Fundraising Events
The following events are sponsored/coordinated by CHKD's Office of Development. We have special events all year long hosted by individuals, businesses and organizations throughout our community.
If you would like to host an event to benefit our kids, please contact our development office at 668-7070.
For information on events sponsored/coordinated by The King's Daughters,
click here.
Ongoing
Go to the Max with Kohl's!
Kohl's is taking $5 to the MAX this season, offering exclusive editions of "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See", "10 Little Rubber Ducks", "Does A Kangaroo Have A Mother, Too?" and "The Very Busy Spider" by author Eric Carle. Coordinating plush toys from each book are also available. Books and toys retail for $5 a piece. 100% of the proceeds from the sales in our community will be donated to support outreach and education programs such as those at Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters through the Kohl's Cares for Kids program. Stop by any local Kohl's and pick up one-or many!-today!
Ongoing
Party With A Purpose
Planning on having a party with colleagues, friends or family? Giving a party can have many wonderful rewards, but none can compare to the special feeling you'll get from giving a party that helps the children of our community. That's what will happen when you host a Party With A Purpose! Celebrate your next big occasion by giving back to the kids at CHKD! To learn more contact Community Relations at (757) 668-7070.
April
Sunday, April 1 - Saturday, May 19
Rite Aid Campaign for CHKD!
Support our local Rite Aid locations by purchasing a Miracle Balloon at the register for Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. It's easy and means a lot for the local kids.
May
Tuesday, May 1 - Friday, June 15
Walmart and Sam’s Club Campaigns for CHKD!
Support our local Walmart and Sam’s Club locations throughout the month of May and into June by purchasing a Miracle Balloon at the register for Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. Be a part of the Million Dollar Miracle as they reach to raise $1,000,000 for the kids
Tuesday, May 1 - Thursday, May 31
Costco Campaign for CHKD!
Support our local Costco locations throughout the month of May by purchasing a Miracle Balloon at the register for Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. Every gift makes a difference.
Monday, May 7 - Sunday, May 27
Wawa Campaign for CHKD
Support our local Wawa locations by purchasing a miracle balloon or making a donation at the register for Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters.
Saturday, May 19
Lytle Law 5K
Grab your running (or walking) shoes for the 6th Annual family-oriented 5k and 1 mile fun run to benefit Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. The event starts and ends at the Lytle Law parking lot, 11801 Canon Blvd., Newport News, with the course running through the beautiful City Center and Oyster Point area. Registration begins at 8am, with the race starting at 9am. Please visit www.lytlelaw5k.com for more information or call (757) 595-5655.
Tuesday, May 22 - Wednesday, May 23
Peninsula and Virginia Beach Town Centers Come Together for the Kids
Eat, shop, and help the kids at CHKD. Make plans to support participating restaurants and shops at Peninsula and Virginia Beach Town Centers who will donate 20% of their day’s proceeds to CHKD. Visit Virginia Beach Town Center on Tuesday, May 22 and Peninsula Town Center in Hampton on Wednesday, May 23. A fun and easy way to help the kids in Hampton Roads.
Monday, May 28 - Sunday, July 8
Pizza for Kids !
75 Pizza Huts throughout Hampton Roads and Richmond will be raising money for the kids at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. For six weeks, they will be selling CHKD Miracle Balloons when you visit or order. Every gift matters for the kids who need CHKD. Please make a donation and enjoy the yummy flavors of pizza and more!
June
Friday, June 1 - Saturday, June 30
Enterprise: Cars for Kids!
Enterprise Car Sales is teaming up with local credit unions to help the kids at CHKD! Purchase a car from Enterprise Car Sales from June 1-30, 2012 and Enterprise will donate $250 to Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters for each purchase. For more information, please visit or call the local Enterprise Car Sales locations in Norfolk (7436 North Military Highway) and Newport News (947 J. Clyde Morris Blvd).
Friday, June 1
Wave Goodbye to Kids Cancer Radiothon
On June 1st the DJs from 92.9 The Wave will broadcast live from the CHKD lobby to raise funds for CHKD's childhood cancer program. This is the only radiothon in Hampton Roads that raises money for childhood cancer services and research that stays right here in our community. More than 500 children each year are followed by CHKD's cancer program and YOU can make a difference! Tune in for stories of courage and to call in your pledge!
Tuesday, June 5
Norfolk Wire 5th Annual Golf Tournament
Tee off with Norfolk Wire & Electronics on Tuesday, June 5th as they host their 5th annual golf tournament to benefit CHKD. Registration begins at 11:30am at Virginia Beach National Golf Club with a shotgun start at 12:30pm. VB National Golf Club is located at 2500 Tournament Drive in Virginia Beach. Fees are $400 per foursome and include golf fees, contests, on-course refreshments and a steak dinner following the event. For more information or to register please contact Jamie Brookover at (757) 499-1100 or via email at jamie@norfolkwire.com.
Wednesday, June 6 - Tuesday, June 26
Food Lion Campaign for Kids!
Support our local Food Lion locations from June 6th-26th by making a donation at the register for Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. You can make the difference in local children's lives.
Friday, June 22
ABNB Fish Fest 2012
Save the date and get your fishing gear ready! ABNB Federal Credit Union's 9th Annual Fish Fest is set for June 22, 2012 at the Virginia Beach Fishing Center located at the corner of 5th Street and Pacific Avenue at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. With two boats and more than 175 anglers this year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever! Registration is $65 per person or $120 for a group of four and begins at 7am with boats leaving at 8am. Boats will be arriving back at the pier at noon for a special catered lunch. All proceeds benefit CHKD. To register please call ABNB at (757) 523-5300 or the CHKD Development Office at (757) 668-7070 or visit www.abnbfcu.org/fishingfest/
July
Friday, July 20 - Sunday, July 22
Anthem LemonAid
Save the Date! On July 20th-22nd, Anthem will once again present the Annual Anthem LemonAid fundraiser to help fight childhood cancer. Sign up to host your own LemonAid stand, and you will receive a kit with everything you need to be a success - lemonade mix, cups, pitcher, balloons, stickers, promotional signage and even a foam lemonhead hat! All you need is a location, water and ice. Lemonade sells for $1 and all donations support CHKD's childhood cancer program. Register at www.chkd.org/lemon . Help us "put the squeeze" on childhood cancer!
Thursday, July 26
Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day
Giving never tasted so sweet! Visit your local Dairy Queen on Thursday, July 26th and enjoy a "Miracle Treat" to help the kids at CHKD. Participating regional Dairy Queen locations will donate a minimum of $1 per blizzard treat purchased to CHKD on this day! For more information and to find your nearest store, visit www.miracletreatday.com.
September
Wednesday, September 12
CHKD Miracle Jeans Day
Join companies and individuals from around Hampton Roads in support of CHKD by wearing jeans and going casual for the kids on Wednesday September 12th. Individuals or groups can participate in CHKD’s Miracle Jeans Day by making a one-time donation to CHKD. In return, participants will receive a recognition certificate and CHKD stickers to wear with their jeans on September 12th. All funds raised will go directly to Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. For more information and to register please email jeans@chkd.org. Join the fun and go casual for the kids J
Wednesday, September 19
A Sweet Treat for CHKD!
On September 19th be sure to stop by Rita's to get a sweet treat and support the kids at CHKD! 15% of all proceeds from 5pm-9pm on September 19th will benefit Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. Participating locations include Rita's at Chesapeake Square, Rita's in Suffolk, Rita's in Newport News, Rita's at the Greenbrier Shoppes in Chesapeake, Rita's at Nimmo Parkway, Rita's on Shore Drive and Rita's at Fairfield Shopping Center in Virginia Beach. So grab your friends and family and head out for the perfect dessert and help the kids CHKD!