miracle Network…
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…
Knight-Swift is the industry’s largest full truckload company; operating with an extensive fleet of roughly 19,000 tractors, 58,000 trailers, and employing 24,000 people. In addition to operating North America’s largest tractor fleet, Knight-Swift serves a wide range of customers in a broad array of industries. Through its partnership…
August 8 Panda Cares®, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express, commemorates its anniversary on August 8 every year. Join in recognizing Panda’s impact on Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals by celebrating Panda Cares Day on August 8, 2023! For ONE DAY ONLY on August 8, Panda Express will be…
Seventy-three boats filled with friendly fishers waded through Sea Hag Marina in Steinhatchee, Fla., this past April to support UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. The 18th annual Fishing for Kids saltwater trout tournament brought supporters together for a Friday night low country boil to kick off the weekend. Saturday morning featured the annual fishing tournament…
Talia Mor looked out at the crowd with a huge smile on her face. She was speaking to students from Dance Marathon at the University of Florida. It was as though she was looking at younger versions of herself. After all, Mor was in their shoes not so long ago.
During its annual 26.2-hour event on April 1-2, Dance Marathon at the University of Florida raised $2,007,079.05 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. Hundreds of dancers worked tirelessly throughout the school year and then took to the Stephen C. O’Connell Center to “Imagine the Day”…
Art is more than a hobby for Kinsey. Art is expression. It’s where her passion and creativity come alive. Even on the most difficult of days – such as her weekly dialysis on Wednesdays – 19-year-old Kinsey can be found doing arts and crafts. “She is a very cheerful type…
