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Children’s Hospital Foundation of Richmond
S U M M E R 2014
Dear Friends,
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MISSION
Children’s Hospital
Foundation funds and
advocates for pediatric
initiatives that improve the
status of health care and the
quality of life for children in
our region.
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olunteers come in many shapes and forms as
you can see from the picture of our friends,
Alan Pollock and Daisy, who is a member of the
Dogs on Call program. As a team, Alan and Daisy
(who is, of course, Team Captain) bring much joy to
the children in our hospital as they walk the halls
in search of those who need a “paw” shake.
I wanted to give special recognition to volunteers
in this issue of Young at Heart because our
Chris Broughton-Spruill, President, Children’s Hospital Foundation,
enjoyed time in the rose garden at Children’s Hospital of
volunteers are always ready to help when a need
Richmond at VCU’s (CHoR) Brook Road Campus with Alan Pollock
arises. They are the heart of our organization and
and his therapy dog, Daisy. Daisy is a member of the Dogs on
Call program and has been visiting patients at CHoR and other
see their service as a way to make life better for
VCU Medical Center facilities for more than four years.
those they serve. Our patients receive the benefit
of the many hours our volunteers devote to their well-being every day.
As I write this letter, we are celebrating National Volunteer Week (April 6 – 12, 2014), and there are many
volunteers to celebrate at Children’s Hospital Foundation. Our Board of Directors and Senior and Junior Boards
all serve countless hours as volunteers. Community businesses such as Capital One, Direct Mail Solutions, Pfizer,
Genworth and Kohl’s support employees who choose to volunteer their time. There are also many individuals
within our community who volunteer on a regular basis to help in many different ways. As an example, I am so
pleased to congratulate Sara Watts, who just celebrated 20 years of volunteering in our office on a weekly basis.
On the cover:
As a member of Children’s Hospital Foundation’s
Families with Heart program, 12-year-old Kyla Roerty
attends special events and shares her experiences at
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU to help other
children receiving care at the hospital. Kyla, who has
cerebral palsy, has been receiving physical therapy at
the hospital for seven years. (Photo by Doug Buerlein)
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
So as you read this issue of Young at Heart, please keep in mind that everything we are able to accomplish
for the children we serve is made possible because you have chosen to volunteer your time or give of your
personal resources. Thank you for continuing to believe in us and in what we can all accomplish together as
a community with a clear and purposeful vision.
Please remember to keep Children’s Hospital Foundation in your hearts.
Sincerely,
PRESIDENT
Chris Broughton-Spruill
VICE PRESIDENT FOR
COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Stephanie Allan
VICE PRESIDENT FOR COMMUNICATIONS
Matthew E. K. Brady
Chris Broughton-Spruill
President, Children’s Hospital Foundation
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Jodi Gibson
VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH
COORDINATOR
Sarah Irby
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WRITER/EDITOR, Young at Heart
Alissa M. Poole
CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK
HOSPITALS
DIRECTOR
Rachel Bruni
PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Amy Dickstein
Young at Heart is published by and in
the interest of Children’s Hospital Foundation,
2924 Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia, 232201298, and is issued four times each year. For
more information on articles appearing in
Young at Heart, contact the Vice President for
Communications at 804-249-8633 or
at the above address.
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Look for the della Robbia
image throughout this
magazine to learn how
you can get involved
with Children’s Hospital
Foundation and make
a difference in the lives
of our children. For
many years, the della
Robbia has symbolized
the compassionate care
extended to so many
through the hospital
and supported by our
Foundation.
Children’s Stories
Sharing their
Experiences to
Help Others
Kyla Roerty plans to participate in Children’s Hospital Foundation’s
Walk/Run in September as a member of the Foundation’s Families with
Heart team. (Photo by Doug Buerlein)
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ach year, Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU (CHoR)
serves tens of thousands of patients and families in
Central Virginia. Children’s Hospital Foundation established
the Families with Heart program in 2013 to encourage CHoR
families to meet other hospital families, attend special events
and share their stories with others in the Central Virginia
community.
The Families with Heart program is currently supported by
a membership of 79 families who have participated in various
Foundation activities. Read on to learn more about these
families and why they choose to participate in the Families
with Heart program. To learn more about the program, visit
www.chfrichmond.org.
Kyla Roerty, 12
Diagnosed with cerebral palsy when she was 15 months old, Kyla
stays active through an archery program and drama classes at school
and by playing softball, snowboarding and surfing. Her physical
therapy at CHoR, which she began when she was five years old, has
helped Kyla develop many skills over the years, like riding a bike and
jumping rope. She also has completed several 5K runs with her mom,
Julee, and dad, Gerry.
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Over the years, Kyla and
her family have participated in
“THE MAIN REASON
a variety of Children’s Hospital
I CONTINUE TO STAY
Foundation publications and
INVOLVED WITH ACTIVITIES
events, including the Four
SUPPORTING THE HOSPITAL
Mile Walk/Run, Anthem
IS BECAUSE I WANT TO HELP
LemonAid (see page 14), and
AND DO SOMETHING GOOD
the Children’s Miracle Network
FOR OUR COMMUNITY,”
Hospitals Champions Program.
Kyla said.
As members of the Families
with Heart program, they
recently participated in the “Racing for a Miracle” program (see page 7).
“The main reason I continue to stay involved with activities supporting
the hospital is because I want to help and do something good for our
community,” Kyla said. “If I let the community know about the good the
hospital is doing for so many kids, the community will give love and
support back to the hospital. Another huge reason I’m so involved with the
hospital is because Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU has helped me
so much. Not only do I have the best physical therapist, but the hospital
has given me a chance to embrace my disability. I am able to leave my
worries of surgeries at home and come to therapy to work but have fun.
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Sharing Their Experiences to Help Others
“The final reason I stay involved,” she
continued, “is because the hospital has given
me a chance to speak for people who cannot
speak for themselves. With the experiences
at the hospital, I have met so many kids who
can’t speak for themselves. That gives me the
inspiration I need to get the message out there
to the community to ‘help kids be kids.’ I want
all kids with disabilities to know that they can
do anything. I also want them to know there is
someone out there who is speaking for them
and who understands everything they’re going
through. Thanks to so many people at the
hospital, I have been able to do things I have
always dreamed of.”
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prayers sent, and the care of a great medical staff,
provided strength to Dylan when he had little
of his own to help him survive,” India explained.
“He lived, and continues to thrive, against great
odds. That sort of miracle requires that we give
back in return. One way we’re doing so is by
supporting Children’s Hospital of Richmond at
VCU and Children’s Hospital Foundation in their
fundraising efforts. Dylan has a special sparkle
about him that draws attention and is a joy to
witness. Fortunately for us, Dylan loves being the
center of attention—any chance he gets to be in
front of a group is great fun for him!”
Megan Robertson, 13
Sydney Emery, 11
Dylan Eli Lipton-Lesser, 2
By the time she was 10 years old, Megan had
received open heart surgery, suffered a stroke
and been seen by multiple specialists at CHoR.
Megan has appeared in the Anthem LemonAid
television commercial, told her story at the
36 Hours for Kids Radiothon (pictured), and
even held a birthday party at the Foundation’s
annual Bowl-A-Thon.
“My journey with Children’s Hospital of
Richmond at VCU started ten years ago when I
had open-heart surgery to correct a congenital
heart defect,” Megan said. “My cardiologist, Dr.
Allen, has always made me feel like I am his
number one patient. All my doctors have gone
out of their way to make me feel comfortable
with my medical challenges. I wanted to help
children and their families going through a
medical journey of their own.
“I love giving back to Children’s Hospital.
I believe you are never too young to make
a difference. I have a voice and it needs to
be heard. My friends at Children’s Hospital
Foundation have welcomed me. They love
to include me in events to help educate the
community on the medical needs of children.
I believe I can make the difference in the life
of a child by volunteering, raising awareness,
fundraising, or just sharing my story.”
After breaking her arm at gymnastics practice
when she was 10 years old, Sydney was treated by
multiple specialists in CHoR’s Pediatric Emergency
Room. Since then, Sydney and her family have
participated in the Virginia Credit Union Assists
fundraising campaign (pictured) and are traveling
to Pennsylvania this summer for Giant Food
Stores’ 12th annual Our Kids Golf Tournament.
Dylan was born 11 weeks premature and battled “The people at Children’s Hospital of
Richmond at VCU were super friendly and
a dangerous bacterial infection during a 71-day
treated me well,” Sydney said. “I had to have
stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)
surgery and they did everything they could
at CHoR. After 15 brain surgeries to address
problems caused by his infection, which included to make me feel less scared. I want everyone
the permanent placement of two shunts to drain to know how great it is there so I help with
fundraising events as much as I can. Plus, it
excess cerebral spinal fluid, Dylan’s health is
stable. Dylan and his mothers, India and Shirley, makes me feel like I’m saying, ‘Thank you.’”
have shared their story at a number of events,
including Meadowbrook High School’s Dance
“MY CARDIOLOGIST, DR. ALLEN, HAS ALWAYS MADE ME FEEL LIKE I AM HIS
Marathon in May, the Children’s Miracle Network
NUMBER ONE PATIENT.” Megan Robertson, 13.
Hospitals’ kick off meeting for local Rite Aid
stores, and at a local Walmart raising funds for
the hospital, where Dylan was given an honorary
Join members of our Families with Heart program and register for the Four Mile Walk/Run at
employee name badge (pictured).
www.CHFRace.org. See page 14 for details.
“It’s our belief that all of the good vibes and
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Children’s Stories
Weight Loss Offers Unexpected
Benefits to Area Teen
Fenton (left) and
Hilton Gbolie and
Hafsatu Sesay
(right) began
taking family
walks three or
four times a
week after Hilton
enrolled in the
TEENS program
at CHoR’s Healthy
Lifestyles Center in
August 2012.
(Photo by Doug Buerlein)
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TEENS program, an acronym for Teaching, Encouragement, Exercise,
efore he enrolled in the Healthy Lifestyles Center’s TEENS
Nutrition and Support. The six-month program is a multidisciplinary weight
Weight Management program at Children’s Hospital of
management program that provides medical screenings, exercise routines,
Richmond at VCU (CHoR), 17-year-old Hilton Gbolie lacked
family support and nutritional education to families of obese teens. Hilton
self-esteem and was clinically obese as a result of his lifestyle
began 60-minute exercise sessions three times a week at the HLC’s gym
and medication he took to control his autism-related anger and
on Parham Road, received nutritional counseling and attended meetings
aggression. During times when his aggression peaked, Hilton often
twice a month with other boys to learn about goal setting, self-monitoring,
complained about his weight and hurt himself and his surroundings.
coping skills and identifying emotional triggers related to eating. Fenton and
Two years ago, while trying to access additional mental health
his fiancée, Hafsatu Sesay, also were included in the
services for his son, Hilton’s father, Fenton,
program, attending family support groups focusing
learned about CHoR’s Healthy Lifestyles
“KIDS WHO ARE MOST SUCCESSFUL
on parenting styles, role modeling and successful
Center (HLC) when a physician advised
AT LOSING WEIGHT HAVE FAMILIES
environmental changes. Hilton’s older brother,
him to get help with Hilton’s weight.
WHO MAKE LIFESTYLE HEALTH
Brandon, helped by driving Hilton to TEENS sessions.
The HLC, the first of its kind in
BEHAVIOR CHANGES TOGETHER,”
“Kids who are most successful at losing weight have
Central Virginia, was established to
said Carrie Tully, M.S., health
families who make lifestyle health behavior changes
combat the problem of childhood
psychology resident.
together,” said Carrie Tully, M.S., health psychology
obesity and serves as a single entry
resident, HLC. “We work with the parents to change the
point to CHoR’s comprehensive weight
environment
to
set
the
child up for success.”
management services. Following a complete medical evaluation, the
Fenton, Hafsatu and Hilton began taking three-mile walks three or four
multidisciplinary HLC care team, which includes pediatric specialists,
times a week to supplement Hilton’s weekday cardiovascular and resistance
dietitians, exercise physiologists, and health psychologists, partners
training gym workouts. Hilton also began eating more homemade meals, fruits
with families to develop a complete, family-based treatment plan,
and vegetables. As his weight dropped, Fenton said Hilton gained self-esteem
which may include referrals to other CHoR specialists or participation
and stopped having aggressive outbursts. Eighteen months after starting
in one of the HLC’s seven research studies, including the TEENS
the program, Hilton, a high school junior, has lost 78 pounds, speaks more
program. In addition to supporting the HLC with $479,500 in proceeds
confidently, has reduced his autism medication dosage and enjoys the routine of
from the 2012 and 2013 Children’s Hospital Foundation (CHF) Balls
his workouts.
organized by the Junior Board, CHF has committed $782,048 over
“Hilton had a great attitude,” said Carrie. “At the start of TEENS, he
three years to fund the HLC and its programs.
walked at a moderate pace on the treadmill. At the end he was jogging two
“When Hilton entered the TEENS program, he weighed 288
or more miles every day.”
pounds,” Fenton said. “He was eating a lot of canned, packaged and
“The TEENS program was excellent,” said Fenton, who has also
fast foods and drinking sodas and sweet juice.”
benefitted from healthier lifestyle changes. “I like to say if I hit the lottery I
In August 2012, Hilton began working with HLC staff to develop
will invest in the Healthy Lifestyles Center.”
an exercise and nutrition plan and in January 2013, joined the
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Banking Support for the Future
Giving Back
As part of Franklin Federal Savings Bank’s 80th anniversary,
the local bank’s eight Richmond-area branches are partnering
with area non-profits this year to provide financial and volunteer
support through its new “Pillars of Our Community” initiative.
Employees from the bank’s Village Branch are supporting
Children’s Hospital Foundation with a $5,000 donation,
volunteer support, and event participation including sponsoring
three teams at the Foundation’s 20th annual Bowl-A-Thon and Battle of the
Banks in February.
“We saw the great things Children’s Hospital Foundation does,” said
Ellen Shaffer, Village Branch Manager, of her team’s reason for selecting
the Foundation as its partner charity. “Our goal is to give money and
be actively involved with the organization through volunteering and
promoting the charity in our branch.”
Ellen said the branch’s five employees hope to support the Foundation
by volunteering at other events, fulfilling items on the Foundation’s wish list
and involving bank customers in their efforts.
“Franklin Federal is very involved in the community,” Ellen said. “Our
employees have been excited to partner with Children’s Hospital
Foundation and are looking forward to finding ways to help.”
Franklin Federal employees, pictured (l-r), Lorie Richardson, Customer Service; Ellen
Shaffer, Village Branch; Warren Morgan, Village Branch; and Kristen Fers, Ironbridge
Branch, entered three teams in Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Bowl-A-Thon in
February.
For information about how your company or organization can help Children’s Hospital Foundation, contact Stephanie Allan at sallan@chfrichmond.org or
804-228-5827.
Genworth Volunteer of the Year Honors Hospital Patient
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hen Linda Hall, a Marketing Specialist at Genworth, was
told she was being awarded the Genworth Compass Award
as “Volunteer of the Year,” she wasn’t just excited about the trip to
Vancouver she would be taking with the other award winners. She
was most excited about the opportunity to select a charity that
Linda Hall (left), volunteered with a fellow Genworth associate, Pamela Deininger,
in February for the FeedMore Backpack Program. Linda was recognized by
Genworth as Volunteer of the Year for her efforts and directed the monetary
award to Children’s Hospital Foundation.
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would receive a $2,500 grant from the Genworth Foundation.
Linda chose to designate the award to Children’s Hospital
Foundation in honor of Lilly Anne Keo, a family friend’s daughter who
is receiving treatment in the Feeding Program at Children’s Hospital
of Richmond at VCU.
“As a new mother, I am so thankful that my son is healthy, and I
can’t imagine having a child going through difficult health issues,”
Linda said. “Being able to select a charity that helps my friend’s family
makes me feel good. I was so pleased to be able to donate to a hospital
that is currently helping Lilly.”
The Compass Award is the highest individual honor at Genworth.
It recognizes top performers worldwide while the Volunteer of the
Year designation is given to a single associate in recognition of his
or her dedication not only to volunteering in the community but
championing and leading volunteer efforts across the company.
Linda’s volunteer efforts in 2013 included leading the Genworth
Volunteer Council and Global Month of Service, while also personally
volunteering with the Special Olympics, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and
Homeward.
“Genworth is a great organization to work for,” Linda continued.
“They allow us the opportunity to volunteer for a number of different
causes, and they really encourage associates to reach out and give
back to their community. It’s very rewarding for employees.”
MAKING MIRACLES
Children’s Miracle
Network Hospitals
Children’s Miracle Network (CMN)
Hospitals works in Central Virginia
with Children’s Hospital Foundation
to support Children’s Hospital of
Richmond at VCU (CHoR).
On the Move for a Good Cause
Marcos Ambrose and the No. 9 STANLEY team visited Children’s Hospital of
Richmond at VCU (CHoR) as part of the “Racing for a Miracle” program in
April. Created by STANLEY, the Ace Hardware Foundation, and CMN Hospitals,
“Racing for a Miracle” is a multi-faceted program that benefits sick and
injured children by raising funds for the hospitals that provide their care.
Central Virginia’s CMN Hospital, CHoR, was selected as the beneficiary of the
program this year. STANLEY and the Ace Hardware Foundation also presented
a $33,000 donation to CMN Hospitals to benefit CHoR.
1 Drivers (pictured left to right) Aric Almirola, Marcos
Ambrose, and Richard Petty joined an honorary
pit crew of patients from CHoR—Jeremy Gammon,
14, Matthew McMillen, 13, Kyla Roerty, 12, and
Justin Gammon, 18—to unveil a special paint
scheme on the No. 9 Ford Fusion that Marcos
drove during the Richmond race. The car featured
the names of the honorary pit crew members as
well as one child from each state in the country
who has been a patient at a CMN Hospital.
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2 Marcos Ambrose visited with Iceis, 12, a resident
of CHoR’s long-term care unit. Marcos showed his
car and delivered goody bags to children during
his visit to the hospital.
3 Isaac and Chase Brightwell, along with dozens of
other hospital patients, signed their names on a hood
replica at the hospital festival.
4 Kevin Wing, Jackman for the No. 9 Team, showed
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hospital patient Jeremiah Thomas, 2, how to work
the car jack during a carnival at CHoR’s Brook
Road Campus the Thursday before the race. The
No. 9 Team and STANLEY representatives brought
fun and games to the patients at the hospital and
also performed several live pit stop demonstrations
for patients and guests.
Thanks to our Donors
Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals
recently received the following donations, raised
through the sale of CMN Hospitals Miracle
Balloon icons and from other events:
• Martin’s - $101,000
• Ace Hardware - $66,997
• Wawa - $8,560
• The Compass Group - $2,814
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Making a Difference
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Funds raised by Children’s Hospital Foundation stay right here in Central Virginia to benefit local children. The
Foundation provides support for the programs and services of Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU (CHoR)
and the tens of thousands of children it serves each year. During the last three years, the Foundation has provided
more than $26 million in gifts and pledges to develop medical programs, recruit pediatric specialists, provide new
equipment, and renovate facilities.
Foundation Funding Fills Critical Need in Craniofacial Care
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s the Program Coordinator for the Center for Craniofacial
Care at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU (CHoR),
Ruth Trivelpiece, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, works with 15 pediatric
specialists to provide comprehensive care to children
with cleft, craniofacial and vascular malformations. Treatment, which
often begins at birth and continues into early adulthood, may include
surgeries, therapies and orthodontic services.
“Orthodontic treatment is a vital, critical component in the scope of
our care,” said Ruth. “However orthodontic care is not always covered by
private insurance, and some of our families couldn’t come up with the
money to pay for the care. We realized we had a great treatment plan,
but families weren’t following through with orthodontic care because
they couldn’t afford it.”
In 2011, Jennifer L. Rhodes, MD, FACS, FAAP, Director, Center
for Craniofacial Care and Virginia’s only full-time craniofacial and
pediatric plastic surgeon, submitted a grant request to Children’s
Hospital Foundation, which included $100,000 over five years to provide
orthodontic scholarships to Center patients. (The Foundation also
awarded an additional $577,250 over five years to fund the Center.)
Through a partnership with the Orthodontic Program at VCU, Center
for Craniofacial Care patients can receive orthodontic treatment for
a set $4,000 fee, and scholarships are available to cover those without
insurance or any charges not covered by insurance. Since 2011, 10
scholarships have been awarded to cover orthodontic treatment.
For Felice Hall, whose 7-year-old son Michael received a $4,000
scholarship, the funds were “a blessing.” Michael, who was born with
bilateral cleft lip and palate, has had two surgeries at CHoR and recently
received a palate expander, the first step of his multi-phase orthodontic
treatment.
“We would have figured out a way to pay for Michael’s treatment,”
said Felice, “but it would have been a hardship. The scholarship was a
great surprise.”
Ruth, who has worked with craniofacial patients for 30 years, said
the Center for Craniofacial Care follows approximately 1,000 patients
a year through clinics at CHoR’s Brook Road ( for children under age
6) and MCV Campuses. She said the Center’s scholarship program is
unique and is possible because of the partnership between a “hospitalbased program and a dental school associated with a university.”
“Our families are ecstatic about the scholarship program,” said
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Michael Hall, 7, proudly showed off his medal for sportsmanship after his i9 Sports
soccer game last fall in Chesterfield. Michael was the recipient of a scholarship from
Children’s Hospital Foundation that covered orthodontic work related to correcting his
bilateral cleft lip and palate.
Ruth. “Children with special needs have many different issues, and the
orthodontic component is a chunk of time and money. Our scholarships
allow them to follow the full scope of treatment for the best possible
outcome for their child and allow us to address the full needs of the patient.”
Michael enjoys his time at the craniofacial clinic so much that Felice
said “he loves going to the doctor and wants to be a doctor when he
grows up. They make it such a good experience for the kids. I can’t say
enough about all they’ve done for us.”
Community Outreach Year
in Review
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n addition to supporting Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, Children’s Hospital Foundation supports
a variety of pediatric initiatives and outreach programs for the general community, such as a Bike Safety
Program, Health and Safety Days, and a regional Dental Outreach Program. Every year, these programs
educate thousands of young children and give them the tools and knowledge to lead safe and healthy lives.
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Bike Safety
1 bike safety video presentation reminded children to wear helmets to
protect their brains so they can continue doing fun things like smelling
pepperoni pizza schools in Richmond City received Bike Safety Month
instruction in May
volunteers from the Kiwanis Club of Richmond
visited the schools and helped fit children with helmets
free bike
helmets given to second graders as part of the program
donation from the Kiwanis Club of Richmond funded the program
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$2,000
Health and Safety Days
2 outdoor events in Richmond focused on health and safety topics 42
buses brought1,200 children from local schools and day cares 50
community partners shared interactive, educational displays, including
Smokey Bear, bomb squads, fire departments from Richmond,
Henrico and Chesterfield, mounted police squad horses, police
motorcycles, and
healthy snacks and drinks donated by Walmart
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Kohl’s Dental Outreach
1 Tooth Fairy (Margaret Snellings, Dental Hygienist, Dentistry@VCU) taught
local children about the importance of dental health 10 volunteers from
Kohl’s helped assemble dental outreach program kits in August 837 firstgraders at 10 schools in Richmond City received in-school instruction from
Children’s Hospital Foundation during National Children’s Dental Health
Month in February
first-graders at
schools in Richmond
and the surrounding counties received dental health materials, including a
toothbrush, toothpaste and activity book
donation from Kohl’s
Department Stores funded the program and purchased event materials
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Local Celebrities Dance the Night Away
Organized by the MCV Hospitals Auxiliary, the Fourth Annual Dancing with the Richmond Stars raised
$100,257 for Children’s Hospital Foundation to benefit children’s mental health services at Children’s
Hospital of Richmond at VCU (see page 11). The March 14th event was held at the W.E. Singleton
Center for the Performing Arts at VCU and featured 10 local celebrities in a live dance competition.
1 Ten local celebrities and business
leaders trained with professional
partners from Rigby’s Jig for
several months leading up to the
performance.
2 Susan Adolf, Vice President (Retired),
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INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Grand Prize Winner & Most Spirited – Susan Adolf, Vice President (Retired), Saxon Shoes
People’s Choice Award Winner & Fanciest Footwork – Rick Bridgforth, Hairdresser, Florist, Grandiflora
Most Entertaining – Jack Burke, Realtor
Most Colorful – Teresa Cable, Community Volunteer
Most Dramatic – Juan Conde, News Anchor, WRIC TV-8
Most Amazing Move – Mary Carter Dabney, BSN, RN, Lead Nurse, Henrico County Juvenile Detention Home
Most Stylish – Roman Gunn, BSN, RN, CCRN, Flight Nurse, VCU Emergency Aviation, LifeEvac Virginia
Most Graceful – Gail W. Johnson, RN, MS, President/CEO, Rainbow Station, Inc.
Best Costume – Jacqueline Jones, Actress, Director
Most Athletic – John Vetrovec, Associate VP – Investments, Certified Financial Planner, Davenport & Company, LLC
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Saxon Shoes, took home the grand
prize for her performance of an
East Coast Swing with professional
partner Angel Rodriguez.
3 Rick Bridgforth, Hairdresser, Florist,
Grandiflora, was the recipient of
the People’s Choice Award for his
performance of an Argentine Tango
with pro Nicole Libby. The third-annual
award was dedicated to the memory
of Russ Palmore, a dancer in the 2011
event who passed away a few weeks
after the show.
4 Juan Conde, News Anchor, WRIC
TV-8, won the Most Dramatic award
for his performance of an American
Tango with professional partner
Sarah Warnick.
5 Lewis Cable, President, C&C Electrical
Services, Inc., enjoyed the postshow Celebration with Charlotte
Roberts, event co-chair. C&C Electrical
Services, Inc. was the presenting
sponsor for the third consecutive year.
Photos by Kelly Kinsey Photography
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Children Help Make Change for Children
Community
Students from Henrico County’s Tuckahoe Middle School
supported Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Change for
Children campaign in March by raising awareness and
funds through a fun walk and coin collection activity. As
part of the Student Council Association’s (SCA) monthly
community service initiative, students,
faculty and staff support more
than 10 different community organizations
throughout the year.
“We choose projects that affect students
personally,” said Kathleen Stansbury, SCA cosponsor. “We have a lot of students who receive services from Children’s
Hospital of Richmond at VCU so we thought this was a great opportunity
to show support for the local community.”
On March 26, Tuckahoe’s 1,000 students participated in a walk
around campus to promote fitness and raise awareness of the local
children who receive CHoR’s services. Students also collected nearly
Students from a journalism class at Tuckahoe Middle School (above), assisted the Student
Council Association by collecting spare change from students and staff as part of the school’s
participation in Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Change for Children campaign in March.
Kathleen Stansbury watched her daughter Grace practice standing while developing her
fine motor skills with stacking rings during her therapy appointment at CHoR’s Glen Allen
Therapy Center this spring.
$170 in spare change to support the Change for Children campaign,
which is sponsored by the Senior Board of Children’s Hospital
Foundation. Students in sixth, seventh and eighth grade competed to
raise the most money with the eighth graders winning a class treat.
The school’s support of CHoR has special meaning for Kathleen,
whose 20-month-old daughter Grace has Down Syndrome and has
been receiving speech, occupational and physical therapy at CHoR
since last fall. Grace also is a patient in the hospital’s Feeding Clinic.
“Grace is a very active little girl,” said Kathleen. “She loves to
sign with her speech therapist, and her favorite sign is ‘all done.’ Her
therapies have probably helped us more than her. They give us as
parents information and knowledge to help Grace learn and grow.”
For information about how your school or organization can support the Change for Children Campaign to help Children’s Hospital Foundation, contact
Stephanie Allan at sallan@chfrichmond.org or 804-228-5827.
VIRGINIA TREATMENT CENTER FOR CHILDREN
Proceeds from the 2014 Dancing with the Richmond Stars will benefit the Virginia Treatment Center for Children (VTCC),
which is the pediatric division of VCU Medical Center’s Department of Psychiatry and one element of the comprehensive
services offered by Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU.
The VTCC has a three-part mission to provide clinical care through:
• inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with a wide array of behavioral health issues, and their families;
• research to create better ways to prevent and treat mental and emotional disorders; and
• training tomorrow’s mental health professionals—psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and psychiatric nurses.
Through funding from the General Assembly, a new facility for VTCC will be built on the Brook Road Campus of Children’s Hospital
of Richmond at VCU. This will be a state-of-the-art facility promoting treatment and wellness, including a 32-bed inpatient psychiatric
service, outpatient clinics, the Commonwealth Institute for Child and Family Studies and the Children’s Mental Health Resource Center.
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Bowl-A-Thon Breaks Records in 20th Year
Children’s Hospital Foundation’s 20th Anniversary Bowl-A-Thon brought a record number of teams to AMF Shrader Lanes in February. The event
raised more than $14,000 through team registrations, participant fundraising, and sponsorships from the Parrot Head Club of Richmond, VCU
Center for Sports Leadership, and Paralyzed Veterans of America – Mid Atlantic Chapter. Thirty-five teams of five bowlers each played three games
and competed for top scoring and top fundraising awards.
1 Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU patients, including
12-year-old Kyla Roerty (pictured second from right with
some of her friends), participated in the event as members
of the Foundation’s “Families with Heart” program, which
organizes special opportunities throughout the year for
people who have been helped by the hospital to give back
and share their stories.
2 The team from Direct Mail Solutions (DMS) was the top
scoring regular team with a total of 2,193 pins over all
three games. DMS has participated in the Bowl-A-Thon
for the past six consecutive years.
3 Union First Market Bank organized two teams to compete
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in the Battle of the Banks segment of the Bowl-A-Thon and
was the top fundraising bank team with a grand total of
$870. The team from Hill Phoenix (not pictured) was the top
fundraising general team with a grand total of $3,138.
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Children’s Hospital Foundation recently received gifts from the following:
• Mary Covey Fund - $13,000
• Elis Olsson Memorial Foundation - $10,000
• Capital District Kiwanis Foundation - $3,264 to support
the Kiwanis Family Care Center at CHoR’s MCV Campus
• Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Trattoria - $2,000 raised during
the restaurant’s grand opening
• Bass Pro Shops and the Virginia Bass Federation $1,595 raised from a bass fishing tournament
• County of Henrico - $1,314
• Elite Fence, Inc. - $1,200 in honor of Scott and Mary Wray and
Gary B. Schworm
• Loyal Order of Moose Manchester-Richmond Lodge - $1,000
Children’s Hospital Foundation recently received the following estate gifts:
• Ralph Fox - $200,000
• Dorothy A. Newman - $170,000
• Elizabeth P. Christian - $86,735
• Marguerite H. Carlisle - $14,436
snapshots
Volunteers from Phi Mu Fraternity at VCU visited with Jerziah Moore (center), 17, and
other patients from the Transitional Care Unit at CHoR’s Brook Road Campus during the
hospital’s annual Spring Celebration. The Teeny Tiny Farm brought its traveling petting
zoo, including rabbits, horses, baby pigs, goats, and an alpaca, to the April event.
Kyle Jenkins (center), 14, and his older brother Kraig (left) had fun watching new and
classic Corvettes deliver stuffed bunnies to patients at CHoR’s Brook Road Campus at
the 18th Annual Bunny Run. The event was organized by Cecile Custer (standing) and
sponsored by the Corvette Club of Richmond.
Sarah Irby (back row, far left), Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator,
Children’s Hospital Foundation, provided tours of Children’s Hospital of Richmond at
VCU’s Brook Road Campus during the Foundation’s Volunteer Reception in April. More
than 20 hospital and event volunteers, including those pictured from Capital One,
LaSertoma and Pfizer, attended the evening event, which featured an ice cream bar
and was held during National Volunteer Week.
Volunteers from Richmond-area and Williamsburg Kohl’s Department Stores visited CHoR’s
Brook Road Campus to plant flowers in celebration of Earth Day in April. Kohl’s associates
also participated in a wagon decorating contest, which was won by associates from the
Midlothian store including (l-r) Nancy Hancock, Karen Loewen, Laura Hill, and Susie Willis.
As part of the Associates in Action program, Kohl’s also awarded Children’s Hospital
Foundation a $9,000 grant, representing $1,500 for each of the six participating stores.
Members of the Senior Board of
Children’s Hospital Foundation
toured CHoR’s MCV Campus in
April and enjoyed spending time
in the Children’s Garden, a rooftop
play deck. The Senior Board
organizes several fundraisers
throughout the year, including the
Change for Children Campaign
and the Children Fore Children Golf
Tournament in May.
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Family Fun & More
calendarof events
Visit www.chfrichmond.org for the
most up-to-date event information.
All events benefit Children’s Hospital Foundation.
FRIDAY, JULY 18 – SUNDAY, JULY 20
Host a lemonade stand this July and stir
up a cure for children in your community.
Participation is free, and we provide you with a
kit of all necessary materials. All you have to do
is pick a spot to host your stand and distribute
cups of lemonade in exchange for donations.
As always, all funds raised will support the
Hematology and Oncology Clinic at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU.
Sign up today to host a stand in front of a Walmart, Sam’s Club, Panera
Bread, Kroger, or a place of your choosing. Registration is now open at
www.anthemlemonaid.com.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
Children’s Hospital Foundation Four
Mile Walk/Run
Be a superhero for kids at the Third Annual
Children’s Hospital Foundation Four Mile Walk/
Run presented by American Family Fitness.
Walkers and runners of all ages are invited to
participate in the four mile course, and the
Superkid Adventure Obstacle Course provides
a special challenge for children between the ages of 5 and 10. A post-race breakfast, kids’
activities, costume contest, music and more will immediately follow the race.
Start times are 8:30 a.m. for the obstacle course and 9:00 a.m. for the walk/run.
Registration for the obstacle course is $10 on or before September 5 or $15 after. For
the Four Mile Walk/Run, registration is $25 on or before September 5 or $35 after.
Race course begins and
ends at Children’s Hospital of
Richmond at VCU, Brook Road
Campus, 2924 Brook Road,
Richmond. Register today at
www.CHFRace.org. Contact
Stephanie Allan at 804-228-5827
or sallan@chfrichmond.org for
more information including
sponsorship opportunities.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Baskin-Robbins Icon Fundraiser
June 1-30
Stop by Baskin-Robbins on Forest Hill Avenue through
June 30 and support Children’s Hospital Foundation by
purchasing a $1 Foundation icon. 6940 Forest Hill Avenue,
Richmond.
India K’ Raja Fundraiser
July 10, August 10
Enjoy classic Indian
cuisine at India K’
Raja on one of these
days, and 10% of
your purchase will be
donated to Children’s
Hospital Foundation. Open for lunch and dinner. 9051-5 West
Broad Street, Richmond. www.indiakraja.com.
FAACV Golf Tournament
Saturday, July 19
Join the Filipino-American Association of Central Virginia
for a golf tournament benefiting Children’s Hospital
Foundation. Registration fee is $100/person and includes
lunch. Shot gun start at 9 a.m. The Traditions Golf Club
at Brickshire, 5520 Virginia Park Drive, Providence Forge.
www.chfrichmond.org.
Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day
Thursday, August 14
Enjoy a Blizzard from a local
participating Dairy Queen, and
at least $1 per Blizzard will be
donated to Children’s Miracle
Network Hospitals. Place your
office orders the day before so you
don’t miss this tasty treat. Visit
www.chfrichmond.org for a list of participating locations.
SWEETFROG CELEBRATES SUMMER
Golf Tournament Monday, June 30
The Monroe Park sweetFrog is organizing a four-person, captain’s choice golf tournament to
benefit Children’s Hospital Foundation. Entry fee is $100/person and includes green fees, cart,
access to range and putting green prior to tee-off, and food following the tournament. Noon.
Brandermill Country Club, 3700 Brandermill Pkwy, Midlothian. Contact Daniel Hughes at 804-787-3722.
Spirit Day Thursday, July 10
Enjoy a sweet treat at any participating sweetFrog location on July 10, and 20% of your purchase will be donated to Children’s Hospital
Foundation (CHF). Mention CHF when you check-out to make sure your purchase counts toward the fundraiser. For a list of participating
locations, visit www.chfrichmond.org.
Stars on the Water
Friday, August 22 – Saturday,
August 23
Jimmy Buffet fans, tropically-minded Virginians, and just plain
fun folks should mark their calendars for the 20th Annual Stars
on the Water weekend party, presented by the Parrot Head Club
of Richmond. The event features tropical rock entertainment,
games, and great raffle and auction prizes. Clarion Hotel, 3207
North Boulevard, Richmond. www.phcor.com.
Miracle Jeans Day
Wednesday, September 17
Wear jeans and help kids! Whether you are an office, group
or individual, you can participate by making a donation to
wear jeans on Miracle Jeans Day, or on your own special
day. Visit www.miraclejeansday.com to register.
save the date
Extra Life Tournament Saturday, October 25
Play Angry Birds on your iPhone, Candy Crush on Facebook or the latest PS4 game—it
all counts in this 24-hour gaming marathon benefiting Children’s Miracle Network
Hospitals. Ask friends and family to support you for as little as $1/hour and raise funds
to help kids. www.extra-life.org.
Children’s Hospital Foundation Ball Friday, Nov. 7
Organized by the Junior Board of Children’s Hospital Foundation with presenting
sponsor Davenport & Company LLC, the 51st Annual Children’s Hospital Foundation
Ball will feature an “Evening in the Garden” theme. www.chfball.org.
Aireco’s Foolish Open
Golf Tournament
Thursday, September 18
Register your foursome (or sign up as an individual) for
this captain’s choice tournament where the golfer with the
highest score is the winner. $600 registration fee includes
golf for four, acknowledgement of your company or name on
a “Miracle Sponsor” sign and lunch after the event. 9 a.m. tee
off. The Brookwoods Golf Club, 7325 Club Drive, Quinton.
Contact Nancy McDaniel at 804-359-2468.
Buy a Children’s
Miracle Network
Miracle Balloon and
Help Our Partners
Help Local Kids
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Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU patient Nile Price (second from right), 17, helped kick off
the Food Lion campaign for Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals in May along with some
special guests. Pictured with Nile (l-r) are Ron Hoffman, District Manager – Richmond, Kellogg’s;
Sheila Edwards, Market Sales Manager, Delhaize Group; Tony the Tiger; Amy Dickstein, Programs
Coordinator, CMN Hospitals; and Rachel Bruni, Director, CMN Hospitals. The Food Lion campaign ran
from April 30 to May 27.
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Chico’s / White House Black Market / Soma Intimates – May 1 – June 30
Dairy Queen – June 1 – August 14
• Marriott – June 1 – August 31
• Martin’s – June 23 – July 7
• Ace Hardware – July 1 – 31
• RE/MAX’s Month of Miracles – August 1 – 31
• Love’s Travel Stops – August 25 – September 30
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BE A SUPERHERO FOR KIDS
Join Children’s Hospital Foundation
for our Four Mile Walk/Run
presented by American Family
Fitness, and be a superhero for kids.
The scenic race course is perfect for
walkers and runners of all levels.
Children between the ages of 5 and
10 can also enjoy a special challenge
with the Superkid Adventure
Obstacle Course. Registration is now
open at www.chfrace.org.
See page 14 for full details.
Megan and Heather Robertson (pictured) enjoyed walking in the 2013 Walk/Run event. Megan, 14, (left) is a patient at
CHoR and a member of the Families with Heart program, which gives families who have been helped by the hospital the
opportunity to come to special events and share their stories (see page 3 for more information).