Grit. Determination. Humility. Strength. They’re just a few qualities that come to mind when describing 16-year-old Jessie DeSalvo. When it comes to achieving her goals, the high schooler and athlete doesn’t let anything stand in her way – including Type 1 diabetes. After Jessie was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease six years ago, Akron Children’s […]
Moving pediatric health care forward: Event shines a spotlight on endowed chairs at Akron Children’s Hospital
Endowed chairs. We experience their value and significance every day at Akron Children’s Hospital. “Endowed chairs are vital to helping our medical staff and researchers pursue new and innovative treatments for our patients,” said Chris Gessner, president and CEO of Akron Children’s. “The generosity of our donors makes endowed chairs – and this cutting-edge care […]
Advancing cancer care: Scott and Gail Wilkes support Akron Children’s in memory of their daughter, Shannon
Trust. Confidence. Accessibility. These are the words that come to mind when Scott and Gail Wilkes reflect on their experience at Akron Children’s Hospital after their daughter, Shannon, was diagnosed with a rare type of bone cancer called metastatic osteosarcoma. Today, they’re helping to instill those same feelings in others – by expanding treatment and […]
Making good on a promise: Joseph and Linda Gingo plan a $5 million estate gift for the neonatal intensive care unit of the future
After her son spent weeks in the NICU at Akron Children’s Hospital, Linda Gingo told her husband Joe, “If we ever get the chance to give back to the NICU for what they’ve done for us, we must.” More than 50 years later, the Gingos have taken action on that passing comment. Through a planned […]
Hudson High grad’s generous spirit earns her a spot in Charity Ball
When Ainsley Blue was just 4.5 years old, she remembers being in the burn unit at Akron Children’s Hospital with her little brother, Preston, who had suffered a burn on his hand. “The memory really stuck with me even though I was so young,” she said. “My brother was crying and upset, and I remember […]
Highland High grad is 9th member of her family to participate in Charity Ball
Madeline (Maddy) Silver is looking forward to making her debut as one of the debutantes being presented in this year’s 119th Akron Children’s Hospital Charity Ball, a cotillion that recognizes and honors the participating families for their commitment to the hospital and the community. Akron Children’s is close to the Silver family’s heart because Maddy […]
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