Akron Children’s receives $50 million transformational gift -- largest in hospital history
We are honored to announce that Akron Children’s has received a transformational $50 million gift from entrepreneur, philanthropist and civic leader Tom Golisano.
The unrestricted gift is the largest in Akron Children's history.
To recognize the magnitude and significant impact of this donation, we will name our Akron campus the Akron Children’s Golisano Campus.
Impact on our patients
The funds will be used to support key strategic priorities, including:
- Developing clinical services in underserved communities throughout northeastern and southeastern Ohio
- Expanding congenital heart and cancer care for kids, teenagers and young adults
- Improving access to behavioral health services throughout the continuum of care
- Launching innovative programs that enhance patient engagement and nursing excellence
Message from the CEO
We are honored by this remarkable gift, which will redefine pediatric health care throughout northeast Ohio by helping to break down barriers and improving access to the best care for all children, regardless of ability to pay.
Watch Akron Children’s President and CEO Chris Gessner discuss the gift and its impact on patient care here.
Golisano Children’s Alliance
In addition to the gift, Akron Children’s will join 14 other children’s hospitals throughout the country as a member of the Golisano Children’s Alliance. The Alliance is a growing national network of children’s hospitals united by a shared commitment to improving pediatric health care delivery, advancing innovation, and ensuring children and families have access to high-quality, compassionate care close to home.
Read the Golisano Alliance news release.
