How can I help children? It may seem that there is so much need and so much to be done that one person cannot possibly make a difference in the lives of the children and families served by Children's Hospital. But individuals can and do make a difference every day because small support equals big results for our children.
Opportunities abound to help Children's Hospital financially. Each year dozens of fund-raisers around the region benefit Children's Hospital. The events are great for families and groups to make memories while helping children. Here are just a few of our fun annual events :
Miracle Balloons
Year-round
Throughout each year, many area convenience stores, discount stores and restaurants sell Miracle Balloons, Miracle Footballs and other seasonally themed paper items. You can add $1 to your total purchase that will be donated to Children's Hospital. Then just put your name on the paper balloon, football or other item to be displayed in the store. Look for Miracle Balloons at Wal-Mart, Goody's, Kroger and more!
Send flowers through FTD
Year-round
Children's Miracle Network has partnered with FTD.com to create an easy way for people to help Children's Hospital and also receive a valuable service. FTD.com has created an online floral boutique for each CMN hospital, including Children's. Our hospital will receive 15 percent of each floral order placed through the online ordering page at www.ftd.com/cmnknoxville/.
Children's Miracle Network Telethon
January 27, 2008
The Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Telethon is locally carried on WBIR-TV Channel 10. Making a pledge of any amount to the telethon is helpful. One-time gifts as well as monthly commitments are welcomed. Each year around $2 million is raised during the CMN Telethon because a lot of people give a little to make a big difference!
Jammin' in Your Jammies
February 1-3, 2008
What do you do after the excitement of the holiday season is gone, winter weather still lingers outside and the kids are climbing the walls in boredom? Wouldn't it be great to go on a fun family adventure? We have the event for you! Jammin' in Your Jammies is an annual event designed to curb the winter blues and give young families a weekend of fun. The evening activities traditionally include dancing to jammin' music, games, prizes, entertainment and time spent splashing in the indoor swimming pool. Jammin' ends in the morning after a scrumptious brunch. Families can attend Friday evening through Saturday morning or Saturday evening through Sunday morning. Jammin' is sponsored by the Committee for the Future.
Dance Marathon
February 22-23, 2008
Does staying up all night, dancing, playing games and being entertained sound like fun to you? It does to hundreds of University of Tennessee students who participate in Dance Marathon each February. Before the event, students raise funds and then dance the night away. Since 1996, this completely student-run event has raised over $770,000 to benefit the Children's Hospital Hematology/Oncology Endowment Fund. Click here to contribute to the 2008 Dance Marathon.
Star 102.1 Radiothon
February 29-29, 2008
Star 102.1 radio presents its annual Radiothon over two days to benefit Children's Hospital Home Health Care. Star 102.1 morning radio personalities Marc, Kim and Frank host the event live at West Town Mall in Knoxville from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Radiothon features inspirational patient stories, visits from local celebrities and a terrific silent auction that features a variety of items from local and national companies and retailers. Star 102.1's listeners are encouraged to visit West Town Mall during the 2-day event and make a personal pledge to Children's Hospital.
Cutest Little Baby Face Contest
March 2008 — Dates TBA
Do you think that you have the cutest baby in East Tennessee? Belz Factory Outlet World in Pigeon Forge and the Sevierville Kiwanis give you the chance to prove it every March. Children ages 6 and under are eligible to participate by having a portrait taken by Gary Woods Photography. Shoppers at Belz then vote on the candidates, and a winner is announced. Registration for the event is $5 before the event or $7 at the event, and proceeds benefit Children's Hospital.
Center Stage
April 12, 2008
This black-tie gala is one of the hospital's premiere events. It features cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, followed by a four-course dinner and a concert by a star in the entertainment field (recent guests have included Lee Ann Womack and Three Dog Night). A dance band performs following the concert. Bob and Wendy Goodfriend co-chair the event each year. Center Stage has raised well over $2 million for Children's Hospital since its inception in 1993.
Trideltathon
April 2008 – Date TBA
Trialthletes should make plans to compete at the annual Delta Delta Delta "Trideltathon." More than 300 participants compete each year in the mini-triathlon's 3-mile run, 6-mile bike and 400-meter swim while raising money for Children's Hospital.
Re/Max Preferred Properties Charity Golf Classic
April 2008 – Date TBA
Area golfers are invited to be part of the Re/Max Preferred Properties Charity Golf Classic each April at Egwani Farms in Rockford. The proceeds raised benefit Children's Hospital's pre-admission tour featuring "Josh the Dog."
Children's Hospital Invitational Golf Tournament
May 12, 2008
The annual Children's Hospital Invitational Golf Tournament at Fox Den Country Club in Knoxville includes morning and afternoon rounds. The entry fee includes green and cart fees, breakfast, lunch, refreshments, participation in the 19th hole and an official tournament goodie bag. A portion of the participant entry fee is tax deductible.
Log-A-Load for Kids golf tournament
May 2008 – Date TBA
The annual Log-A-Load For Kids Golf Tournament takes place each spring at the Chatata Valley Golf Club in Cleveland, Tenn. Area golfers spend the day playing in the tournament to help support East Tennessee Children's Hospital and T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital Foundation.
Nancy Hayes Memorial Baseball Tournament
June 5-8, 2008
Baseball and T-ball fans, players and coaches are invited to attend or participate in the annual Nancy Hayes Memorial Baseball Tournament each May at the Powell-Levi Baseball Fields in Powell as well as other local fields. The tournament began in memory of Nancy Hayes, who passed away in the Children's Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Proceeds from the event benefit Children's Hospital.
WATE-TV 6 Hope-A-Thon
July 15, 2007
Each summer, WATE-TV 6 and Children's Hospital work together on the annual Hope-A-Thon to raise money for the Children's Hospital Diabetes Camp, Camp Cure. The one-hour telethon airing live on WATE-TV 6 features patient families sharing their amazing stories about living with diabetes, the diabetes camp experience and their hope for a cure. Local radio personalities answer the phone lines as WATE personalities Lori Tucker and Gene Patterson talk with families and medical staff.
DQ Miracle Treat Day
August 2008 – Date TBA
If the hot summer months aren't a good enough excuse for ice cream, Dairy Queen offers another motivation. On the DQ Miracle Treat Day, participating Dairy Queen restaurants donate all the proceeds from any Blizzard treats sold to the Children's Miracle Network.
ETPMI Golf Tournament
September 2008 – Date TBA
The East Tennessee Chapter PMI Golf Tournament takes place at Willow Creek Golf Club in Knoxville. The entry fee includes breakfast, lunch, green and cart fees, range balls, golf shirt, golf balls and eligibility for contest prizes. All proceeds from the tournament benefit the Celiac Disease Support Group at Children's Hospital.
RM Technologies Golf Tournament
September 26, 2008
The Rodefer Moss Technologies Golf Tournament takes place at River Islands Golf Club in Kodak, Tenn. The entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart and greens fees, practice range, lunch, a goody bag, polo shirt and eligibility for prizes. All proceeds from the tournament benefit the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Children's Hospital.
Oakes Farm Haunted Corn Maze
October 2008 – Dates TBA
The Annual "Trail of Doom" Corn Maze at Oakes Farm, located at 8240 Corryton Road in Corryton, off Washington Pike, turns into a "haunted" adventure each October, with proceeds from the Halloween event to benefit Children's Hospital. The Haunted Corn Maze offers visitors a spooky challenge to reach the end of the nine-acre maze with only their wits to guide their path. Visitors taking the "haunted" walking tour of the Corn Maze encounter many monsters, ghosts, goblins and other spooks along their path.
Kappa Delta War of the Wings
October 2008 – Date TBA
Tailgaters and football fans are invited to the annual Kappa Delta "War of the Wings" every fall. This "All You Can Eat Chicken Wings Until They're Gone" event begins three hours before kick-off of one of the Tennessee Vols' home football games, and all of the proceeds benefit Children's Hospital. Ticket holders can sample many different types of wings and vote for their favorites, which are cooked by a variety of local restaurants and several UT fraternities.
Knoxville Mortgage Bankers Association Golf Tournament
October 6, 2008
The Knoxville Mortgage Bankers Association (KMBA) Golf Tournament takes place in October at Gettysvue Polo Golf & Country Club in Knoxville. About 100 golfers participate in the event to benefit Children's Hospital's Camp Eagle's Nest, a summer camp for hematology/oncology patients.
Phi Mu's "Chili for the Children"
November 2008 – Date TBA
This event takes place each November in Circle Park on the University of Tennessee campus just before a home UT football game. It offers game attendees a warm bowl of chili, a baked potato, dessert and a drink for just $5.
Robert Tino Holiday Sale
November 19-20, 2008
Nationally-known artist Robert Tino from Sevierville hosts a holiday sale of his work each November at Children's Hospital. Tino and his wife, Mary John, donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale to Children's Hospital as a special holiday gift. Tino brings a variety of his work in all price ranges to the two-day event, including notecards featuring Tino art, matted 8x10 prints, art tiles, framed limited edition prints, and much more.
Fantasy of Trees
November 20-25, 2007
If you have lived in or near Knoxville for very long, you probably know that the Fantasy of Trees means the kick-off to the holiday season! Not only is the Fantasy of Trees a great family event for all ages, but it also benefits Children's Hospital. Each year for five days over the Thanksgiving weekend, the Knoxville Convention Center is transformed into a winter wonderland with a Children's Fantasyland, Gingerbread Village and Holiday Marketplace Shops so that you can turn your home into a Christmas fantasy! Proceeds from ticket sales and decoration sales benefit Children's Hospital.
There are many other events throughout the year to benefit Children's including golf tournaments, carnivals, cook-offs, concerts, car washes and auctions. Check our Calendar of Events for the most current event information.
As you can see, there are a variety of ways to support Children's Hospital financially for every age and income! If you have questions or would like to make a gift to or sponsor an event for Children's Hospital, please call the Development Office at (865) 541-8441.
