About the Foundation
In 1892, a group of citizens held a sale to raise money for the care of sick, impoverished children. That effort led to the opening of Nationwide Children’s Hospital in 1894. For more than a century, we have existed to care for every child, for every reason.
The Foundation is the fundraising arm of Nationwide Children’s. Our job – with your help – is to ensure much needed funds are available for innovative research, emerging trends in pediatric health, and to react to our ever changing world. Philanthropy ensures that we can dream big.
Over 100 years… That is how long charity, donations, and generosity have enabled us to help children. With your help, we can add another century to our distinguished history.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon
Sunday, October 21, 2018
7:30 AM
North Bank Park
Intersection of Neil Ave. and Long Streets
Columbus, Ohio 43215
2018 marks our sixth year as the title beneficiary of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon and you can make every step more meaningful during the race by fundraising for our hospital as a Children's Champion.
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The Butterfly Run
August 11, 2018 8:00 a.m.
Big Lots Corporate Headquarters
4966-4810 East Dublin Granville Road
Westerville, OH 43081
The Butterfly Run....Changing behavioral health outcomes one step at a time. Join us for The Butterfly Run Columbus, presented by the Big Lots Foundation.
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Miracle Treat Day
A treat with a purpose for one day only! August 2nd, your local Dairy Queen locations will donate $1 or more of every Blizzard Treat to Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Columbus Duck Race
Join us for this fun-filled family event along the beautiful Scioto Mile in Downtown Columbus. Enjoy the children's activities, entertainment, and watch thousands of rubber ducks race to the finish line!
Nationwide Children's Non-Profit Information
The Nationwide Children's Foundation serves to further the mission of Nationwide Children's Hospital while meeting donor philanthropic goals. Nationwide Children's Hospital is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 31-1036370)