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A South Carolina automotive founder just handed a children's hospital a million-dollar gift that will help countless families afford critical care. The Bill McDaniels Foundation continues its mission of supporting children and families across the state.
An Ohio car dealership just handed over $55,000 to local charities, proving that buying a car can change lives. Through customer purchases, Boardman Subaru funded 115,000 meals and critical care for sick kids.
A breakthrough medication could become the first FDA-approved treatment designed specifically for children with Tourette syndrome, reducing tics by 50% without the harsh side effects of current drugs. After a successful Phase III trial across 77 sites, the drug ecopipam is heading for FDA review.
A specialized 120-bed children's hospital in Ghana stands fully built and equipped, waiting only for staff assignments to begin serving young patients. The World Bank is pushing Ghana's government to complete final steps so families can access the $10.15 million facility built during the pandemic.
A new Dunkin' in Harlem, Georgia is celebrating its grand opening by donating $20,000 to help a therapy dog comfort sick children at a local hospital. The first 100 customers also score free coffee for 100 days.
England footballer Dan Burn donated money to create a cheerful gaming room at his hometown hospital, helping anxious children relax during medical appointments. The Newcastle United defender personally visited to meet families and sign the colorful space he made possible.
Seven years after doctors discovered a brain tumor instead of a concussion, Tucker Davis threw out the first pitch at Harbor Park to a standing ovation. The Norfolk celebration also honored the hospital that saved his life.
Tucker Davis didn't just throw the first pitch at Harbor Park. The 12-year-old cancer survivor watched an entire baseball team take the field wearing jerseys he designed.
Son Ho-jun, a popular Korean actor, donated 10 million won (roughly $7,500) to support families with seriously ill children through McDonald's annual charity walk. The donation will help build Korea's first Ronald McDonald House in the Seoul area.
A new drive-thru coffee shop in Huber Heights donated $13,000 to Dayton Children's Hospital during its opening weekend. The store also created 50 new jobs for the community.
Volunteer therapy dogs are providing emotional support to young patients and their families at Phoenix Children's Hospital. The four-legged visitors help ease anxiety and bring moments of joy during difficult hospital stays.
When most kids get a Make-A-Wish, they dream big for themselves. A Tennessee 12-year-old chose to brighten the days of other children fighting cancer instead.
Two children at BC Children's Hospital became the first in Canada to receive a treatment that can delay type 1 diabetes by about two years. This marks a historic shift from just managing the disease to actually changing its course.
A four-year-old Australian boy has become the first child in the country to receive a revolutionary gene therapy for Epidermolysis Bullosa, a devastating condition that causes skin to blister at the slightest touch. The treatment is helping his body produce the critical protein his skin has been missing since birth.
A Nashville cancer survivor chose to donate LEGO sets to hospitalized children instead of taking a dream trip. His selfless wish inspired over 500 additional donations for young patients.
When Ollie Faircloth beat cancer, he used his Make-A-Wish to buy LEGO sets for kids still fighting at his hospital. His selfless choice sparked a community movement that delivered over 500 sets to young patients.
A young Yankees fan in Boston Children's Hospital got surprise visits from his favorite team's players while waiting for a life-saving heart transplant. The 7-year-old's pinstriped pride in Red Sox territory caught the team's attention on social media.
When cancer survivor Ollie Faircloth got his Make-A-Wish, he didn't ask for a trip or toys for himself. Instead, the 12-year-old requested LEGO sets for other kids battling illness at the hospital where he was treated.
When Make-A-Wish asked Ollie Faircloth what he wanted, the 12-year-old cancer survivor chose to buy LEGO sets for kids still fighting at the hospital where he was treated. His selfless wish sparked a community movement that delivered 514 LEGO sets to young patients.
Country star Luke Combs turned his love of sports cards into $150,000 for a children's specialty hospital. His "Packs with Purpose" live streams on eBay are proving charity can be fun, engaging, and life-changing.
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