This fall, our neighborhood Circle K stores are changing kids’ health in Texas through their annual fall campaign supporting The Children's Hospital of San Antonio. From October 7-November 3, you can buy a Miracle Balloon or make a donation of any amount at your local Circle K store. All money raised helps kids right here... Continue Reading →
In 1869, cholera plagued the growing city of San Antonio. Bishop Claude Dubuis called upon the Sisters of Charity of The Incarnate Word from Galveston to care for the multitude of sick, infirm, and orphaned in the Texas frontier. Three sisters responded, Mother Madeleine, Sister St. Pierre and Sister Agnes. In May, 1869, they left... Continue Reading →
On Saturday, September 5, people around the world will come together for one common purpose: to remind us that simple acts of charity can change the world. Join us in celebrating International Day of Charity! Originally a Hungarian civil society initiative to commemorate Mother Teresa’s death, International Day of Charity on September 5 took off worldwide in... Continue Reading →
Are you a gamer looking for ways to give back to your local community? Now more than ever, The Children's Hospital of San Antonio needs your support. What: Extra Life is a peer-to-peer fundraising program for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Local gamers have raised funds since 2010 #ForTheKids treated at our children’s hospital — raising more... Continue Reading →
Your Planned Gift Impacts Lives for Years to Come Barbara Gentry admits that the term “planned giving” sounds complex, but the decision she and her husband, Michael, made to support The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Foundation is about meeting basic needs. “I never want anyone to be sick, homeless, or hungry,” Barbara said. “We... Continue Reading →
Sister Michele O’Brien, CCVI, is a Sister of Charity of the Incarnate Word of San Antonio & development specialist at the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation. She has spent over 50 years in healthcare, serving in many and various roles, including registered nurse (RN), x-ray, community health director, advocate/lobbyist, foundation development officer, and administrator.... Continue Reading →
It had only been six months since April Weaver’s last mammogram, but when her employer, HD Supply, hosted the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Mobile Mammography Unit (MMU) on site, she decided to go ahead and get a mammogram. The MMU provides 2-D mammograms and the possibility of a cure through early detection of breast cancer. A... Continue Reading →
Your Generosity Helps The Children's Hospital Meet Milestones Award-winning medical teams at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio strive to provide the best care for patients and families who come to us for life-saving care. Recently, The Children’s Hospital earned several prestigious designations and recognitions for excellence, proving that its unmatched, high-quality health care for... Continue Reading →
Looking for a way to raise funds #ForTheKids treated at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio? You can start and manage a fundraiser on CMNHosptials.org! It’s quick and easy — get started by visiting http://cmnh.co/Pg and make sure to select The Children's Hospital of San Antonio! You can fundraise for your birthday, a special occasion, and/or... Continue Reading →
Your Donations Go Where They Are Needed Most In August 1987, tragedy struck the Peacock family. Michael Peacock was leaving Michigan, where he was visiting his brother, Brock. Michael boarded a flight back home to Phoenix when the airplane suddenly went down 14 seconds after takeoff. The entire crew, 148 out of 149 passengers, and... Continue Reading →
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