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Last year, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta cared for more than 300,000 children

hailing from all 159 counties in Georgia, and beyond. Fortunately, not all those

children accessed our pediatric healthcare system for a life-threatening illness or

injury. But there are those like 14-year-old Robin Haralson, a two-time cancer

survivor featured in this 2010 Report to our Donors, who spend weeks, sometimes

months, of their lives inside the walls of our hospitals.

For all the Robins and kids like her, Children’s is committed to getting kids back to

being kids as quickly as we can. Simply put, a child’s life shouldn’t be defined by a

health crisis. It should be shaped by the experiences that make growing up such an

incredible journey.

That’s a theme you’ll see throughout this donor report: “One year, countless

moments.” And while Robin and our other featured patients, Savannah Atkinson,

Phillip Reiter and Caden Townes, were busy pursuing their personal goals last

year, Children’s also continued looking to the next horizon—pushing medical

boundaries, growing a world-class research program, recruiting and training

the next generation of pediatric specialists, and leading statewide efforts to drive

childhood wellness initiatives.

We hope you enjoy reading about the many exciting achievements of 2010, both

for Children’s and for our patients. Truly, our success, and theirs, would not be

possible without caring people like you. From the kids who donate change from

their lemonade stand, to the grandparents who leave a legacy through their estate,

and everyone in between, your investment in Children’s makes all the difference.

Sincerely,

Thomas M. Holder

Chairman, Board of Trustees

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation

One year, countless moments

G.F. Agerton III

Claire L. Arnold

Kathy T. Betty

Robert W. Bruce Jr., M.D.

Robert M. Campbell, M.D.

James A. Carlos

Allen M. Chan

Dean H. Eisner

Rev. Dr. Darrell D. Elligan

Molly Fletcher

R. Brad Foster

Tom Giddens

Jonathan D. Goldman

Eugene A. Hayes III

Donna W. Hyland

Mary Ellen Imlay

Mark Kauffman

Scott MacLellan

Richard J. McKay

William C. Pate

Beatriz Perez

Margaret Conant Reiser

Christy Roberts

Michael B. Russell

Scott Slade

Terri Theisen

thomas M. Holder, Chairman

Douglas K. Garges, Vice Chairman

Charles H. ogburn, Vice Chairman

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Foundation Board of Trustees

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12Healthcare highlightsWe achieved incredible milestones in 2010, from an innovative new heart procedure to reducing radiology turnaround times.

Celebrating momentsMeet four children who are living fuller, healthier lives because of children’s—and you.

14Fundraising accomplishmentsit is thanks to the millions of dollars raised by donors that we are able to care for hundreds of thousands of children.

18 highlights&happenings

20 amongfriends

21 mark your calendar

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the latest drug discovery. a new treatment for

childhood cancer. Better ways to help young athletes

recover from concussions. personalized asthma care.

the most advanced technology for prosthetics and

orthotics. Faster recovery times for organ transplants.

at Children’s Healthcare of atlanta, our donors help us

to be at the forefront of the latest research, treatment

and technology. Your support enables our patients

to cross finish lines, celebrate birthdays, get drivers’

licenses, earn straight a’s and go on first dates.

every day, your commitment to Children’s is helping

create countless memories for hundreds of thousands

of children and their families. For that, we thank you.

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Caden townes was a Halloween baby. Born Oct. 31, 2007, Caden was the best treat his

mother, Krista Cade, could have received. She jokes that her son’s birth was not without its tricks,

though. Krista had been told her baby was a girl and had planned accordingly. Baby clothes were

exchanged and the pink nursery was redecorated.

As he grew, Caden became an active toddler. But his giggles hid a dangerous health condition.

Not long before he turned 2, Caden’s cheeks became swollen and he stopped urinating.

Krista knew something was wrong. Because Caden had been previously treated there, Krista took

her son to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, where doctors diagnosed him with Denys-Drash

syndrome. This rare disorder causes kidney failure and other health issues, including Wilms’

tumor—a type of kidney cancer. Doctors told Krista that her little boy was in renal failure and

would need a kidney transplant to live. Caden spent three weeks in the hospital and 10 months in

outpatient treatment undergoing dialysis while they waited for a donor kidney. He also underwent

preventative chemotherapy to inhibit the formation of a Wilms’ tumor. In July 2010, Caden had

a successful transplant at the Children’s Carlos and Marguerite Mason Transplant Center, which

performed 64 transplants in 2010, including 21 kidney transplants.

Now a thriving 3-year-old, Caden loves to color, play games and get hugs from his cousin Amari.

And his mother is grateful for the chance to watch her son grow stronger every day.

“As a donor to the Children’s Carlos and Marguerite Mason Transplant Center, it makes me happy to know I’m helping make second chances possible for so many children.”

— Helen Carlos, donor

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Robin Haralson loves to sing and is an alto in her school’s chorus. A talented student,

she regularly receives A’s and B’s. Polite and kind, she answers adults with a “yes, ma’am” or a “no,

sir,” like she learned from her parents. At 14 years old, Robin seems like an average teenager—

excited about summer, when she’ll be able to swim—one of her favorite activities. But Robin is not

your typical teen. She is a survivor.

When she was 6, Robin was diagnosed with Ewing’s sarcoma, a rare and difficult-to-treat bone

cancer. Her parents, Laurie and Rob, were shocked and devastated. Robin received chemotherapy

and radiation at the Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders Service of Children’s Healthcare of

Atlanta, which treated nearly 350 newly diagnosed cancer patients in 2010.

The treatment was a success, and Robin was in remission for more than a year when the Haralsons

were dealt another devastating blow. Robin was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia

(AML), a type of cancer that affects white blood cells, and sometimes develops after chemotherapy

treatment. She later underwent a successful blood and marrow transplant (BMT), which restored

Robin’s damaged blood stem cells.

Today Robin is cancer-free and regularly participates in the Aflac Cancer Center Cancer Survivor

Program. In the fall, Robin will start a new chapter in her life—high school. And this survivor

couldn’t be more excited about the opportunity to make new memories for years to come.

I also was a survivor.

“Becoming involved in the Aflac Cancer Center is one of the best decisions I have ever made. It is a joy to know you are making a difference.”

— Dan Amos, Chairman and CEO, Aflac Incorporated


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I also became seizure-free.At school, she’s quiet, almost timid. At home, it’s a different story. With her family,

4-year-old savannah atkinson is outgoing and even a little bossy—often

thinking she rules the house, her mom, Mitzi, said. Creative and inquisitive, Savannah

loves to work on puzzles, paint and read. And more than anything, she loves dogs.

But keeping up with a puppy was not possible for most of Savannah’s life because of

her frequent seizures.

Savannah had her first seizure when she was 11 months old, and doctors told Mitzi and her

husband, Trevor, that it was caused by a fever. But their daughter continued to have seizures,

and after undergoing tests at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, doctors diagnosed Savannah

with epilepsy. Medications were having little effect on her and she was, at one point, having

30 to 40 seizures a day—sometimes just five minutes apart.

But all that changed when Mitzi and Trevor took Savannah to the Children’s Ketogenic

Diet Clinic. The special high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet has been proven to work well in

hard-to-treat epilepsy cases. Savannah stayed at Children’s for two days while staff eased

her into the diet and taught her parents about the treatment. The diet worked. She is now

seizure-free and her parents are overjoyed. Because of her treatment success, Savannah can

now ride a bike and go to school. And, best of all, her dreams finally came true last year

when they brought home Max, a Yorkshire terrier puppy.

“Children’s is a great hospital. The staff is truly amazing and everyone was helpful. We’re so grateful to have such a great team treating us.”

— Mitzi Atkinson, parent


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I also got my heart fixed.

phillip Reiter is a baseball player. For the 11-year-old, no sound is sweeter than the

crack of a baseball bat or the smack of a line drive landing in a well-worn mitt. But for his

parents, Lori and Phil, the most precious sound was the voice of the doctors at the Children’s

Healthcare of Atlanta Sibley Heart Center telling them their son’s innovative procedure had

been a success.

Phillip was born with tetralogy of Fallot—a combination of four defects that affect the formation

of the heart and its major blood vessels. By the time he was 8 in 2007, Phillip had already

undergone two open heart surgeries. But last year, Phillip started having more complications.

His parents noticed he was always out of breath, and twice he complained of chest pains.

Tests showed Phillip’s pulmonary valve was failing, and doctors at the Sibley Heart Center told

his parents he might be a candidate for the Melody Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve procedure.

This innovative procedure can help patients with tetralogy of Fallot by replacing the pulmonary

valve so blood moves easily from the heart to the lungs, without leaking back into the heart.

The valve is placed using a catheter that is guided into the heart from a vein in the leg or neck.

In mid-December, Phillip underwent the procedure—only the fifth pediatric patient at Children’s

and in Georgia to do so—and was home from the hospital in time to celebrate Christmas with

his family. Today the third-grader is back on the baseball field and ready to hear the roar of the

crowd as he hits a home run.

“Donor support makes a huge difference in our clinical care. Because of our donors, we are able to offer advanced technology and procedures that help kids heal faster and live fuller lives.”

— Dennis Kim, M.D., Ph.D., pediatric cardiologist


l Through our Sibley Heart Center, we were the first and only pediatric hospital in

Georgia to perform the Melody Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve procedure, which can

replace an abnormal pulmonary valve with just a couple of days of recovery time.

Previously this could only be accomplished through open heart surgery.

l Our Kidney Transplant Program completed its first paired-donor exchange transplant.

While surgical teams at Children’s at Egleston prepared a 9-year-old patient to receive

a kidney from Texas, surgeons at Emory University Hospital removed a kidney from the

boy’s mother for an awaiting recipient in Texas. This type of transplant can increase the

number of available organs and help save the lives of more children.

l In a collaborative effort with Emory University School of Medicine and Children’s,

Georgia Institute of Technology received a EUREKA grant from the National Institutes

of Health (NIH) to design a new way to treat invasive brain tumors. Researchers plan

to develop a system that will direct tumors away from the interior of the brain to a

more exterior location where they can be removed or destroyed. This type of approach

can potentially treat cancers once thought to be incurable and offer hope for children

battling aggressive tumors.

l We became the first pediatric facility in the U.S. to offer robot-guided scoliosis surgery

through the SpineAssist system. This system allows a surgeon to preplan a procedure

in a 3-D simulation of the patient’s spine. During the surgery, a robotic extension arm

guides the surgeon to the location. This creates less pain, fewer complications and

shorter recovery times for our patients.

At Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, we witness special moments every day, such as the child in remission for her cancer, which was once thought unbeatable, or the young man with a new heart who has a second chance at life. We see infants, toddlers, adolescents and teenagers who are celebrating recoveries—who are well enough to leave our hospitals and go back to their families. We cherish those precious memories of hope.

Each day, these moments are possible because of your help. As donors, you are critical to helping us care for the sick and injured children of our community. The highlights we achieved in 2010 were only possible through your support. We are grateful that you have chosen to give to Children’s. Thank you for helping us realize so many exceptional moments.

Donna W. HylandPresident and CEOChildren’s Healthcare of Atlanta

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PATIENT population

Unique patients Patient visits

FY 2010*FY 2009FY 2008

262,7

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553,0

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282,8

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314,7

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*The patient visits total includes hospital admissions and outpatient visits from all three hospitals. Unlike previous years, both of the 2010 numbers include patients from Marcus Autism Center and Sibley Heart Center Cardiology.

l Our Radiology Department implemented new voice recognition software

called PowerScribe that dramatically accelerates the turnaround time for

radiology reports. The software allows radiologists to review images and

dictate their findings into a microphone that automatically uploads the

report online. In just a few short months, the turnaround time dropped

from 22.8 hours at Children’s at Egleston to 5.41 hours; and from 31.9

hours at Children’s at Scottish Rite to 5.47 hours.

l A 16-year-old patient from Children’s received a new lease on life after

being among the first in the country to undergo a blood and marrow

transplant (BMT) for the treatment of Crohn’s disease, a recurring

inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

l Surgeons at Children’s were involved in more than 38,000 surgeries

in 2010, or more than 100 a day, ranging from common procedures,

like tonsillectomies and hernias, to extensive transplants.

l Using video electroencephalogram (EEG) software purchased with

donor funds, the Children’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit implemented

a continuous monitoring program to identify patients who are having

nonconvulsive seizures that may have otherwise gone unidentified.

This helps doctors better determine the severity of a child’s condition

and create a more effective treatment plan.

l Our subsidiary Marcus Autism Center conducted 345 telemedicine

psychiatry consults. Because consultations were offered twice weekly in

2010, as opposed to twice a month, patient volume increased by 100

percent, allowing more children in rural locations a chance to be treated

for autism and related disorders.

l We have the only pediatric hand surgeons in the state, and in 2010 we

experienced a 15 percent increase in patient visits, treating more than

500 patients through our new Hand and Upper Extremity Program.

l Our Sports Medicine Program administered preconcussion tests to more

than 750 student athletes using ImPACT, a computer-based evaluation

system that allows physicians to compare pre- and postinjury cognitive

function. The test evaluates memory, processing speed, reaction time

and problem solving. This can help young athletes heal faster and get

back to their favorite sports sooner.

highlights


195,495emergency Department visits

38,868surgeries

49,226Primary care visits

25,067hospital admissions

709,145outpatient visits

$2.7 milliona day to operate children’s

l The Marcus Foundation awarded a $10 million grant to Marcus Autism Center in

support of the appointment of Ami Klin, Ph.D., as Director of Marcus Autism Center.

l Aflac, the Aflac Field Force and Aflac employees raised more than $7.6 million for

the Aflac Cancer Center to fund the Fellowship Program Endowment, the Research

and Clinical Endowment and an endowed chair for the Director of Hematology.

l The Katherine Weeks estate included a $4 million gift to Children’s, which

established an endowment to provide medical services for children whose parents

cannot afford to pay for hospital care.

l The Wilbur and Hilda Glenn Family Foundation gave a $2 million endowment gift to

Children’s at Hughes Spalding.

l Friends raised $1.7 million in the 2009-2010 fundraising year. Areas of support

included the Children’s Emergency Department, the Friends Research Fund, the Big

Apple Circle Clown Care Unit and research at the Aflac Cancer Center.

l Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta hosted nearly 800 philanthropists, including more

than 300 Children’s donors, for the 15th North American Leadership Conference,

which recognizes individuals who give $10,000 or more annually to their local

children’s hospital.

l The 10th annual AM 750 and NOW 95.5 FM News/Talk WSB Care-a-Thon raised

$1.4 million for the Aflac Cancer Center, bringing the event’s cumulative fundraising

to $10 million.

l In April, PGA TOUR golfer Stewart Cink invited his 1.2 million Twitter followers to join

the Twee Off challenge, a three-week campaign that raised $78,183 for Children’s

via the social networking site Twitter. AT&T also contributed an additional $600,000

to the campaign, bringing the cumulative total to $678,183.

As a father, I look back on every moment of my daughter, Jessica’s, life with great pride. My wife and I often reminisce about the day our little girl took her first steps, spoke her first word and attended her first day of school. Now that Jessica is an adult, these memories are even more precious.

Thankfully, we were blessed with a healthy child. But many parents in our community are not as fortunate. Their families’ lives are filled with uncertainty and worry while their children recover from sickness or injury. Children’s is there for these families because of your donations. And thanks to your continued support, these children will have the chance to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.

Eugene A. Hayes III President Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation

Leaders from Children’s and AM 750 and NOW 95.5 FM News/Talk WSB pose in the Aflac Cancer Center infusion wing, which was named in honor

of the radio station and its listeners.

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Featured designer Rachel Roy greets Danielle Rollins and Children’s patient Carlyle Rollins at the third

annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show.

l In January 2010, the seventh annual Hope and Will Ball—a black-tie gala and one

of the largest fundraising events for Children’s—drew a sellout crowd of 700 guests

and raised more than $575,000.

l Atlanta native and American Idol host Ryan Seacrest launched the first initiative

of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation and built THE VOICE, a broadcast media center

designed to let patients explore radio, TV and new media. Though the center is

physically located in the lobby at Children’s at Egleston, the station also broadcasts

to Children’s at Hughes Spalding and Children’s at Scottish Rite.

l The Walmart Foundation sponsored the annual Associate Choice Program in

which thousands of Walmart and Sam’s Club associates chose Children’s to win a

$100,000 grant. Funds will be used for patient family support. During the past 14

years, local Walmarts and Sam’s Clubs have raised more than $11 million

for Children’s.

l The second annual Por Los Niños Radiothon presented by La Raza 102.3/Pop 100.1

FM raised $203,489. Funds supported the Children’s Primary Care Center

in Chamblee.

l The annual Star 94 Cares for Kids Radiothon raised $560,212 for Children’s,

bringing its eight-year total to more than $7.8 million.

l More than 4,000 people participated in the 26th annual Strong Legs Run, raising

more than $100,000 for Children’s.

l Kohl’s presented $442,324 to Children’s at the Kohl’s Cares for Kids Back-to-School

Fair. The contribution supports the Children’s Kohl’s School Nurse Liaison/Consultant

Program, which serves as a resource to 560 school nurses from 29 school districts in

metro Atlanta—serving more than 800,000 students.

accomplishments

Children’s Foundation Trustee Michael B. Russell and wife, Lovette, Children’s at Hughes Spalding

Community Board Chair, attend the North American Leadership Conference.

The annual Star 94 Cares for Kids Radiothon raises $560,212 for Children’s.

Ryan Seacrest cuts the ribbon for THE VOICE at Children’s at Egleston.

Representatives from Kohl’s present their fundraising total at the Kohl’s Cares for Kids Back-to-School Fair.

Sanjay Gupta, M.D.; Gail Besner, M.D.; Jennifer Arnold, M.D.; Fox 5 Atlanta anchor Russ Spencer; and William G. Woods, M.D.,

attend the North American Leadership Conference.

Children’s patient Carlyle Rollins is greeted by Ashley Preisinger, 2010 Hope and

Will Ball chair; Liz Shults, Silent Auction Co-chair; and Ada Lee Correll, Honorary Chair.

l Ian’s Friends Foundation donated $240,000 for brain tumor research, bringing

the foundation’s cumulative giving total to $420,000.

l Hope’s Circle, our annual giving society for women, celebrated its fifth

anniversary with 300 members. Will’s Club, our annual giving society for men,

had 122 members.

l Richard and Peggy Nitto, grandparents of Emilie Kurkoski, raised $1,830 for the

Children’s Sibley Heart Center through their annual holiday light display, during

which they solicit donations from visitors. Emilie was born with a hole in her heart

and underwent open heart surgery when she was 6 months old. She is now a

healthy grade-schooler.

l The inaugural Pulling for Kids Sporting Clays Tournament benefiting Marcus

Autism Center attracted more than 80 sporting clays enthusiasts and raised

approximately $48,000 for autism research and awareness.

l Across north Georgia, more than $15,371 was raised for Children’s through

the inaugural Miracle Jeans Day. In addition, more than 1,000 employees from

Children’s donned denim for a donation, raising $6,200 internally.

l The Atlanta Hawks and Atlanta Thrashers foundations funded the cafeteria

renovations at Children’s at Hughes Spalding. The renovations were among the

new features unveiled at the hospital’s grand opening.

l A $73,000 grant from the Atlanta Falcons Youth Foundation funded wellness

initiatives, including two interactive physical and health education systems, to

seven school districts in Georgia.

l The third annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, featuring designer

Rachel Roy, drew 140 guests and raised $85,000 for Children’s.

l The inaugural 24 Hours of Booty cycling event attracted nearly 350 participants

from 22 states and raised $30,000 for Children’s.

l Children’s received the 2010 Community Impact Award and a $10,000 donation

from the Chauncey Davis Foundation in September for its efforts in diabetes

research. The donation will continue to fund important diabetes research

and treatment.

l Carter’s Inc., a children’s apparel manufacturer, donated $300,000 to help fund

the playrooms at Children’s at Egleston and Children’s at Scottish Rite.

Cyclists participate in the first 24 Hours of Booty, a Lance Armstrong Foundation bicycle ride

benefiting Children’s.

Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, Chair of the Children’s Board of Trustees Doug Hertz, Congressman

John Lewis, and Children’s President and CEO Donna Hyland celebrate the grand opening

of Children’s at Hughes Spalding.

fundraising accomplishments

Hope’s Circle members Terri Theisen, Leah Wolfe and Cindy Widner Wall from BB&T Wealth

Management attend the fall 2010 Women in Business event hosted by BB&T.

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our fundraising groups and societies allow donors to interact and build community with their fellow supporters of children’s. Visit www.choa.org/donorreport to see a full list of our donors who contributed $1,000 or more in 2010, listed by giving levels.*

*We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this listing. Please accept our apology and contact Jane Ellington, Donor Relations, at [email protected] or 404-785-7336 if you find an error.

your dollars at work

see how your donations made a difference in 2010

$9,645,501 Unrestricted

$534,248 Research

$223,010 Research building

$1,101,000 Teaching

$128,341 Wellness

$3,905,312 Children’s at Hughes Spalding

$14,493,170 Marcus Autism Center

$10,365,214 Hem/Onc

$1,924,095 Cardiac

$587,179 Neuro

$181,796 Transplant

$54,795,754 Total

$9,645,501

$534,248

$223,010

$1,101,000

$128,341

$3,905,312

$14,493,170

$10,365,214

$11,648,813

$181,796

$587,179 $1,924,095

$58,075 Orthopaedics

$11,648,813 Other specialties

$58,075


Children’s reaches transplant milestoneIn January, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta performed its 500th kidney transplant,

making it only the second pediatric kidney transplant program in the Southeast to

achieve this milestone and one of only a handful in the U.S.

Eight years after his first kidney transplant, doctors told Connor Comeans, a 17-year-

old high school senior, that he needed a new kidney. Twenty-seven family members and

friends volunteered to help this Eagle Scout, who loves acting, theater and reading.

Fortunately, the Emory Transplant Center found a match in a family friend who donated

her kidney for the milestone transplant. More than 6,000 transplants each year are

possible because of living donors.

Research shows that centers that perform a higher number of transplants typically

have better patient outcomes. Our Carlos and Marguerite Mason Transplant Center

is second in the nation for overall transplant volumes and has outcomes that exceed

the national average.

In addition to kidney transplants, Children’s has completed:

l Nearly 250 pediatric heart transplants since 1988

l More than 350 pediatric liver transplants since 1990

Visit www.choa.org/transplant for more information.

never too young to make a difference When it was time to celebrate his bar mitzvah, Jared Goldman thought of others.

The 13-year-old asked his friends and family to make gifts to Children’s Healthcare of

Atlanta as part of his community service. Through his efforts, $10,645 was donated to

Children’s in Jared’s honor. Given Jared’s musical background and love of dogs he

requested the donations be split between music therapy and facility dogs.

“Children’s is an amazing place for kids,” said Jared. “Children’s needs our support to

make sure they can treat the really sick kids so they go back to school with their friends

and home to their families.”

Jared raised the money through Click for Kids, a program that allows participants to

create their own Web page and raise money for Children’s. Whether celebrating a

milestone birthday, running a race or honoring a loved one, Click for Kids is easy to

use and gives everyone a chance to make a difference at Children’s.

Visit www.choa.org/clickforkids to start fundraising today.

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highlights&happenings

Making a splash for autismIn March, supporters of Marcus Autism Center gathered at Georgia Aquarium for

The Big Splash 2011. The gala featured culinary creations from Wolfgang Puck,

special performers and a live auction. Attendees also were among the first to see the

aquarium’s new dolphin exhibit in a state-of-the art theater. The event raised more

than $600,000 for autism research and awareness.

The gala honored Billi and Bernie Marcus for their commitment to helping families

with children with autism and related disorders. Autism is the fastest growing

developmental disability in the U.S., affecting one in 110 children nationally—

and one in 98 in Georgia.

Visit www.marcus.org for more information.

Community experiences Children’s at Hughes spalding More than 150 people attended the Seeing is Believing Open House at Children’s

Healthcare of Atlanta at Hughes Spalding in March. The event allowed attendees to see the

new hospital and participate in family-friendly activities.

The open house featured group discussions about sports-related injuries, asthma and

exercise, healthy cooking demonstrations and a simulator that gave participants a hands-

on lesson in the dangers of texting while driving. Hope and Will, the Children’s mascots,

posed for pictures with guests, who also interacted with pediatric specialists and toured a

Children’s transport vehicle. Attendees also had the chance to meet former University of

Georgia football star D.J. Shockley.

Visit www.choa.org/hughesspalding for more information.

Fashion and fundraising come together for Children’sIn April, nearly 500 guests had the chance to support Children’s Healthcare

of Atlanta and see designer Ralph Lauren’s fall collection at the fourth annual

Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show presented by Saks Fifth Avenue and The

St. Regis Atlanta.

Eight Women of Style and Substance, chosen by the event’s Chairs —Ginny Brewer,

Liz Lazarus and Danielle Rollins —for their commitment to serving the community with

style and grace, walked the runway in Ralph Lauren apparel. The featured women

included Meg Arnold, Stephanie Blank, Merry Carlos, Marjorie Harvey, Lila Hertz,

Elizabeth Klump, Jackie Montag and Lovette Russell. The day before the fashion

show, Rollins and her husband, Glen, hosted a patron party at their home.

A popular annual event, the fashion show raised more than $165,000 for Children’s.

London Andes, Event Chair, with her husband, Jerry, and family and friends.

The Eight Women of Style and Substance pose with Cathie Wilson, General Manager and VP of Saks Fifth Avenue, and the chairs of the event.


Brookwood Hills transformations Home tour Brookwood Hills Friends Chairs Kellam Mattie and Caroline Wilbert organized the first ever

Transformations Tour of Homes, which featured designs by architect Stan Dixon and raised more than

$25,000 for Children’s.

a sizzling end to the summer The Summer Sizzle, a new event benefiting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, at

Summerour Studio in Atlanta. This event is sure to be one of the hottest parties in Atlanta, featuring live music, great

food and drinks and a special prize opportunity—all set against breathtaking views of Atlanta. Ticket prices start at

$125 a person. Visit www.choa.org/summersizzle for more information and to purchase tickets.

amongfriends

Fifth annual Derby Day During the past five years, Johns Creek Friends has hosted Derby Day, an event that has raised more

than $200,000 for Children’s. Event Chair Helen Blase, along with other committee members,

enjoyed the 2011 Derby Day, which featured an extensive silent auction, authentic Derby-style food

and beverages, and entertainment.

nine at night In May, Chastain Friends hosted the popular Nine at Night twilight golf tournament, which featured

glow-in-the-dark golf balls and special course lighting in a nine-hole, best-ball format. The evening

also included a special cocktail reception with music provided by a DJ, as well as a silent auction.

Friends end-of-year total Friends volunteers gathered at the annual Spring Celebration Luncheon in May to celebrate the

success of the 2010-2011 Friends fundraising year. Together Friends made a difference in the lives of

our patients by raising more than $2 million for Children’s.

a taste of the Highlands Drawing one of the largest crowds in Atlanta, InTown Friends celebrated the ninth annual A Taste of

the Highlands. Hundreds of guests enjoyed live music and sampled delicious cuisine and signature

drinks from neighborhood restaurants at John Howell Park in May.

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toby Wade Chapin Memorial Golf tournament Sunday, June 5, to Monday, June 6 Cheers for ChildrenSaturday, June 11www.fjcatlanta.org

six Flags Walk in the parkSunday, June 12www.walkintheparks.org

Countdown to KickoffFriday, July 15, to Saturday, July 16www.choa.org/countdown

atlanta tennis ChampionshipsSaturday, July 16, to Sunday, July 24

Miracle treat DayThursday, Aug. 11www.miracletreatday.com

tim Hudson atlanta Braves Celebrity-amSunday, Aug. 21, to Monday, Aug. 29www.choa.org/bravesgolf

Milton Friends Cocktail party Thursday, Aug. 25www.choa.org/rbmgala

the summer sizzle Friday, Aug. 26www.choa.org/summersizzle

Holiday Card sales begin September 2011www.choa.org/cards

Mclane Golf tournament Friday, Sept. 9

Miracle Jeans DayWednesday, Sept. 14www.miraclejeansday.com

Run for Your Heart Fun Run Saturday, Sept. 17www.choa.org/runforyourheart

Jazz and art from the Heart Saturday, Sept. 24www.choa.org/jazzandart

pulling for Kids sporting Clays tournament Thursday, Sept. 29www.marcus.org/events

Tune in to the AM 750 and NOW 95.5 FM News/Talk WSB Care-a-Thon Thursday, Aug. 11, and Friday, Aug. 12. The 11th annual broadcast hosted by Neal Boortz (at left), Scott Slade, Clark Howard and other News/Talk WSB talent, features patient stories and interviews, and raises money for the Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders Service of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Visit www.choa.org/careathon for more information.

Visit www.choa.org/events for information about these and all events supporting Children’s.

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