Extra Life is a Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) fundraising program that provides game-loving locals a fun way to support The Children's Hospital of San Antonio, your local CMNH member. Local gamers of all levels and from all categories — console, mobile, PC, table top, etc. — are invited to game for a cause on... Continue Reading →
As first-time parents, Holly and Keith were thrilled to welcome their beautiful baby girl, Maddie, in August 2016. Maddie’s first few months of life seemed to be completely normal. She was growing, eating, sleeping, and learning. In December 2016, Maddie was taken for a routine check-up. Her pediatrician noted that she was underweight, weighing only... Continue Reading →
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Finding out that your child has cancer can be terrifying, stressful, and life-altering. That is why our cancer team at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio works with patient families to plan a personalized course of treatment, and offers advanced, comprehensive cancer care that is close to home and focused... Continue Reading →
The Children's Hospital Trail Ride (CHTR) has been a dedicated supporter of The Children's Hospital of San Antonio for nearly three decades. This month, they wrapped up their 29th year of serving the Hospital. Every year, volunteers host family-fun events including team roping, a 17-mile trail ride via horseback or hay ride, BBQ Cook-Off, a dance,... Continue Reading →
Thanks to the support of community partners and generous donors, like you, The Children's Hospital of San Antonio provides high-quality care for patients and their families, regardless of their ability to pay. This April, our dedicated partners at Corner Store CST Brands, Stripes convenience stores, and Chico's FAS, Inc. will kick off their campaigns to raise... Continue Reading →
When families receive the unexpected news that their child requires hospitalization, their lives and routines are quickly turned upside down. Spending days, weeks, and months in the hospital causes a loss of normalcy for patients and their families, but The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio strives to make the experience as comfortable as possible. Jana... Continue Reading →
On Saturday, November 5th, thousands of Extra Life gamers across the nation played table top and video games for 24 hours straight for a good cause. Throughout the day, participants from the Extra Life San Antonio Guild worked together to raise funds for The Children's Hospital of San Antonio, the only Children's Miracle Network Hospitals member... Continue Reading →
Extra Life Game Day is a 24-hour gaming marathon that raises funds to save kids' lives. Local participants pledge to play games and heal kids by raising funds for The Children's Hospital of San Antonio, your local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals member. With the help of the Extra Life San Antonio Guild, RackerGamers, and other... Continue Reading →
A few months ago, we told you about ten–year-old Colton Schroeder who participated in Lemonade Day earlier this year. Lemonade Day is a program that teaches kids how to turn their dreams into a business plan. Its goal is to empower today’s youth to become tomorrow’s entrepreneurs. The program teaches kids how to set up their own business,... Continue Reading →
Throughout September and October, Spirit of Children will raise funds at local Spirit Halloween locations to support the Child Life department at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio! Customers will have the opportunity to make $1 or $2 donations at check-out. In addition, customers can redeem a 10% coupon to save on their entire purchase, and their savings... Continue Reading →
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