Nationwide Children's Philanthropic News

Feb 27, 2024

Registration now open for the On Our Sleeves 5K for Children’s Mental Health on May 4 at Lower.com Field

The On Our Sleeves 5K for Children’s Mental Health will be held for the first time at the 2023 MLS Cup Champion Columbus Crew’s Lower.com Field on Saturday, May 4, at 9 a.m. The race, hosted by the Columbus Crew with lead support by founding partners Big Lots and Nationwide, is a community run and walk to grow awareness, break stigmas, and raise funds for The On Our Sleeves® Movement For Children’s Mental Health.

Nov 14, 2023

Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s “Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life” Makes Sparkling Return for Year Two

Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s “Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life” Campaign will return for its second year starting today, November 14. "Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life” is designed to brighten the holidays for children hospitalized at Nationwide Children’s, their families and the health care heroes caring for them.

Sep 20, 2023

New $10 million Nationwide Foundation donation to support Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s affordable housing initiative, groundbreaking genomics program

A new $10 million gift to Nationwide Children’s Hospital through the Nationwide Foundation’s Pediatric Innovation Fund will support the hospital’s work to expand access to affordable housing in the Linden neighborhood and its groundbreaking work in genomic medicine, including research and patient care. 

Nov 17, 2022

Tickets for Butterfly Guild’s Production of Sound of Music on Sale November 25, 2022

For its 65th annual production, Butterfly Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is pleased to announce Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Sound of Music will take place on March 3, 4 & 5, 2023 at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre located at 34 W. Broad St. This family-friendly, Broadway-quality production benefits the Hospice and Palliative Care Programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the only programs of its kind in central Ohio.

Nov 16, 2022

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Launches ‘Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life’ to Brighten Lives of Patients in the Hospital for the Holidays

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is launching “Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life” – a new holiday tradition that builds hope and joy for hospitalized children, families and the health care heroes caring for them.

Aug 23, 2022

Behavioral Health Research, Genomics Programs Highlight $10 Million Nationwide Foundation Donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Behavioral health research and genomics are among several programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital that will continue to benefit from funding as part of a new $10 million gift that the Nationwide Foundation is making through their Pediatric Innovation Fund.

Jul 13, 2022

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Announce 2022 Patient Champions

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon is pleased to announce the 2022 “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on the course. The other two miles, the Encore Mile, will honor former Marathon Patient Champions, and the Angel Mile, will celebrate the lives of those who are no longer with us.

May 18, 2022

Fans Will Celebrate Setting the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title for Longest Chain of Sports Fan Scarfs During On Our Sleeves® Day at Columbus Crew’s May 21 Home Match

Fans and partners from the Columbus Crew, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Nationwide and On Our Sleeves will celebrate becoming a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title holder for longest chain of sports fan scarfs during On Our Sleeves Day at the Columbus Crew home match on Saturday, May 21, drawing attention to childhood mental health. The record-setting scarf tied together a community wide commitment through the Wrap Them In Support campaign, where all proceeds benefit the mission of On Our Sleeves.

May 12, 2022

Columbus Crew Fans Set GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Longest Chain of Sports Fan Scarfs to Support On Our Sleeves® , the Movement for Children’s Mental Health

Fans and partners from the Columbus Crew, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and On Our Sleeves, the national movement for children’s mental health, wrapped the Lower.com Field pitch, setting the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for longest chain of sports fan scarfs, to draw attention to childhood mental health. The record-setting ceremony was celebrated this morning at the Crew’s new and modern Lower.com Field. The prized scarf tied together a community wide commitment through the Wrap Them In Support campaign, where all proceeds benefit On Our Sleeves to provide free mental health educational resources to every community in America.

Dec 16, 2021

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Receives $50,000 Donation from Mom of Two Young Adults, to Help Support Signs of Suicide® and Big Lots Behavioral Health Services Mood and Anxiety Program

Nationwide Children’s Hospital today announced a $50,000 gift from Maureen Considine Gharrity, Founding Director of Quinn’s Memorial Foundation and Erinn’s Grace Foundation both created to honor her two children, as a gift as well as philanthropic efforts.

Dec 08, 2021

Variety of Opportunities Available to Provide Holiday Delight to Patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

During this holiday season, the local community, and supporters of Nationwide Children’s Hospital around the country are welcome to bring seasonal cheer to patients at the hospital.

Dec 03, 2021

2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship announces record-setting $3,186,546 charitable donation

Tournament officials announced today that the 15^th playing of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship, concluded August 29, 2021, at The Ohio State University Golf Club - Scarlet Course, raised a total of $3,186,456 for central Ohio charitable organizations, including $3,006,376 for pediatric cancer research and treatment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Dec 02, 2021

The Memorial Tournament Presented by Workday Announces 2021 Charitable Donation

Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday announced today that the 46^th playing of the prestigious invitational, concluded June 6, 2021, raised $2,550,000 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital through an alliance with the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation. 

Nov 15, 2021

Tickets for Butterfly Guild’s Production of Cinderella on Sale November 26

For its 64th annual production, Butterfly Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is pleased to announce Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella will take place on March 4, 5 & 6, 2022 at the historic Palace Theatre located at 34 W. Broad St. This family-friendly, Broadway-quality production benefits the Hospice and Palliative Care Programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the only programs of its kind in central Ohio.

Nov 11, 2021

Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Young Professional Council Fundraising in Collaboration with Lion Cub’s Cookies

Lion Cub’s Cookies has created a special edition cookie, inspired by two Nationwide Children’s Patient Champions, that will be sold from Nov. 11-14 at their Grandview bakery.

Oct 05, 2021

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Big Lots Announce 2021 Recipient of Big Lots Behavioral Health Scholarship

Originally launched in 2019, the Big Lots Behavioral Health Scholarship is awarded to a student who plans to pursue, or is currently pursuing, a graduate degree in the fields of behavioral or mental health, social work, or psychology. Recipients of the award receive $10,000 towards their education.

Sep 29, 2021

Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide shines a bright light on Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital alliance

The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday hosted the 11th annual Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide today, a unique, award-winning fundraiser that brings to life the alliance between the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital. All proceeds of the Legends Luncheon directly benefit the young patients and families that Nationwide Children’s compassionately serves each day.

Sep 01, 2021

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2021 Patient Champions

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce the 2021 “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on the course.

Aug 03, 2021

DSW Joins the On Our Sleeves® Movement for Children’s Mental Health

DSW has joined the On Our Sleeves® movement, committing to a national in-store campaign. Between Aug. 1-Oct. 31, DSW customers will have the option to round-up their purchase, or donate $1, $3, $5 or an additional amount of their choice during checkout at approximately 500 stores.

Jun 04, 2021

Big Lots Champions Children’s Mental Health with Summer Fundraiser in Support of On Our Sleeves®

Big Lots is a founding member of the On Our Sleeves Alliance, a diverse coalition of national corporations, youth and parent-serving organizations, health care organizations, education partners and individuals committed to breaking the silence surrounding children’s mental health and taking action.

May 27, 2021

Nationwide Foundation helping Columbus’ Linden neighborhood amidst affordable housing crisis

Funding from the 2021 Innovation Fund gift will inject $2 million in capital into Nationwide Children’s Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Families to create single-family affordable housing units in Linden.

May 03, 2021

JOANN Joins On Our Sleeves® to Advance Child Mental Health Awareness through Creativity

On Our Sleeves serves to break the stigma around mental health among children and adolescents, and JOANN will help further the movement across the country beginning in May, Mental Health Awareness Month.

May 03, 2021

On Our Sleeves® Launches National Alliance for Children’s Mental Health With One Million Classrooms Project

On Our Sleeves®, the national movement for Children’s Mental Health, has launched the On Our Sleeves Alliance, a collection of national corporations and brands, youth and parent serving organizations, healthcare and educational organizations and individual ambassadors focused on empowering the mental health and wellness of every child in America.

In celebration of its launch, the On Our Sleeves Alliance has announced a powerful first project: to provide every community in America with free educational resources, setting an ambitious goal of reaching one million classrooms with On Our Sleeves content by Oct. 10, 2021, World Mental Health Day.

Apr 28, 2021

Local and Regional Partners Pledge their Support to On Our Sleeves® During Mental Health Awareness Month

On Our Sleeves is powered by behavioral health experts at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and its mission is to provide free mental health educational resources to every community in America and empower advocates of children’s mental health.

Dec 17, 2020

2020 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship announces record-setting $2,670,000 charitable donation

Tournament officials announced today that the 14^th playing of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship, concluded August 23, 2020, at The Ohio State University Golf Club - Scarlet Course, raised a total of $2,670,000 for central Ohio charitable organizations, including $2,500,000 for pediatric cancer research and treatment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Dec 16, 2020

45th Playing of the Memorial Tournament Presented by Nationwide Sets Charitable Giving Record Amidst Global Pandemic

Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today that the 45^th playing of the prestigious invitational, concluded July 19, 2020, raised a record-setting $3,100,000 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital through an alliance with the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation. It is the first time the Tournament’s yearly charitable giving total has topped $3 million. Since its inception in 1976, the Memorial has eclipsed $38 million in donations to central Ohio charities, with nearly $26 million going to Nationwide Children’s.

Dec 10, 2020

Alliance Data Commits Multi-Year, $2 Million Gift to Support Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Pediatric Vital Signs Initiative

The funds will be used to support the hospital’s Pediatric Vital Signs program, a first-of-its-kind community-based initiative designed to meaningfully measure and improve the health of all children, both patients and non-patients, in Franklin County. 

Nov 16, 2020

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Offers Many Ways to Give to Patients During the Holiday Season

There are many opportunities for the local community and supporters of Nationwide Children’s Hospital around the country to give back to patients during the holiday season.

Nov 10, 2020

Annual Toy Drive at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is Saturday, Dec. 5

Because safety remains a top priority at Nationwide Children’s, especially during the pandemic, donors are required to reserve a drop-off time and share details about the size of their toy donation. 

Oct 30, 2020

Big Lots Raises $3.5 Million In Support of On Our Sleeves®, the Movement to Transform Children's Mental Health

One hundred percent of the dollars raised will go towards ensuring every community in America has access to free educational resources for parents and families to promote mental wellness and break the stigma surrounding children's mental health.

Sep 23, 2020

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Big Lots Announce 2020 Recipient of Big Lot’s Behavioral Health Scholarship

Susanne Nyaga, a graduate student at Howard University, is the 2020 recipient of the Big Lots Behavioral Health Scholarship the Columbus, Ohio-based retail company and Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced today. 

Sep 21, 2020

Big Lots Engages Customers with On Our Sleeves® Movement; Supports Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Efforts to Break the Stigma Surrounding Children’s Mental Health

Big Lots announced today the launch of its annual fall point-of-sale campaign that will benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Now through Sunday, October 25, customers can donate $1, $2, $5, or more at checkout. One hundred percent of the dollars raised go toward making sure every community in America has access to free educational resources for parents and families to promote mental wellness and break stigmas.

Aug 21, 2020

Nationwide Awards Scholarship to Nationwide Children’s Hospital Patient Champion

Nationwide, the founding partner of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship (NCHC) golf tournament, surprised Zaven and his family with a $10,000 college scholarship this morning. The presentation was made prior to the first round of play at the Korn Ferry Tour Finals event at The Ohio State University Golf Club in Columbus, Ohio. The proceeds from the tournament benefit pediatric cancer research and treatment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Since the tournament’s inception in 2007, nearly $14 million has been raised for the hospita

Jul 15, 2020

Legends Luncheon presented by American Electric Power Foundation shines a bright light on Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital alliance

10th annual Nicklaus Youth Spirit Award Recipient honored

Jul 14, 2020

Nationwide Foundation focusing on Columbus’ Linden neighborhood in 2020 Pediatric Innovation Fund gift to Nationwide Children’s Hospital

The latest $10 million gift to the Pediatric Innovation Fund, intended to help accelerate the hospital’s most promising clinical and research programs, will support the expansion of Nationwide Children’s Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families (HNHF) initiative into the Linden neighborhood of Columbus, as well as establish two endowed research chairs, and invest in perinatal and genomics research.

Jul 13, 2020

Nationwide Challenge nine-hole skins match Benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced for 2020 Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide

Play Yellow Hole-in-One Challenge to Feature Famed 12th Hole at Muirfield Village Golf Club and a Chance to Raise an Additional $1 Million for Charity

Jun 29, 2020

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Cancelled For 2020 Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

The 2020 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon has been cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In taking the action, the event’s Board of Trustees also voted unanimously to provide a full refund of registration fees for 2020 registrants.

May 12, 2020

Columbus Crew SC supports On Our Sleeves, the movement to transform children's mental health

Columbus Crew SC today announced details on how the Club plans to collaborate with Nationwide Children’s Hospital in furthering the mission of On Our Sleeves, the movement to transform children’s mental health. During the month of May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, On Our Sleeves aims to continue the important conversation surrounding youth mental health.

Feb 28, 2020

Nationwide Children's Hospital Celebrates Opening of the Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion

Nationwide Children’s Hospital held a Community Dedication Celebration of the Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion today. At nine stories tall, it is America’s largest and most comprehensive center dedicated exclusively to child and adolescent behavioral and mental health on a pediatric medical campus in the United States.

Feb 27, 2020

Columbus Crew SC Partners with Nationwide For Future Jersey Sponsorship

In 2020, the Crew will partner with Nationwide Children’s Hospital and feature a special Nationwide Children’s jersey for all competitions, including all Major League Soccer and Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup matches. The Nationwide Children’s Hospital jersey will debut at Crew SC’s Opening Match this Sunday, March 1 when the Black & Gold host New York City FC.

Feb 12, 2020

Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, Nationwide Extend Partnership To 2024

The Columbus Marathon and Nationwide announced today that they have renewed their partnership for the annual running and walking event through 2024. The two organizations also announced that Nationwide Children’s Hospital will remain the title beneficiary of the event for the next five years.

Dec 06, 2019

Record-setting charitable donation of $2,305,854 announced for 2019 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship

Tournament officials announced today that the 13^th playing of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship, concluded August 18, 2019, at The Ohio State University Golf Club - Scarlet Course, raised a total of $2,437,194 for central Ohio charitable organizations, including $2,305,854 for pediatric cancer research and treatment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Dec 05, 2019

44th Playing of the Memorial Tournament Presented by Nationwide Sets Charitable Giving Record

Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today that the 44th playing of the prestigious invitational, concluded June 2, 2019, raised a total of $2.65 million for charitable organizations in central Ohio, including a record-setting $2,200,000 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital through an alliance with the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation.

Dec 05, 2019

MEDIA ADVISORY: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hosts Annual Holiday Toy Drive with Special Appearance by Harlem Globetrotter and Columbus Native Zeus McClurkin

Nationwide Children’s Hospital will collect new toys and gift cards for patients during its annual holiday toy drive.

Dec 04, 2019

Tim Hortons Raises More than $32,000 in Support of On Our Sleeves™

From Sept. 16-22, participating Tim Hortons restaurants and their associates raised $32,964.72, a record- breaking effort, in support of the On Our Sleeves movement.

Nov 21, 2019

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Offers Many Ways to Give to Patients During the Holiday Season

There are many opportunities for the local community and supporters of Nationwide Children’s Hospital around the country to give back to help patients during the holiday season.

Nov 11, 2019

Big Lots Raises $3 Million During Its Fall “Give Big for Kids” Campaign for Nationwide Children's Hospital

The “Give Big for Kids” campaign raised a total of $3.05 million in more than 1,400 stores that employ over 35,000 Big Lots associates. Over the past four years, the dedicated Big Lots team has raised nearly $23 million through point-of-sale operations.

Oct 03, 2019

Christina and Ryan Day Encourage Students to Take a “Day Time Break” for Mental Health as Part of On Our Sleeves Movement

Christina and Ryan Day are partnering with the On Our Sleeves™ movement to launch an interactive school-based program to help break stigmas, start important conversations and improve mental health awareness for students in more than 200 middle and high schools in Franklin and surrounding counties.  

Sep 25, 2019

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Announces the Steve and Cindy Rasmussen Institute for Genomic Medicine

Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced today that its nationally known genomic medicine institute is being renamed to honor the transformational support of Steve and Cindy Rasmussen.

Sep 23, 2019

Big Lots Announces Fall National Fundraising Campaign Benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Now through October 27, Big Lots customers can donate $1, $2, $5, or more at checkout. One hundred percent of the dollars raised supports lifesaving research and care at the hospital.

Sep 12, 2019

MEDIA ADVISORY: In Support of the On Our Sleeves™ movement, Butterfly Run Presented by the Big Lots Foundation is Sept. 14

The Butterfly Run presented by the Big Lots Foundation is a 5K run/walk family-fitness event created to help bring awareness to childhood behavioral and mental health. In its second year in Columbus, the Butterfly Run will support the national On Our Sleeves™ movement. Participants will help champion the platform’s goal of ending the stigma by raising awareness and advocacy about the one in five children living across America with a mental illness.

Aug 19, 2019

Audition Registration Opens September 1 for Butterfly Guild’s Showing of Mamma Mia!

To raise funds for central Ohio’s only pediatric hospice and palliative care programs, Butterfly Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present Mamma Mia! February 28-March 1, 2020 at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre.

Aug 08, 2019

The Butterfly Run Presented by Big Lots Foundation is Sept. 14

The Butterfly Run presented by the Big Lots Foundation is Sept. 14 at Alum Creek Park North, 221 West Main Street, Westerville, Ohio, and is a family-fitness event created to help bring awareness to childhood behavioral and mental health.

Aug 01, 2019

TDJF, Nationwide Children’s ‘Sock It to Childhood Cancer’

In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, The Dale Jr. Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have teamed up to ‘Sock It to Childhood Cancer.’

Aug 01, 2019

Columbus Duck Race benefitting Nationwide Children's Hospital is Saturday, Aug. 17 at 8th Annual Columbus Food Truck Festival

One lucky duck will win a first-place prize of a $5,000 cash and the second-place prize winner will win $2,500 cash. The third-place duck winner will win $1,000 cash.

Jul 31, 2019

Thirty-One Gifts Raises More Than $160,000 in Support of On Our Sleeves™

Thirty-One Gifts and its charitable program, Thirty-One Gives, raised more than $163,000 in support of On Our Sleeves™, the movement to transform children’s mental health. From March through the end of May, Thirty-One Gifts customers had an opportunity to round up to the nearest dollar or donate an amount of their choice.

Jul 24, 2019

Hyundai Hope On Wheels Presents Nationwide Children's Hospital with a $100,000 Hyundai Impact Award Grant to Support Pediatric Cancer Research

Hyundai Hope On Wheels® (HHOW), a 501c3 non-profit organization supported by Hyundai and its U.S. dealers, announces a $100,000 Hyundai Impact Award Grant to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to continue its long-standing fight against pediatric cancer.

Jul 19, 2019

Ashley Eckstein Reveals Stigma-Breaking Dress for Childhood Mental Health with On Our Sleeves™ Themed Dress at San Diego Comic-Con International

The whimsical, color blocked dress features a custom printed fabric with various On Our Sleeves symbols. Eckstein completed the look with heels adorned with a butterfly, the main icon of Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Jun 25, 2019

The Harlem Globetrotters Announce the Creation of The Harlem Globetrotters Fund at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Deeply committed to bringing the message of positive mental health to their fans and communities around the world, the Globetrotters will support advocacy for breaking the stigma, mental health education and fundraising for mental health research, which is significantly underfunded.

Jun 11, 2019

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2019 Patient Champions

To help fund the lifesaving research and care taking place at Nationwide Children’s, marathon and ½ marathon participants are encouraged to fundraise as “Children’s Champions.”

Jun 05, 2019

The Day Family Announces the Creation of The Ryan and Christina Day Fund for Pediatric and Adolescent Mental Wellness at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Ryan and Christina Day have joined On Our Sleeves™, the movement to transform childhood mental health developed by Nationwide Children’s Hospital, with the creation of The Ryan and Christina Day Fund for Pediatric and Adolescent Mental Wellness at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

May 23, 2019

Nationwide Foundation Pediatric Innovation Fund Makes Sixth Annual Gift for Significant Impact at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

The Nationwide Foundation established the Pediatric Innovation Fund in 2014 and has so far contributed $60 million to it, including the gift announced today. With Nationwide Foundation’s initial $50 million to the hospital in 2006, its gifts to the hospital have now reached $110 million.

May 21, 2019

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Dedicates Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital dedicated the hospital’s Research Institute as the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. This naming recognizes Mrs. Wexner, whose ongoing, passionate advocacy has ushered in a period of unprecedented transformation at the hospital.

May 20, 2019

MEDIA ADVISORY: Dedication of the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

WHAT: The dedication of the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and announcement of the Allen Distinguished Scholar in Pediatric Research WHEN: Tuesday, May 21, 2019 10:30 a.m. – Media Tour of the Abigail Wexner Research Institute 11:30 a.m.

May 17, 2019

The Janet Orttung-Morrow, MD and Grant Morrow, III, MD Endowed Chair in Pediatric Behavioral Health Announced

The first recipient of the chair is Cynthia A. Gerhardt, PhD, director of the Center for Biobehavioral Health in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

May 09, 2019

On Our Sleeves Movement Launches Nationally to Transform Childhood Mental Health

On Our Sleeves was created with the goal of raising awareness about the one in five children living across America with mental illness and to ending the stigma often associated with these conditions.

May 01, 2019

Corporate Partners Join the On Our Sleeves Movement for Mental Health Awareness Month

On Our Sleeves was launched in October 2018 by Nationwide Children’s Hospital to help break the stigma around child and adolescent mental and behavioral health.

Apr 22, 2019

Big Lots Raises $2.6 Million Dollars During Its Spring “Serve Families. Give Big” Campaign for Nationwide Children’s Hospital

The “Serve Families. Give Big” campaign raised a total of $2.6 million dollars in more than 1,400 stores with over 35,000 Big Lots associates advocating for the lifesaving research and care at Nationwide Children’s.

Apr 17, 2019

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Legends Luncheon presented by Safelite AutoGlass shines a bright light on Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital alliance

The final highlight of the Legends Luncheon presented by Safelite AutoGlass was the presentation of the Nicklaus Youth Spirit Award, which is given annually to a patient or family who in some way has demonstrated a strong, driving spirit in overcoming obstacles, an unwavering optimistic outlook, and a strong conviction for their connection to Nationwide Children’s.

Apr 04, 2019

Denim & Diamonds Set For April 26 at The Exchange at Bridge Park

The 14th-annual Denim & Diamonds Gala, benefiting The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held from 6-10 p.m. on Friday, April 26th at The Exchange at Bridge Park.

Mar 28, 2019

Big Lots Announces National Fundraising Campaign Benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Now through April 21st, Big Lots customers can donate $1, $2, $5 or more at checkout. One hundred percent of the dollars raised supports lifesaving research and care at the hospital.

Mar 27, 2019

Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Changes Name to The Butterfly Guild

For more than 100 years, The Butterfly Guild has raised money for the hospice and palliative care programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Mar 21, 2019

Thirty-One Gifts Launches Spring Fundraising Campaign in Support of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Thirty-One Gives, has launched a spring fundraising campaign on behalf of Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Now, through May 31, Thirty-One Gifts will offer Customers the opportunity to support the hospital’s On Our Sleeves behavioral health platform by rounding up to the nearest dollar or donating an amount of their choice.

Feb 28, 2019

Beeler Family Donates $1 Million to Support Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

The gift will focus on services aimed at prevention efforts in the community, as well as researching the causes, treatment, and prevention of behavioral health conditions.

Feb 25, 2019

Achea and Michael Redd Named Honorary Chairs of Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic

Dollars raised at the golf outing will support behavioral health research and care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Feb 13, 2019

The Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament Slated for March 2

TWIG 3, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, invites the public to its Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 2. All proceeds from the event benefit Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s.

Jan 25, 2019

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Announces Plans to Dedicate the Abigail Wexner Research Institute

Ms. Wexner’s partnership with her fellow board members, Chief Executive Officer Steve Allen, MD, and the Nationwide Children’s executive team made this evolution possible. In recognition of Dr. Allen’s role, Nationwide Children’s will also establish the Allen Distinguished Scholar in Pediatric Research.

Jan 21, 2019

Wexner Family Fund Donates $20 Million to The Center for Family Safety and Healing

TCFSH’s mission is to fully address all aspects of family violence, including child abuse and neglect, teen dating abuse, domestic violence and elder abuse.

Jan 17, 2019

Lane Bryant And Cacique Raise Over $419k For Nationwide Children's Hospital Through Give.Love.Share. Campaign

Since 2016, Lane Bryant and Cacique have raised over $2.1M dollars for Nationwide Children's through multiple initiatives, in support of the hospital's mission of providing the highest quality care to all children and their families, regardless of their ability to pay.

Dec 06, 2018

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship sets giving record to Nationwide Children’s Hospital with $2,104,254 donation

The 12th playing of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship raised a total of $2,218,004 for central Ohio charitable organizations, including $2,104,254 for pediatric cancer research and treatment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Dec 05, 2018

Record-Setting Charitable Donation Announced for 43rd Playing of the Memorial Tournament Presented by Nationwide

More than $2 million raised in 2018 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital through alliance with Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation

Nov 16, 2018

Lane Bryant And Cacique Announce Give.Love.Share. Campaign In Support Of Nationwide Children's Hospital

Plus size apparel brand Lane Bryant and intimates brand Cacique are thrilled to announce the continuation of the Give.Love.Share. campaign in support of Columbus-based Nationwide Children's Hospital and the hospital's mission of providing the highest quality care to all children and their families, regardless of their ability to pay.

Nov 13, 2018

Donatos & Cheryl’s Cookies® Sweetness of the Holidays Returns To Benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Donatos Pizza and Cheryl’s Cookies have joined together this Holiday season to support life-saving research and care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The Sweetness of the Holidays campaign will run Nov. 20, 2018 through Jan. 6, 2019 or while supplies last.

Nov 02, 2018

Justice Launches “Believe in Magic, Believe in Justice” Holiday Campaign Benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Ascena tween retailer Justice is supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital this Holiday season with its “Believe in Magic, Believe in Justice” campaign running November 1 through January 5, 2019.

Oct 31, 2018

Big Lots Raises $3.2 Million Dollars During "Serve Families, Give BIG" Campaign for Nationwide Children's Hospital

Big Lots announced today the completion of the company's sixth point-of-sale fundraising campaign benefitting Nationwide Children's Hospital. The "Serve Families. Give Big" campaign included all 1,416 Big Lots stores and over 35,000 Big Lots associates working to collect over $3.2 million dollars in customer donations.

Oct 26, 2018

96th TWIG Bazaar Scheduled for November 11 at Ohio Expo Center

Celebrating its 96th year, the TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted gifts created by TWIG members and outside artisans from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11th in the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center. Proceeds will benefit the areas of greatest need at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Oct 24, 2018

The Butterfly Run Presented by Big Lots Foundation Returns to Tempe/Phoenix Region Nov. 3

The Butterfly Run is returning to the Tempe/Phoenix, Ariz., region Nov. 3 after the city hosted the first-ever Butterfly Run last year.

Oct 17, 2018

Bringing Halloween to Kids at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Spirit of Children will host a Halloween party for pediatric patients and their families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, complete with costumes, games and crafts.

Oct 16, 2018

Tickets for Disney’s The Little Mermaid Go On Sale Nov. 1

For its 61st annual production, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is pleased to present Disney’s The Little Mermaid February 22-25 at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre.

Oct 15, 2018

Novembeard Event, Benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Begins Nov. 1

The annual Novembeard event that raises funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Hospice and Palliative Care programs begins Nov. 1. Created in 2011, Novembeard encourages men in central Ohio to make a difference in the local community.

Sep 24, 2018

Big Lots Announces National Fundraising Campaign to support Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Big Lots announced today the launch of its Fall point-of-sale campaign, “Serve Families. Give Big.” in support of Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Now through October 28th, Big Lots customers have the opportunity to donate $1, $2, $5 or more at checkout with 100 percent of the dollars raised benefiting Nationwide Children’s.

Sep 13, 2018

10th Annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza to Take Place at Emswiler Farms September 29th

The 10th annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza is Saturday, Sept. 29th at Emswiler Farms in Pataskala. The event benefits Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s inpatient rehabilitation unit.

Sep 04, 2018

“The Butterfly Run” Presented by Big Lots Foundation Debuts in Charlotte Oct. 20.

McAlpine Creek Park is the site for the Oct. 20 Butterfly Run in Charlotte.

Aug 16, 2018

Media Advisory: 15th Annual Bull Run, Presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

The 15th Annual Bull Run, presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, is the official training run for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon and ½ Marathon.

Aug 06, 2018

15th Annual Bull Run, Presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, to Benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital

The 15th annual Bull Run, presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will take place August 18 at the McFerson Commons (Arch Park) in the Arena District. 

Aug 01, 2018

Columbus Duck Race and Food Truck Festival

America’s largest food truck festival and the Development Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital are again joining forces on the Scioto Mile. The Columbus Food Truck Festival and the annual Columbus Duck Race will take over Bicentennial Park Aug. 17-18.

Jul 27, 2018

DQ® Blizzard® Treat Sales to Benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital

On Thursday, August 2, participating Dairy Queen^® locations in central Ohio will come together to raise funds for Nationwide Children's Hospital, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.

Jul 23, 2018

Dale Jr. Foundation sets 2018 Gloves Program

As has been for the past four years, The Dale Jr. Foundation will support Nationwide Children's Hospital with a Driven to Give Gloves program, but this year the program features 32 NASCAR Cup Series drivers and all four of JR Motorsports' NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers, Dale Earnhardt Jr. announced.

Jul 09, 2018

"The Butterfly Run" Presented by Big Lots Foundation Debuts in Columbus August 11

A family-fitness event focusing on reducing the stigma often associated with behavioral disorders and mental illnesses, The Butterfly Run, taking place Aug. 11 in Columbus, also will feature Butterfly Village where families can participate in pre and post-race activities.

Jun 15, 2018

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announces 2018 Patient Champions

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce the 2018 “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on the course.

Jun 01, 2018

Nationwide Foundation Pediatric Innovation Fund Making Significant Patient Impact at the Institute For Genomic Medicine at Nationwide Children's Hospital

The Nationwide Foundation today announced a new $10 million gift for the Nationwide Foundation Pediatric Innovation Fund at Nationwide Children's Hospital to help accelerate the most promising research and clinical discoveries at Nationwide Children's.

May 11, 2018

Lane Bryant And Catherines Raise Over $281 Thousand For Nationwide Children's Hospital

Plus size apparel brands Lane Bryant and Catherines are thrilled to announce that the Give.Love.Share campaign has raised over $281K in donations to support Columbus-based Nationwide Children's Hospital.

May 01, 2018

Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide shines a bright light on Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children's Hospital alliance

The eighth annual Nicklaus Youth Spirit Award Recipient is announced.

Apr 24, 2018

Big Lots "Give BIG for Kids" Point of Sale Donation Campaign Raises $2.6 Million in Support of Nationwide Children's Hospital

Big Lots announced today this spring's national point-of-sale fundraising campaign raised $2.6 million dollars over the last three and a half weeks. With this spring campaign's results, Big Lots and their generous customers have now raised over $13.5 million dollars in support of the life-saving research and care provided by Nationwide Children's.

Apr 03, 2018

Lane Bryant And Catherines To Support Nationwide Children's Hospital Through Give.Love.Share. Campaign

Plus size apparel brands Lane Bryant and Catherines will partner with Columbus-based Nationwide Children's Hospital once again to help kids everywhere – and will offer opportunities for clients to help by raising donations through the Give.Love.Share. campaign. Throughout the Give.Love.Share.

Mar 29, 2018

Big Lots Announces National Spring Campaign To Fundraise On Behalf Of Nationwide Children's Hospital And Its Behavioral Health Program

Big Lots announced today the relaunch of their national point-of-sale fundraising campaign. Now through April 22, all Big Lots stores will collect donations and 100 percent of the dollars raised will support Nationwide Children's Hospital.

Feb 20, 2018

JR Motorsports Unveils Paint Scheme with a Purpose

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 20, 2018) – JR Motorsports will support Nationwide Children’s Hospital in a prominent way during the NASCAR Xfinity Series season in 2018.

Feb 16, 2018

Registration Now Open for the Fourth Annual Fore! Miler Presented By OhioHealth

Dublin, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today the return of the FORE! Miler presented by OhioHealth, a 4-mile road race that will kick off the 43rd playing of the prestigious PGA TOUR event hosted annually by golf legend Jack Nicklaus at Muirfield

Feb 13, 2018

Keith Urban and Memorial Community Partner, NetJets, join annual benefit concert

Dublin, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today the details of its 2018 benefit concert, including the addition of NetJets as the concert’s newest partner and four-time Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Keith Urban as the headline artist.

Feb 05, 2018

Lane Bryant And Catherines Raise Over $787K For Nationwide Children's Hospital

Plus size apparel brands Lane Bryant and Catherines are thrilled to announce that the brands have raised over $787K in donations to support Columbus-based Nationwide Children's Hospital.

Feb 01, 2018

The Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament Slated for March 3

TWIG 3, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, invites the public to its Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 3. All proceeds from the event benefit Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s.

Jan 26, 2018

Dean A. Lee, MD, Recipient of The DiMarco Family Endowed Chair in Cell Based Therapy

During a ceremony on Jan. 15, Dean A. Lee, MD, PhD, Director of the joint Cellular Therapy and Cancer Immunotherapy Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State Comprehensive Cancer Center, was announced as the first recipient of The DiMarco Family Endowed Chair in Cell Based

Jan 24, 2018

MEDIA ADVISORY: Spirit of Children to Present Check Donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital's Child Life Services Program

MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: Spirit of Children will present a check to Nationwide Children’s Hospital announcing donations raised during its 2017 Spirit Halloween in-store campaign. The Child Life Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is the beneficiary. WHEN: Wednesday, Jan.

Jan 17, 2018

IHOP to Raise Funds on Behalf of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Throughout the month of February, central Ohio IHOP franchises and their customers will have an opportunity to raise funds on behalf of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospital.

Jan 16, 2018

Tickets on Sale for Beauty and the Beast The Broadway Musical

For its 60th-annual production, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is pleased to present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast February 23 to February 25 at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre, located at 34 W. Broad St.

Jan 08, 2018

Stephen P. Testa, Jr. Named President of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation

Stephen P. Testa, Jr. has been appointed president of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation, bringing his extensive philanthropic experience to one of America’s leading pediatric institutions.

Dec 08, 2017

Huntington Bank Grants $2 Million to Nationwide Children’s Hospital “Be The Reason” Campaign

Huntington Bank announced a 10-year, $2 million grant to Nationwide Children’s Hospital in support of innovative programs to improve overall health and wellness in the community.

Dec 06, 2017

Isabella Santos Foundation Raises $30,000, Gift Supports Neuroblastoma Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

The Isabella Santos Foundation has raised and donated $30,000 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to honor the memory of their daughter, Isabella, and to advance pediatric cancer research.

Dec 04, 2017

Donatos & Cheryl’s® Sweetness of the Holidays Returns Benefitting Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Donatos Pizza and Cheryl’s Cookies have once again partnered this Holiday season in an effort to support life-saving research and care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The Sweetness of the Holidays campaign began Nov. 14 and will run until Jan. 8, 2018.

Nov 30, 2017

MEDIA ADVISORY: Novembeard Shave-Off Party

MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: The Novembeard Shave-Off Party WHY: For the seventh-consecutive year, Novembeard participants raised money for the Hospice and Palliative Care Programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Nov 28, 2017

Abercrombie & Fitch to Support Nationwide Children’s Hospital this Holiday Season

Starting today, Abercrombie & Fitch customers in the U.S. will have an opportunity to support The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Nov 17, 2017

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Annual Holiday Toy Drive

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Annual Toy Drive to benefit patients at the hospital will take place Saturday, December 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations will be accepted at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Downtown Urgent Care parking lot.

Nov 16, 2017

Lane Bryant and Catherines Launch New Campaign in Support of Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Plus size apparel brands Lane Bryant and Catherines will partner with Columbus-based Nationwide Children’s Hospital to help kids everywhere – and will offer opportunities for clients to help by raising donations through a dedicated holiday campaign.

Nov 16, 2017

The Memorial Tournament Presented by Nationwide Sets Giving Record to Nationwide Childrens Hospital with $1,875,000 Donation

Dublin, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today that the 43rd playing of the prestigious invitational, concluded June 4, 2017, raised $2,250,000 for charitable organizations in central Ohio, including a record-setting $1,875,000 for Nationwide

Nov 15, 2017

Record-setting charitable donation announced for 11th playing of the Nationwide Childrens Hospital Championship

Tournament officials announced today that the 11th playing of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship, held August 28 – September 3, 2017, at The Ohio State University Golf Club – Scarlet Course, raised a total of $2,116,065 for central Ohio charitable organizations,

Nov 02, 2017

Big Lots Raises More Than 3 Million Dollars For Nationwide Children's Hospital For The Fall 2017 Campaign

Big Lots announced today the completion of the company's fourth Give Big for Kids point-of-sale fundraising campaign benefiting Nationwide Children's Hospital. The four-and-a-half-week campaign collected donations in all 1,426 Big Lots stores, raising an impressive $3.1 million dollars.

Oct 30, 2017

American Electric Power Foundation and AEP Ohio Donate $2.25 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the American Electric Power Foundation and AEP Ohio announced today that the Columbus-based utility will donate $2.25 million to the hospital’s “Be The Reason” fundraising campaign.

Oct 25, 2017

Alliance Data Donates $1 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Alliance Data Systems Corporation (NYSE: ADS) today announced its Columbus, Ohio-based card services business, a premier provider of branded private label, co-brand and business credit programs, presented a $1 million gift to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, building on the company’s

Oct 23, 2017

Novembeard Kicks Off Seventh Year of Fundraising Benefiting the Hospice and Palliative Care Programs at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

For the seventh-consecutive year, Novembeard will raise money for the Hospice and Palliative Care Programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Created in 2011 by then-Nationwide associate David Rhodeback and several of his co-workers, Novembeard encourages men in central Ohio to make a

Oct 10, 2017

Build-A-Bear Foundation Gives 20,000 Teddy Bears to Childrens Hospitals Across the Country in Partnership with United Way and UPS

(ST. LOUIS) October 10, 2017 – In honor of the company’s 20th Birthday, Build-A-Bear today announced a donation of 20,000 teddy bears that will be distributed among two dozen children’s hospitals across the United States.

Oct 10, 2017

The Butterfly Run Presented by Big Lots Foundation Premieres in Arizona November 11

One in every five children under the age of 18 is coping with a mental or behavioral disorder. Big Lots Foundation is presenting The Butterfly Run to increase national awareness, break stigmas and raise funds for much-needed behavioral health research to help children and adolescents everywhere who

Sep 28, 2017

Big Lots Partners With Nationwide Children's Hospital On Fall Fundraising Campaign To Support Kids Everywhere

Big Lots announced today the relaunch of their Give Big for Kids national point-of-sale fundraising campaign to benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital and its efforts to provide care to children in all 50 states and more than 52 countries from around the world.

Sep 27, 2017

Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals, Walmart and Sams Club kick off 30th Annual Fund-Raising Campaign

The Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, in partnership with Walmart and Sam’s Club, officially kicked off its annual campaign to raise money for critical medical care for local children.

Sep 21, 2017

JPMorgan Chase Announces $1.5 Million Commitment to Support Affordable Housing on Columbuss South Side

JPMorgan Chase & Co. today announced a $1.5 million investment over five years to support new affordable housing opportunities for the residents of the city’s South Side.

Aug 01, 2017

14th Annual Bull Run, presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

The 14th Annual Bull Run, presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, will take place Aug. 19 at the McFerson Commons (Arch Park) in the Arena District. Since the event’s inception in 2004, the Bull Run has raised more than $880,000 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Jul 13, 2017

Dairy Queen Blizzard® Sales to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital on Miracle Treat Day, July 27

On Miracle Treat Day, July 27, $1 or more from every Blizzard® Treat sold at participating DQ® locations will be donated to local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Jun 20, 2017

Honda Pledges $1 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Improve Mobility for all Children

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Honda announced today a $1 million gift from the automaker to establish the Honda Center for Gait Analysis and Mobility Enhancement designed to enhance pediatric mobility.

May 30, 2017

Nationwide Foundation Pediatric Innovation Fund Accelerating Lifesaving Progress at Newly-Formed Institute For Genomic Medicine at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

The Nationwide Foundation today announced a new $10 million gift for the Nationwide Foundation Pediatric Innovation Fund at Nationwide Children’s Hospital to help accelerate the most promising research and clinical discoveries at Nationwide Children’s.

May 12, 2017

MEDIA ADVISORY: CancerFree KIDS will present a check to the Research Institute at Nationwide Childrens and will announce the 2017 CancerFree KIDS grant recipients

MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: CancerFree KIDS will present a check to the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and will announce the 2017 CancerFree KIDS grant recipients from Nationwide Children’s. WHEN: Friday, May 12, 2017 at 10 a.m.

May 08, 2017

Lane Bryant Raises $331K in Donations for Nationwide Childrens Hospital

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lane Bryant, the nation's leading women's plus size apparel brand, is thrilled to announce that the brand has raised $331K in donations for Columbus-based Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

May 01, 2017

Big Lots And Its Customers Raise More Than $2.3 Million Dollars Benefiting Nationwide Children's Hospital

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 26, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Lots announced today their spring national point-of-sale campaign benefiting Nationwide Children's Hospital raised more than $2.3 million dollars.

Apr 03, 2017

Lane Bryant Launches New Campaign to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Lane Bryant, the nation's leading women's plus size apparel brand, is excited to announce that its newest campaign in benefit of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Inspired to Give, has launched today.

Apr 03, 2017

David Gray set to play 11th annual charity concert benefiting the Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital alliance

Dublin, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today the details of its 2017 benefit concert. Entering its 11th year, IGS Energy Evening with David Gray presented by City of Dublin will benefit the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and

Mar 30, 2017

Big Lots Partners With Nationwide Children's Hospital On Fundraising Campaign To Support Lifesaving Research

Big Lots (BIG), announced today the relaunch of their national point-of-sale fundraising campaign to benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital, in their efforts to provide care to children in all 50 states and over 50 different countries from around the world.

Mar 30, 2017

The Dale Jr. Foundations Driven to Give Gloves Program Kicks Off in April

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (March 28, 2017) – The successful Driven to Give Gloves campaign will kick off at Martinsville Speedway this weekend to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital and four Patient Champions, The Dale Jr. Foundation announced today.

Mar 09, 2017

Tickets on Sale Now for Pleasure Guilds 60th Celebration

For its 60th celebration of past play productions, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is pleased to present A Whimsical Soiree on April 8th at The Lincoln Theater, 769 East Long Street, Columbus, OH 43203.

Feb 28, 2017

#ChildrensHospitalsWeek Announced for March 20-27, 2017

SALT LAKE CITY [February 28, 2017] – To shine a light on the importance of children’s hospitals and how donations help kids get the best care when they need it, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals) is announcing the first #ChildrensHospitalsWeek, scheduled for

Feb 02, 2017

Tween Clothing Retailer Justices National Holiday Fundraising Campaign Raises More than $1 Million for Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Thursday morning, tween clothing retailer, Justice presented Nationwide Children’s Hospital officials with a check totaling $1,472,837. The amount represented the total dollars raised during Justice’s national holiday campaign that benefited The Research Institute at Nationwide

Jan 26, 2017

The Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament slated for February 25

TWIG 3, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, invites the public to its Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, February 25. All proceeds from the event benefit Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Jan 24, 2017

Nationwide Partners with Hendrick Motorsports, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Chevrolet to Donate $400,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide, in partnership with Hendrick Motorsports, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and Chevrolet, donated $400,000 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The donation equaled the sale price for a 1970 Chevelle SS and Nationwide No. 88 stock car auctioned off in tandem at the Jan.

Jan 23, 2017

TaxSlayer Donates Percentage of New E-Filers Fees to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and TaxSlayer will join efforts during the 2017 tax season. TaxSlayer, which provides online tax preparation software for electronic filing of federal and state tax returns, will donate 15 percent of new e-filers’ tax preparation fees to support

Jan 14, 2017

Covelli Enterprises And Nationwide Children's Hospital Cut Ribbon At Panera Bread Location Friday

Colton Meier, Panera Bread Director of Operations, Dr. Steve Allen, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Chief Executive Officer and Jim Digan, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation President will cut the ribbon at a formal event this Friday, January 13 at 10:00 a.m.

Jan 06, 2017

IHOP to Raise Funds on Behalf of Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Central Ohio IHOP franchises have begun the new year with a two month effort to raise funds on behalf of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospital.

Dec 14, 2016

Big Lots' 'Give Big For Kids' Campaign Raises $3.6 Million To Support Nationwide Children's Hospital

Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) announced today that its 2016 "Give Big for Kids" campaign raised $3.6 million for lifesaving pediatric research and care at Nationwide Children's Hospital, a $1.4 million increase over last year's campaign donation to the hospital of $2.2 million.

Nov 18, 2016

Holiday Magic to Arrive in Bicentennial Park

Holiday lights will illuminate the Scioto Mile beginning Friday, December 2 during the Grand Illumination presented by Justice. Columbus Recreation and Parks Department will decorate Bicentennial Park and the Scioto Mile Promenade in all seasonal decorations featuring more than 250,000 energy

Nov 17, 2016

Record-setting charitable donation announced for 10th playing of the Nationwide Childrens Hospital Championship

Tournament officials announced today that the 10th playing of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship, held September 19-25, 2016 at The Ohio State University Golf Club - Scarlet Course, raised a total of $1,723,105 for central Ohio charitable organizations, including $1,604,500 for

Nov 15, 2016

The Memorial Tournament Presented by Nationwide Sets New Giving Record to Nationwide Childrens Hospital with $1,676,500 Donation

Dublin, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today that the 41st playing of the prestigious invitational, concluded June 5, 2016, raised $2,166,000 for charitable organizations in central Ohio, including a record-setting $1,676,500 for Nationwide

Nov 14, 2016

Donatos Pizza and Cheryls® Cookies Partner to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital

For the third-consecutive year, patrons of Donatos Pizza will once again have an opportunity to support life-saving research and care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital this holiday season. During the “Sweetness of the Holidays” campaign from Nov. 14 to Jan.

Nov 01, 2016

Tween Clothing Retailer Justice Launches Holiday Campaign That Will Support Life-Saving Research at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

For the first time in the three-year corporate partnership between Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Justice, the tween clothing retailer will invite customers to give a donation to the pediatric hospital during the holiday season.

Oct 17, 2016

Media Advisory: Bringing Halloween to Kids at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

WHO: Volunteers from local Spirit Halloween stores, patients and families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Spirit of Children Program has raised more than $156,830.00 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital to date WHAT: Spirit of Children will host a Halloween party for pediatric patients

Oct 10, 2016

MEDIA ADVISORY: NHL Columbus Blue Jackets Captain Nick Foligno and his wife, Janelle, announce significant, far-reaching financial gifts to Boston Childrens Hospital and Nationwide Childrens Hospital

MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: National Hockey League Columbus Blue Jackets Captain Nick Foligno and his wife, Janelle, announce significant, far-reaching financial gifts to Boston Children’s Hospital and Nationwide Children’s Hospital. WHEN: Tuesday, October 11, 2016, 1:30 p.m.

Oct 04, 2016

Perky Jerky® to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital Beginning in October

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Perky Jerky® announced today that from October through December, customers at 16 participating Kroger stores will have an opportunity to donate to Nationwide Children’s by purchasing Perky Jerky®.

Sep 19, 2016

MEDIA ADVISORY: The Nationwide Childrens Hospital Championships Pros Fore Patients is Tuesday, September 20 from 4-5:30 p.m.

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship’s Pros Fore Patients returns to tournament week and will be held Tuesday, September 20 from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.

Sep 13, 2016

Hyundai Hope on Wheels Awards $250,000 Research Grant to Nationwide Childrens Hospital in Honor of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Hyundai Hope On Wheels® (HHOW) and Columbus-area Hyundai dealers presented Kevin Cassady, MD, and Principal Investigator in the Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Diseases in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital with a $250,000 Scholar Grant to be used to improve

Sep 01, 2016

MEDIA ADVISORY: Greater Columbus area SUBWAY® shops September campaign kick-off event

M E D I A A D V I S O R Y WHAT: Greater Columbus area SUBWAY® shops September campaign kick-off event. Proceeds from campaign will benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 1 at 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Grandview SUBWAY® shop 1576 W.

Aug 17, 2016

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announces Be The Reason Fundraising Campaign

Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced the unveiling of the “Be The Reason” campaign today. The comprehensive campaign will serve as the foundation to continue establishing Nationwide Children’s as the country’s most integrated pediatric healthcare system.

Jul 27, 2016

Dairy Queen Blizzard® Sales to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital on Miracle Treat Day, July 28

On Miracle Treat Day, July 28, $1 or more from every Blizzard® Treat sold at participating DQ® locations will be donated to local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Jul 20, 2016

Thirty-One Gifts, Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Girls Take Flight Partnership

Thirty-One Gifts, through its philanthropic initiative, Thirty-One Gives, recently announced a bold partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital called “Girls Take Flight.” The partnership between the direct selling company and pediatric hospital is dedicated to helping girls

Jul 09, 2016

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2016 Patient Champions at RunFest

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce its “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on this year’s course.

Jun 28, 2016

Lionel Racing Gifts More Than $46,000 on Behalf of Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Lionel Racing, the official Die-cast of NASCAR and agency of the Racing Collectables Club of America, raised more than $26,000 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital during its annual RCCA member’s event May 21 in Concord, N.C.

May 23, 2016

Nationwide Foundation Pediatric Innovation Fund bolsters recruitment of international genomics leaders to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital has recruited world-renowned researchers Richard K. Wilson, Ph.D. and Elaine R. Mardis, Ph.D. marking a transformational milestone for its genomics research program.

May 13, 2016

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Staff and Kids Star in Fashion Show Hosted and Styled by Designer Christian Siriano

Lane Bryant, the nation's leading women's specialty size apparel brand, and Columbus-based Nationwide Children’s Hospital partnered to present an exclusive fashion show last night, aligning with the brand’s Give. Share. Love.

May 09, 2016

Nationwide and Golf Channel Establish Strategic Partnership to Elevate the Profile of the Memorial Tournament Presented by Nationwide

ORLANDO, Fla., May 9, 2016 – In celebrating more than 40 years as a marquee event on the PGA TOUR, Golf Channel and Nationwide announced today a new partnership that will honor the legacy of tournament host and founder Jack Nicklaus, and showcase the rich philanthropic tradition of

Apr 20, 2016

Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide shines a bright light on Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital alliance

Dublin, Ohio – The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide hosted the sixth annual Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide today, a unique, award-winning fundraiser that brings to life the alliance between the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide

Apr 20, 2016

Lane Bryant Debuts New Campaign in Support of Nationwide Children's Hospital

Lane Bryant, the nation's leading women's specialty size apparel brand, is partnering with Columbus-based Nationwide Children's Hospital to support the hospital and its efforts through a national omni-channel campaign this spring.

Apr 04, 2016

Germain of Columbus, Reach Out and Read to Accept Book Donations on Behalf of Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Germain of Columbus will partner with Reach Out and Read to accept book donations on behalf of Nationwide Children’s Hospital from April 1-30. Donations can be made at any of the five local Germain dealerships. (See locations below).

Mar 30, 2016

The Dale Jr. Foundation Driven to Give Gloves Program Set for 16 Debut

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 25, 2016) – The Dale Jr. Foundation (TDJF) announced today that its successful Driven to Give Gloves program will focus on four Patient Champions from Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) for its 2016 initiative.

Feb 20, 2016

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Patients & Staff to Attend Preview of Mary Poppins The Broadway Musical

Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will give Nationwide Children’s patients and staff an exclusive sneak peek of Mary Poppins The Broadway Musical Sunday, Feb. 21 before the show premiers at the Palace Theatre in March.

Feb 16, 2016

Justice Stores Third Annual National Fundraising Campaign to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital Begins Feb. 26

For the third-consecutive year, tween retailer Justice (an Ascena Retail Group, Inc. company) will launch a national fundraising effort in their stores to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The “Give Hope” campaign will begin Feb.

Feb 01, 2016

Expanded Westside Primary Care Center Opens, Thanks to Collaborative West Side Fund Donation

Nationwide Children’s Hospital will open their expanded Westside Primary Care Center today. In 2014, Hollywood Casino Columbus and the City of Columbus donated a gift of $500,000 to make the expansion possible.

Jan 25, 2016

IHOP to Raise Funds on Behalf of Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Central Ohio IHOP franchises will begin a month-long effort to raise funds on behalf of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospital, beginning Monday, Feb. 1.

Nov 30, 2015

Donatos Pizza and Cheryls® Cookies Partner to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital

For the second-consecutive year, patrons of Donatos Pizza will have an opportunity to support life-saving research and care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. From Nov. 30 to Jan.

Nov 25, 2015

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Annual Holiday Toy Drive

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Annual Toy Drive to benefit patients at Nationwide Children’s will be held Saturday, December 5, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Nov 23, 2015

Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Mazda Drive for Good® Partner to Do Good

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) have partnered during this holiday season to raise awareness and support life-saving research and care at Nationwide Children’s.

Nov 18, 2015

Media Advisory: Big Lots customers make seven-figure gift from Give Big campaign to Nationwide Children's Hospital

What: Big Lots and its customers make extraordinary seven-figure gift from “Give Big” campaign to Nationwide Children's Hospital! When: Thursday, November 19 at 10 a.m.

Nov 17, 2015

The Memorial Tournament Presented By Nationwide Raises $2 Million for Charity During 40th Edition

Dublin, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today that the 40th playing of the prestigious invitational, held June 1 – 7, 2015, raised $2 million for charitable organizations in central Ohio, including a record-setting $1,607,118.53 for

Oct 13, 2015

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2015 Patient Champions Mile Themes

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce the mile themes for its field of “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26.2 miles on this year’s course.

Oct 13, 2015

Media Advisory: Bringing Halloween to Kids at Nationwide Children's Hospital

WHO: Volunteers from local Spirit Halloween stores, patients and families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Spirit of Children Program has raised more than $124,555 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital to date.

Oct 12, 2015

93rd Annual TWIG Bazaar Scheduled for November 8 at Ohio Expo Center

Celebrating its 93rd year, the TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted gifts created by TWIG members and outside artisans from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8 in the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center.

Sep 24, 2015

Spirit Halloweens 10 For 10 Coupon to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Spirit Halloween stores are supporting central Ohio’s sick and injured children with the return of their annual ‘10 for 10’ coupon to raise funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Sep 15, 2015

Audition Registration Now Open for Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical

To raise funds for central Ohio’s only pediatric hospice and palliative care program, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins March 11-13 at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.

Sep 09, 2015

Seventh Annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza to Take Place at Lynd Fruit Farm September 19

The seventh annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza, benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s inpatient rehabilitation unit, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lynd Fruit Farm, located at 9851 Morse Road SW in Pataskala.

Aug 31, 2015

Diamond Cellar Joins the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer with Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Throughout the month of September, Diamond Cellar will help the fight against pediatric cancer when the jeweler contributes five percent of every jewelry repair to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. From Sept.

Jul 16, 2015

Blizzard Sales as Part of Miracle Treat Day Benefit 170 Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals Around the Country, Including Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Celebrate Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day on July 30 when $1 or more from Dairy Queen Blizzard® sales at participating central Ohio Dairy Queen and DQ Grill & Chill restaurants directly benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital, one of 170 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Jun 15, 2015

93rd Annual TWIG Bazaar Call for Artisans

Celebrating its 93rd year, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is excited to invite crafters to be a part of its annual fundraising event, the TWIG Bazaar, on Sunday, November 8th.

Jun 10, 2015

Justice Stores National Fundraising Give Hope Campaign Raises More Than $535,000 to Help Kids Everywhere

After the launch of tween retailer Justice (an ascena retail group company) and Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s spring “Give Hope” national store campaign in early April, the fundraising effort raised $535,369 during a four-week period with The Research Institute at

Jun 05, 2015

Nationwide Foundation Announces Gift to Transform the Lives of Children Through Genomics Research at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

The Nationwide Foundation today announced a new $10 million gift for the Nationwide Pediatric Innovation Fund at Nationwide Children’s Hospital to help make significant progress toward important research in genomics.

May 15, 2015

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosted 2015 Spring Middle School Career Day, Presented by Time Warner Cable

More than 100 students participated in the 2015 Spring Middle School Career Day, Presented by Time Warner Cable, at Nationwide Children’s Hospital May 15.

May 07, 2015

Cure SMA Provides Additional Funding for Promising Spinal Muscular Atrophy Research at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Cure SMA, the leading organization dedicated to the treatment and cure of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), recently provided an additional $445,000 grant toward a gene therapy for SMA at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Apr 24, 2015

Applebees Grill & Bar Partners with Nationwide Childrens Hospital To Help Kids Everywhere

Applebee’s Grill & Bar has teamed with Nationwide Children’s Hospital for a three-week fundraising campaign that will benefit patients and families who travel to Nationwide Children’s Hospital for its expert research and care.

Apr 13, 2015

Registration Open for Junior Golf Classic Slated for July 6 at The Ohio State University Golf Club

Registration is now open for the 23rd Annual Junior Golf Classic, slated for Monday, July 6 at The Ohio State University Golf Club, Scarlet and Gray Courses. The event is organized by the Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital with all proceeds benefitting the hospital.

Apr 06, 2015

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Welcomes Power 107.5 and Magic 106.3 for the Radio One Childrens Miracle Network Radiothon April 17

Nationwide Children’s Hospital will welcome Radio One’s local radio stations Power 107.5 and Magic 106. 3 Friday, April 17, for the annual Radio One Radiothon that helps sick and injured kids receiving care and treatment at Nationwide Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network

Mar 11, 2015

Rite Aid and Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals Kick Off Annual Miracle Balloon Campaign

Rite Aid’s 2015 Miracle Balloon campaign is now underway for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, including Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Mar 09, 2015

Nationwide Children's Hospital Joins Nationwide to Make Safe Happen Easier for Parents and Caregivers

Watch this video to learn more about the Make Safe Happen app. Nationwide Children’s Hospital is joining Nationwide – one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the U.S. – in their effort to prevent childhood injury.

Feb 25, 2015

Willy Wonkas Chocolate Factory Comes to Life at the Palace Theater

To raise funds for central Ohio’s only pediatric hospice and palliative care program, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Feb.ruary 27 – to March 1st at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre, located at 34 W.est Broad

Feb 24, 2015

MEDIA ADVISORY: Special Performances of Willy Wonka the Musical at the Palace Theatre to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is making way for scrumdidilyumptious fun. This Feb. 27 at 10:30 a.m., Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s will give Columbus City School students an exclusive sneak peek of Willy Wonka the Musical before the curtain goes up opening night.

Feb 11, 2015

Nationwide Childrens Hospital and IHOP Partner to Help Kids Everywhere During National Pancake Day

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and all seven central Ohio IHOP franchises are pleased to announce their partnership that will benefit children locally, as well as everywhere.

Nov 28, 2014

"Wheel of Fortune" Viewers Can Turn Spins into Miracles for Nationwide Children's Hospital

America’s Game®, Wheel of Fortune is once again presenting viewers with its popular “Secret Santa Sweepstakes” brought to you by Walmart, and this year the at-home viewers aren’t the only winners.

Nov 24, 2014

Donatos Campaign Good Cheer Launches, Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Donatos Pizza are pleased to announce the Donatos “Good Cheer” Campaign, which will run from Nov. 25 to Dec. 29, 2014.

Sep 12, 2014

Spirit Halloween's 10 For 10 Coupon To Benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital

Spirit Halloween stores are supporting Central Ohio’s sick and injured kids with the return of their annual ‘10 for 10’ coupon to raise funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a member of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Sep 06, 2014

Media Advisory: Kohls Department Stores, Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Program Gift

WHAT: Kohl’s Department Stores check presentation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital at the Home & Garden Show and Holiday Fest WHO: The gift supports the Kohl’s Cares® Safety for All Seasons program www.NationwideChildrens.org/Safety at Nationwide Children’s

Sep 05, 2014

TWIG of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Holiday Cards Artwork Contest

Now through September 15, 2014, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites kids 16 years and younger to submit holiday artwork for the 2014 Holiday Cards Contest.

Aug 12, 2014

Dairy Queen Hosting DQ Miracle Treat Day Thursday

Raise your spoons and gather your friends to celebrate DQ Miracle Treat Day on August 14, when all proceeds from Dairy Queen Blizzard sales at participating Dairy Queen and DQ Grill & Chill stores around the country directly benefit 170 Children’s Miracle Network hospitals, including

May 01, 2014

Walmart, Sams Club Locations Raise Vital Funds for Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Beginning today through June 11, Walmart customers and Sam’s Club members can help “Every child live better” by making a donation of $1 or more at the retailers’ 42 locations raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a local Children’s Miracle Network

Apr 25, 2014

Wolfe Associates, Inc. Pledge $1 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Wolfe Associates, Inc. has generously pledged $1 million to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to establish The Wolfe Associates, Inc. Fellowship in Endocrinology honoring Juan Sotos, MD, for his dedication and vast contributions to the field of pediatric endocrinology.

Apr 14, 2014

Denim & Diamonds Gala Slated April 26 at Brookside Golf and Country Club

The ninth-annual Denim & Diamonds Gala, benefiting The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 at Brookside Golf and Country Club located at 2770 W. Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235.

Apr 02, 2014

Wolfe Associates, Inc. Pledges $2 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital Establishing Two Newly-Named Fellowships

Recently, Wolfe Associates, Inc. donated $2 million to Nationwide Children’s Hospital establishing two fellowships – The Wolfe Associates, Inc. Fellowship in Pediatric Oncology and The Wolfe Associates, Inc. Fellowship in Advanced Cardiac Noninvasive Imaging (Echocardiography).

Mar 14, 2014

Tween Brands and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Team Up for Give Hope National Fundraising Campaign

Tween Brands and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have teamed up for “Give Hope,” a national fundraising campaign to benefit research at the hospital and to help patients and families who come from all over the world for expert care at Nationwide Children’s.

Feb 22, 2014

Media Advisory: Shrek the Musical to Perform Special Show for Nationwide Children's Hospital Patients and Staff

MEDIA ADVISORY Shrek the Musical to Perform Special Show for Nationwide Children’s Hospital Patients and Staff Nationwide Children’s Hospital is making way for some ogre-sized fun! Who: Shrek the Musical cast What: Shrek cast will give Nationwide Children’s Hospital patients an

Feb 12, 2014

Home of Distinction Open for Tours March 6-23; Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Cua Builders, alongside WBNS-10TV, is proud to showcase this year’s “Home of Distinction” to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The luxury home, which showcases the latest in building products and design trends, will be open to the public to tour.

Feb 06, 2014

Nationwide Children's Hospital Custom License Plate Now Available

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Everything Matters license plates are now available through the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, with $25 from each purchase going to support Nationwide Children’s. “We are grateful to Ohio Rep.

Feb 03, 2014

The Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party Slated for March 8

TWIG III, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, invites the public to its 13th annual Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party event on Saturday, March 8, 2014. All proceeds from the event benefit the pediatric cancer program at Nationwide Children’s.

Dec 17, 2013

American Electric Power Foundation Donates $1 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital Supporting Telemedicine Services

The AEP Foundation recently donated $1 million to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to support the expansion of its telemedicine services into rural areas of southeast Ohio.

Dec 16, 2013

Dr. Richard E. Kirschner Recipient of The Robert F. and Edgar T. Wolfe Foundation Chair in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

During a ceremony held Friday, Richard E. Kirschner, MD, chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and director of the Cleft Lip and Palate-Craniofacial Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, was announced as the first recipient of The Robert F. and Edgar T.

Dec 11, 2013

Media Advisory: The Great Toy Drop-Off Saturday at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

M E D I A A D V I S O R Y WHAT: “The Great Toy Drop-Off” Saturday at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Toy donations accepted for patients of Nationwide Children’s WHEN: Saturday, December 14, 2013 9 a.m.

Dec 02, 2013

Ticket Sales Kick Off for "Shrek" the Musical

Make way for Ogre-sized family fun! Ticket sales kick off today, Monday, Dec. 2 for “Shrek” presented by Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, with performances scheduled for March 7-9, 2014 at the historic Palace Theatre in Columbus.

Nov 20, 2013

Columbus Resident Joan Wallick Donates $1 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital Supporting the Joan Fellowship in Pediatric Hemostasis-Thrombosis

Joan Wallick, a Columbus resident (43209), recently donated $1 million to Nationwide Children’s Hospital establishing the Joan Fellowship in Pediatric Hemostasis-Thrombosis which will train the next generation of physicians in the discipline.

Nov 07, 2013

Local Bruegger's Bagels Hosts Free Coffee Day Today; Benefits Nationwide Children's Hospital

Bruegger’s Bagels hosts its annual Free Coffee Day today, Thursday, Nov. 7, 2013, and kicks off its annual fundraiser for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals with a coffee campaign that benefits children’s hospitals across the U.S.

Oct 29, 2013

Columbus Blue Jackets Players Recognize Hockey Fights Cancer Awareness Month with Visit to Nationwide Children's Hospital Wednesday

MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: In recognition of the National Hockey League’s Hockey Fights Cancer Awareness month, the Columbus Blue Jackets players and mascot Stinger will visit patients and their families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Oct 21, 2013

2013 Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Breaks Multiple Records

Athletes in the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon lucked out with weather conditions, but it wasn’t luck that broke the following Columbus Marathon records this year: The event raised a record-breaking $1.25 million and counting for Nationwide

Oct 15, 2013

91st Annual TWIG Bazaar Scheduled for November 10 at Ohio Expo Center

Celebrating its 91st year, the TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted gifts created by TWIG members and outside artisans 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, November 10, 2013 in the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center.

Oct 14, 2013

Whats Big, Green and Coming to the Palace Theatre? Shrek!

To raise funds for central Ohio’s only pediatric hospice and palliative care program, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present Shrek the Musical March 7-9, 2014 at Columbus' historic Palace Theatre, 34 West Broad Street.

Oct 09, 2013

Loves Travel Stops in Jeffersonville and Baltimore, Ohio, raise combined $22,173 for Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Love’s Travel Stop 352 in Jeffersonville, Ohio and 221 in Baltimore, Ohio, raised more than $20,000 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Love’s set a new fundraising record during this year’s five-week campaign by raising more than $2 million for Children’s Miracle

Sep 30, 2013

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Sells Out In Record Time

The 34th Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon has sold every last spot in the race for the seventh consecutive year. A field of 18,000 athletes will compete Sunday, October 20, 2013. This is the fastest the marathon has ever sold all its space.

Sep 25, 2013

Nationwide Children's Hospital Awarded $250,000 Childhood Cancer Research Grant from Hyundai Hope On Wheels

Hyundai Hope On Wheels® and Central Ohio Hyundai dealers will today award Nationwide Children’s Hospital with a $250,000 Hyundai Hope Grant for pediatric cancer research.

Sep 06, 2013

Media Alert: Kohls Department Stores, Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Program Gift

WHAT: Kohl’s Department Stores check presentation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital at the Home & Garden Show and Holiday Fest WHO: The gift supports the K.I.S.S. program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, which supports injury prevention and safety education programs.

Sep 03, 2013

James P. Digan Named President of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Foundation

James P. Digan has been appointed president of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation, effective today. He brings a wealth of diverse fundraising experience to this role including previous foundation leadership roles at other health systems, foundations and higher education

Aug 19, 2013

Country Jam for Kids Country Music Celebration Slated for September 6

Country Jam for Kids, a music celebration hosted by 92.3 WCOL radio, will be held on Friday, September 6, 2013 at the Lifestyle Communities Pavilion Outdoor Amphitheater located at 405 Neil Avenue, Columbus, 43215.

Aug 07, 2013

TWIG of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Holiday Cards Artwork Contest

Now through August 31, 2013, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites kids 16 years and younger to submit holiday artwork for the 2013 Holiday Cards Contest.

Jun 20, 2013

Call for Volunteers for Upcoming Races at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course;Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is currently seeking volunteers for two races taking place at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio – the Buckeye Super Bike Weekend presented by Dunlop Tire slated for July 12-14, 2013 and The Honda Indy 200 scheduled for August 2-4, 2013.

Jun 12, 2013

TWIG Bazaar Invites Outside Vendors to Participate In Event for First Time

Celebrating the 91st anniversary of the Bazaar this year, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is excited to announce they have opened up the event to include and feature the work of outside vendors.

Jun 05, 2013

Northwestern Mutual Kemelgor Financial Group and Cheeriodicals Spread Cheer to Patients at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

M E D I A A D V I S O R Y WHAT: Northwestern Mutual – Kemelgor Financial Group and Cheeriodicals Spread Cheer to Patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital 240 big green boxes made up of age-appropriate magazines, toys and crafts will be delivered to patients Friday WHEN: Friday, June

May 21, 2013

Kroger Campaign Kids Come First Launches, Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital

The Kroger “Kids Come First” campaign runs now through June 22, 2013. Customers at all central Ohio and Ohio Valley Kroger grocery check-outs will have the opportunity to purchase a paper bear for $1 (or donate more) with every dollar raised benefitting Nationwide Children’s

May 17, 2013

Circle of Friends 10th Annual Run for the Rainbow June 14

Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host its 10th Annual Run for the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Friday, June 14, 2013 at New Albany Market Square, 180 Market St., New Albany, Ohio.

May 09, 2013

IGS Energy Evening with Don Felder and Toad the Wet Sprocket presented by City of Dublin

WHEN: Friday, May 10, 2013 6 p.m. (EDT) VIP Doors Open 7:45 p.m. performance by Toad the Wet Sprocket 9:15 p.m. performance by Don Felder WHERE: The LC – Lifestyle Communities Pavilion 405 Neil Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215 WHO: Don Felder is renowned as the former lead guitarist of The

May 08, 2013

Central Ohio Walmart Locations Launch Fundraising Campaign

Now through June 21, 2013, Walmart stores throughout central Ohio are raising needed charitable funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a member of Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals.

Apr 25, 2013

Media Advisory: Auntie Annes Raises Dough for Nationwide Children's Hospital

EVENT DETAILS Auntie Anne's Eastland Mall location is celebrating National Pretzel Day by donating 100 percent of its pretzel and drink sales for the second year in a row to Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Apr 24, 2013

Legends Luncheon Presented by Nationwide Insurance Continues to Highlight Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Alliance

The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance hosted today the third annual Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance, a unique, award-winning fundraiser to central Ohio that brings to life the alliance between the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide

Apr 23, 2013

Women's Auxiliary Council Hosts Event for Prospective Members on May 7

The Women’s Auxiliary Council of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is hosting an informational dessert and coffee event for prospective members at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Brookside Golf and Country Club, 2770 West Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43235.

Apr 18, 2013

Media Advisory: Third Annual Legends Luncheon Presented by Nationwide Insurance

WHAT The third annual Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance A unique, award-winning philanthropic event in central Ohio WHO Jack and Barbara Nicklaus Nationwide CEO, Steve Rasmussen and his wife Cindy Nationwide Children’s Hospital CEO, Steve Allen, MD, and his wife Jamie Special

Apr 11, 2013

Tee Jayes Country Place Restaurants Supports the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

In light of Autism Awareness Month and throughout the entire month of April, central Ohio Tee Jaye’s Country Place Restaurants will be asking customers to round up their bill to support the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Apr 08, 2013

10th Annual a dvine affair Slated for April 19

The 10th annual “a d’vine affair” will be held 6:30 – 11 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2013 at The Boat House at Confluence Park. Proceeds from this wine tasting event benefit Lavender Ribbons Inc., a non-profit organization raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Apr 05, 2013

Denim & Diamonds Gala Slated for April 20

The eighth-annual Denim & Diamonds Gala, benefiting The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held 7 – 11 p.m. Saturday, April 20, 2013 at the Brookside Golf and Country Club located at 2770 West Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43235.

Mar 29, 2013

TWIG Hosts Meet & Greet for Prospective Members April 16

TWIG, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host an informational “Meet & Greet” for prospective members 6 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at The Wine Bistro in Upper Arlington (1750 W. Lane Ave. Suite 100).

Mar 28, 2013

Media Alert: Nationwide Childrens to Receive Stuffed Bunny Donations from Local H&R Block Thursday

PHOTO OPP: For Further Information Contact: Lisa Patterson, 816-305-4421, lisa.patterson@hrblock.com WHAT: Associates and clients will celebrate Easter a few days early when they make a donation of nearly 500 stuffed bunnies to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. WHEN: 3 p.m.

Mar 18, 2013

Round-Up for Nationwide Childrens Friday, March 22 at Central Ohio Speedway Locations

Score big for Nationwide Children’s Hospital on Friday, March 22, 2013! On Friday, all central Ohio Speedway locations will be asking customer’s to “Round-Up” their purchases and donate to Nationwide Children’s.

Mar 15, 2013

Registration Open for Junior Golf Classic Slated for July 8 at The Ohio State University Golf Club

Registration is open for the 21st Annual Junior Golf Classic slated for Monday, July 8, 2013 at The Ohio State University Golf Club – Gray Course. The event is organized by the Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital with proceeds benefitting the hospital.

Mar 14, 2013

OSU Alum, ESPN Analyst Joey Galloway Named Honorary Chair of Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic

Legendary Ohio State football coach Woody Hayes taught those he coached to “pay forward.” Joey Galloway, former wide receiver on the 1991-94 Ohio State football team, is doing just that by accepting the honorary chairmanship of the 37th Annual Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic slated for

Feb 22, 2013

Media Advisory: Exclusive Performance of Peter Pan for Patients of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Sunday

M E D I A A D V I S O R Y WHAT: Exclusive Performance of “Peter Pan” for Patients of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sunday Cast members of the play, presented by Pleasure Guild, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s, will take patients on a journey to “Neverland”

Feb 15, 2013

BuckeyeThon Raises More Than $608,000 for Nationwide Childrens Hospital

BuckeyeThon, the annual dance marathon, which took place Friday and Saturday in the Ohio Union on the campus of The Ohio State University, raised $608,623 for Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital — an increase of nearly 34 percent from

Feb 05, 2013

The Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party Slated for March 9

TWIG III of Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites the public to their 12th annual Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party event on Saturday, March 9, 2013. All proceeds from the event will benefit the pediatric cancer program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Jan 31, 2013

Sophias Cure Foundation Donates $650,000 in 2012 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Brian Kaspar, PhD, principal investigator in the Center for Gene Therapy at The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, along with a team of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) researchers and clinicians, received $650,000 in grants in 2012 from Sophia’s Cure Foundation for SMA

Jan 17, 2013

First-Year Partnership Yields Nearly $1 Million For Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Ohio’s largest marathon will celebrate the first year of its new charitable partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital with a 50-percent hike in financial support from the Columbus Marathon’s board to the hospital.

Nov 26, 2012

Kinder Key Calls for Caroling Groups for Holiday Season

Celebrate the holiday season by organizing a group of friends, family or co-workers to sing songs of cheer and bring new hope to young hearts for the annual Kinder Key holiday caroling drive – Caroling for a Cause.

Nov 16, 2012

Christines Christmas Concert Presented by Macys Slated for December 8

During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts. In 2003, Christine Wilson and four of her friends perished in a tragic arson near the campus of The Ohio State University. To honor her precious life, the 9th annual Christine’s Christmas will be presented.

Nov 13, 2012

Nationwide Insurance Partners with Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course for Inaugural Nationwide Children's Hospital 200

Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course announced a three-year partnership with Nationwide Insurance and Nationwide Children’s Hospital earlier today to bring the NASCAR Nationwide Series to Ohio for the first time.

Oct 31, 2012

90th Anniversary of the TWIG Bazaar Slated for November 11 at Ohio Expo Center

Celebrating its 90th year, the TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted gifts and items as well as the beautiful Avenue of Trees and Wreaths 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, November 11, 2012 at the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center.

Oct 23, 2012

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Breaks Participant Record

Near perfect running conditions, 25 patient champions from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, 100-plus bands and entertainment along the course and a first-ever trip through Ohio Stadium for marathoners highlighted the 33rd annual race today.

Oct 18, 2012

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Sells Out For Sixth Straight Year

All 18,000 slots are filled for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon that will take place this Sunday, October 21, 2012. This marks the sixth straight year the event has sold out and the largest full marathon field in the history of the event.

Oct 04, 2012

The Torch Relay for Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals Comes Through Columbus

Columbus residents will join upwards of 10,000 participants from 22 cities for an 11th annual coast-to-coast event: The Torch Relay for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, a charity that raises funds for children’s hospitals. The Columbus event will take place on Sunday, Oct.

Oct 03, 2012

Kroger Makes $460,000 Contribution to Nationwide Childrens Hospital on Behalf of Customers and Associates

Kroger customers and associates have again proven they care about central Ohio children and their families by contributing $122,710.85 during Kroger’s second annual “Kids Come First” campaign.

Sep 19, 2012

'Cards for Kids' October 12 at Scioto Country Club Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital

TWIG III of Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites the public to their third annual Cards for Kids event Friday, October 12, 2012 at Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Drive in Upper Arlington.

Sep 18, 2012

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Championship joins Web.com Tour Finals

Tournament Officials announced today a new name, date and format for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship. The Tournament, to be played the week of September 9-15, 2013, will help usher in a new era on the Web.com Tour as it will host the third of four tournaments that will

Sep 10, 2012

Kohls Donates More Than $300,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Support Community Education Program

Kohl’s Department Store, through the Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, recently donated $301,046 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The donations were collected from Kohl’s stores located throughout central Ohio.

Sep 04, 2012

SONGS FOR SOUND: Behind The Music

Join us for Songs for Sound: Behind The Music on Friday, September 21, 2012 at the Bluestone (583 East Broad St.). This intimate evening with the Nashville singer/songwriters directly benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s.

Aug 16, 2012

Women's Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital to host Healthy Eating Habits Luncheon at Franklin Park Conservatory

Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s is hosting an informational luncheon called “Information Please!: Teaching Children Healthy Eating Habits” on Thursday, September 13, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Aug 15, 2012

Pleasure Guild donates more than $468,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital, elects new Board of Directors

Pleasure Guild, a 104-year-old organization committed to raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Hospice and Palliative Care program, recently presented a check totaling $468,249.00 to Dr. Steve Allen, CEO of Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Aug 15, 2012

Laughs Raise Money for Nationwide Childrens

Children receiving hospice care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will benefit from ticket sales to “Laughing, Living, Giving” — an event featuring live sketch comedy, a rock entertainment show, silent auction and raffle, as well as a cocktail buffet with complimentary beer

Aug 13, 2012

TWIG of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Holiday Cards Artwork Contest

Is your child, grandchild, niece or nephew a budding artist? Have them submit holiday artwork for the 2012 Holiday Cards Contest! Each year, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital selects pieces of children’s artwork and creates beautiful holiday cards, which are then sold to raise

Aug 01, 2012

Buy Your Rubber Duck Racers at Kroger for the First Ever Great Scioto Duck Race to Raise Funds for Pediatric Research

This Labor Day Weekend, something new is making waves. The Great Scioto Duck Race, organized by The Development Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will take place on Sunday, September 2 at Genoa Park on the Scioto Mile.

Jul 25, 2012

Media Advisory: Dairy Queen Serves Cold Treats to Benefit Patients and Families at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

WHAT: Representatives from central Ohio Dairy Queen stores visit Nationwide Children’s Hospital, along with Brutus Buckeye from The Ohio State University, for a ribbon cutting ceremony to open the ‘Ice Cream Parlor’ in the Clinical Therapies Gym Local Dairy Queen stores donated

Jul 06, 2012

MEDIA ADVISORY: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Training Begins with RunFest July 7th

WHAT: The Third Annual FREE RunFest event to kick off the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon training season; announcement of entire field of the 26 “Patient Champions” who will represent each mile on the Marathon’s route WHEN: Saturday, July

Jun 18, 2012

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon Training Kickoff Starts At RunFest on July 7

More than 1,000 people are expected to kick off the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon training season at the third annual RunFest celebration event on Saturday, July 7, 2012 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Landmark Aviation, 4130 E. Fifth Ave.

Jun 10, 2012

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opening Gala featuring Harry Connick Jr., Raises $3.8 Million

With a remarkable outpouring of support from the central Ohio community, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Opening Gala, featuring three-time Grammy award winner, Harry Connick Jr., raised an astounding $3.8 million, directly benefiting research at Nationwide Children’s.

Jun 01, 2012

Media Advisory: Kids Come First Campaign Kick-Off Celebrations at Three Central Ohio Kroger Locations

WHAT: “Kids Come First” Campaign Kick-Off Celebrations at Three Central Ohio Kroger Locations Kroger campaign benefits Nationwide Children’s Hospital; runs through June 30, 2012 WHEN: Saturday, June 2, 2012 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

May 29, 2012

Circle of Friends 9th Annual Run for the Rainbow June 15

Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host its 9th Annual Run for the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Friday, June 15 at New Albany Market Square, 180 Market St., New Albany, Ohio.

May 18, 2012

Media Advisory: 3rd Annual 'Rockin on the Run' 5K Run/Walk Saturday at Madison County Fairgrounds

WHAT: 3rd Annual “Rockin’ on the Run” 5K Run/Walk Saturday at Madison County Fairgrounds Benefits Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 2012 10 a.m. – media opportunity WHERE: Madison County Fairgrounds 205 Elm St.

May 16, 2012

IGS Energy to serve as title sponsor for the Memorial Tournaments annual benefit concert through 2015

The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance announced today that IGS Energy has extended its title sponsorship of the Tournament’s annual benefit concert through 2015.

Apr 26, 2012

"Rockin on the Run" 5K Run/Walk Slated for May 19

The third annual “Rockin’ on the Run” 5K run/walk and family day will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012 at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London. All proceeds benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Mar 09, 2012

Ben Folds to play annual charity concert benefiting the Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital alliance

Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance announced today the details of its 2012 benefit concert. IGS Energy Evening with Ben Folds presented by City of Dublin will benefit the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Mar 06, 2012

The 9th Annual Evening of Hope benefitting The Center for Family Safety and Healing to be held April 21, 2012

The 9th Annual “Evening of Hope” to benefit The Center for Family Safety and Healing will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at 8 p.m. at Bon Vie Bistro, located at Easton Town Center.

Feb 14, 2012

Childrens Miracle Network in central Ohio receives $108,000 from Walmart Regional Distribution Center and Transportation Offices

Representatives from Walmart’s Grove City Regional Distribution and Transportation Facility today presented a check for $108,162 to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) to support Nationwide Children’s Hospital and its continued care for the children in central Ohio.

Feb 13, 2012

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Invites Current, Former Patients to Become Special Part of the Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon

Recently, it was announced that Nationwide Children’s Hospital would be the title beneficiary of the newly named, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, for the next three years.

Feb 07, 2012

Loves Travel Stops and Jeffersonville Hardees® Contribute $30,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

As a participant in the 2011 Children’s Miracle Network Hospital (CMNH) Campaign, Love’s travel stops in the Columbus market raised $30,357 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, making them one of the CMNH top locations for percentage increase from 2010.

Feb 03, 2012

Media Advisory: Support Ansleys Campaign and Support Patients at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

WHAT: Support “Ansley’s Campaign” and Support Patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Moochie & Co. at Tuttle hosts event Saturday afternoon featuring Nationwide Children’s very own four-legged “M.D.” – Medical Dog – Ansley; stock up for

Jan 24, 2012

Tickets On Sale for Seussical

Tickets are available for the production of Seussical presented by Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Seussical is a magical musical extravaganza featuring favorite Dr.

Dec 09, 2011

Media Advisory: Christines Christmas Saturday Evening

WHAT: “Christine’s Christmas” Saturday Evening Concert honors and celebrates the life of Christine Wilson; benefits the Burn Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Saturday, December 10, 2011 8 p.m. – media opportunity *doors open at 7 p.m.

Dec 08, 2011

Media Advisory: Songs for Sound Event Friday Evening at the Bluestone

WHAT: “Songs for Sound” Event Friday Evening at the Bluestone Event benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Friday, December 9, 2011 7-11 p.m. – media opportunity WHERE: Bluestone 583 East Broad St.

Nov 30, 2011

Ticket Sales Kick off for Seussical the Musical

Ticket sales began today for “Seussical,” presented by Pleasure Guild (PG) of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, with performances scheduled for March 2, 3 and 4, 2012, at the Palace Theatre in Columbus.

Nov 15, 2011

Songs for Sound: Behind The Music

Join us for Songs for Sound: Behind The Music on Friday, December 9, 2011 at the Bluestone (583 East Broad St.) from 7 to 11 p.m. This intimate evening with the Nashville singer/songwriters directly benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s.

Nov 10, 2011

"Christines Christmas" Concert Slated for December 10

During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts. In 2003, Christine Wilson and four of her friends perished in a tragic arson near the campus of The Ohio State University.

Nov 02, 2011

Kroger Matches Customer Contribution for $200,000 Donation to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Kroger customers confirmed “Kids Come First” when they donated $100,000 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, during Child Safety Month in September.

Oct 25, 2011

Time Warner Cable, Mid Ohio to Donate Teddy Bears and Backpacks to Nationwide Children's Hospital Hematology/Oncology Unit

WHAT: Twenty employees from Time Warner Cable, Mid Ohio will donate custom made teddy bears and Connect A Million Minds backpacks to Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Unit staff for distribution to patients living with cancer.

Oct 24, 2011

TWIG Bazaar Slated for November 13 at Ohio Expo Center

In its 89th year, the TWIG Bazaar is back and offers attendees the opportunity to purchase unique, handcrafted gifts created by TWIG members with all proceeds benefitting the Rehabilitation Unit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The Bazaar will be held 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Oct 14, 2011

Media Advisory: Macys to Present Donation to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

WHAT: Macy’s to Present Donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital Gift part of the Memorial Tournament Bears for Children’s Program WHEN: Friday, October 14, 2011 11:30 a.m. *11:15 a.m.

Oct 03, 2011

'Cards for Kids' Slated for October 18

TWIG III invites participants to ‘Deal A Hand’ for Nationwide Children’s Hospital by attending Cards for Kids on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Drive in Upper Arlington.

Sep 19, 2011

TWIG N Treasures Tag Sale September 23-25 to benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

WIG 2 and 3 will host TWIG N’ Treasures Tag Sale benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital Friday-Sunday, September 23-25, 2011 in the Bexley Square Shopping Center located at 2216 E. Main St. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon – 4 p.m.

Sep 19, 2011

Team Benjamin Sets Its Sights on Nationwide Insurance Columbus Marathon

Seven-year-old Benjamin Cox is almost certain to cross the finish line of the Nationwide Insurance Columbus Marathon one small step ahead of his father, Matt Cox (the Cox family is from Cleveland, OH 44114).

Sep 15, 2011

Kohls Donates More Than $300,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Kohl’s Department Store, through the Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, will announce a $306,153 donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital during a check presentation ceremony Sunday, September 18, 2011 at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium’s Fall Festival.

Sep 14, 2011

Inaugural Live Comedy Event to Help Terminally Ill Kids

Pleasure Guild, an auxiliary women’s volunteer group of Nationwide Children’s Hospital that fundraises specifically on behalf of the hospital’s Hospice and Palliative Care Program, will host “Laughing, Living, Giving” on October 5, 2011 from 6 to 9 p.m.

May 12, 2011

2011 BIA Parade of Homes Slated for June 11 - 26

The 2011 Parade of Homes, presented by the Building Industry Association (BIA) of central Ohio, will run Saturday, June 11 through Sunday, June 26 at Olentangy Falls in Delaware, Ohio. The BIA/Fifth Third Bank Preview Party will take place 6 – 10 p.m. Friday, June 10.

May 12, 2011

Lavender Ribbons Hosts a dvine affair June 3

Lavender Ribbons, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for cancer support in central Ohio including cancer support offered at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host a d’vine affair Friday, June 3, 2011.

May 10, 2011

2011 BIA Parade of Homes CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is searching for volunteers for the 2011 BIA Parade of Homes slated for June 11-26 at Olentangy Falls in Delaware, Ohio. Volunteers are being sought to serve as hosts in select homes during the Parade.

Apr 18, 2011

New charity event brings to life Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital alliance

The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance introduced today the inaugural Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance, a new tradition that brings to life the recently established alliance between the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide

Apr 14, 2011

Media Advisory: The inaugural Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance

WHAT The inaugural Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance. A new and unique philanthropic event in the central Ohio. Speakers will include Jack Nicklaus, LPGA Hall of Fame member and 2011 Memorial Tournament Honoree, Nancy Lopez and CBS golf commentator, David Feherty WHO Jack and

Apr 01, 2011

Public Invited to Join Credit Unions for Marching Miles Event to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Credit Unions throughout Columbus and surrounding areas are hosting a walk to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Anyone interested in contributing is encouraged to participate in the walk to be held on Monday, April 4.

Mar 29, 2011

Evening of Hope Featuring Edwin McCain to Benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

The Eighth Annual “Evening of Hope” to benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 8 p.m. at Bon Vie Bistro and Wine Bar, located at Easton Town Center.

Mar 02, 2011

BRAVO! Donates $11,877 to Nationwide Children's Hospital

BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, a BRAVO I BRIO Restaurant Group concept, donated $11,877 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to celebrate BBRG’s new partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals as well as their new restaurant at Lennox Town Center, which opened on February 9, 2011.

Jan 13, 2011

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Announces New Brand

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® (www.CMNHospitals.org), formerly Children’s Miracle Network, announced today a new name and brand for its efforts in the United States.

Dec 20, 2010

Rock N Bowl Slated for February 5; Team Registration Open

Winter in central Ohio is a great time for indoor activities. What better way to spend a cold, snowy day than a day filled with bowling fun all while supporting a good cause.

Nov 15, 2010

Christines Christmas Slated for December 11 to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts. In 2003, Christine Wilson and four of her friends perished in a tragic arson near the campus of The Ohio State University.

Nov 12, 2010

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Named LIVESTRONG® Community Impact Project Award Recipient

Nationwide Children’s Hospital was recently announced as a LIVESTRONG® Community Impact Project award recipient. The project, created by LIVESTRONG, the organization founded by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong to serve people affected by cancer and empower them to take

Nov 10, 2010

Cards for Kids Slated for November 16 to benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

TWIG III invites participants to ‘Deal A Hand’ for Nationwide Children’s Hospital by attending Cards for Kids on Tuesday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Drive in Upper Arlington.

Nov 05, 2010

Brueggers Hosts Free Coffee Day to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is proud to partner with Bruegger’s to host Free Coffee Day on Wednesday, November 10 at all central Ohio locations. Until 2 p.m., guests can fill up their coffee mugs with free regular drip coffee.

Nov 05, 2010

TWIG Bazaar Slated for November 14 at Ohio Expo Center

In its 88th year, TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted holiday gifts from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 14 at the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center. Event proceeds benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Oct 14, 2010

Trick or Treat for Kids Who Cant

Halloween is in the air. And it’s time to show you care! Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites the community to help its patients by trick or treating for donations this Halloween.

Oct 01, 2010

Media Advisory: K.I.S.S. Awards Event Friday Evening at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

WHAT: K.I.S.S. Awards Event Friday Evening at Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Friday, October 1, 2010 6 p.m. – media opportunity WHERE: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Ann I. Wolfe Education Building Stecker Auditorium 575 S. 18th St.

Sep 27, 2010

Pumpkinpalooza Slated for October 2 at Lynd Fruit Farm

The 2nd annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza, benefiting The Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unity (NICU), will be held on Saturday, October 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala.

Sep 25, 2010

Media Advisory: Race for the Kids 5K Run/Walk Benefiting Nationwide Childrens Hospital - Sunday

WHAT: Race for the Kids 5K Run/Walk Benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sponsored by Children’s Miracle Network, Race for the Kids raises funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Sunday, September 26, 2010 8 a.m. *Race begins at 9 a.m.