Rady Children's Hospital Auxiliary

Congratulations to the *Genomics Steering Committee*, this year’s Mabel Jessop Award winners! This prestigious award that is given to a group, team or committee who encourages team spirit within the Auxiliary. Thank you for your service.

At tonight’s Annual Meeting our President, Laura Migliazza Stearn, proudly announced that the Auxiliary raised $2,085,811 for the Hospital An unprecedented amount during a worldwide pandemic! Congratulations to all our members and thank you for your hard work!

Our *Point Loma Dana Unit* is still raising well-needed funds for the Division of Plastic Surgery-Craniofacial Services at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego. Please consider making a donation today by visiting www.pointlomagardenwalk.com. Thank you for your support.

Our *Mountain View Unit* is still collecting monetary donations to purchase books for the Emergency Department at Rady Children’s. Please consider contributing to their efforts at: https://checkout.square.site//ch/JIG7NQ2O6ZHQHBICNQIEUAUK

It’s MEMBERSHIP MONTH OF MAY Have you JUST ASKED THREE yet? We are challenging each and every Auxilian to ASK THREE friends and/or family members to join their Unit. It’s that simple! Help us grow and strengthen our presence in the community! Please email [email protected] for any membership inquiries.

Sandy Mueller, senior director of Rady Children's Behavioral Health Services, discusses the latest implications of the COVID-19 pandemic and school closures on kids' and teens' mental health. This is a must read!

You are invited to learn more about the Auxiliary's efforts to expand into the Temecula/Murrieta Area. The virtual information session is scheduled for Feb. 3 at 4:30pm on Zoom. To register to attend, please email [email protected]. Please share with family and friends!

Please consider donating blood on behalf of Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego on 2/2 from 9-3. Our community is in need of blood to continue to save lives. In addition, COVID-19 Antibody Testing will be done for each blood donor. Visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org/donate to schedule your appointment. TIA.

The Auxiliary is proud to announce the formation of a new Unit in the *Temecula/Murrieta area*. If you are looking for a rewarding place to volunteer your time, talent and treasure and live in that surrounding area, please consider joining us. Email [email protected] to join our information session on 2/3. Spread the word to family and friends.

Rady Children’s Hospital NEVER EVER turns away a sick child. This pledge only happens through philanthropy. Please say yes to a child in need by donating any amount today. Thank you

Need some good quality kitchen ware?! Your purchase of Pampered Chef products will support our Young Professionals Unit as they raise funds for Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego Here’s the link: https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/ypu2020. TIA!

Congratulations to Barbara Zinser-Leos, our 2020 Distinguished Service Award Honoree

Congratulations to Sentre, our 2020 Kite Award Winner Rady Children’s Ice Rink wouldn’t be possible without the time, talent, and support from Sentre Inc. In collaboration with the La Playa unit, Sentre Inc. works year round to plan, execute, and manage Rady Children’s Ice Rink, which raises funds for the Thriving After Cancer Program in the Peckham Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. Thank you Sente

Congratulations to Dan Teisan, our 2020 Very Special Person Dan has been a part of our Auxiliary Brown Bag and Hygiene kit program, working with units to receive their donation, then making sure the correct areas are aware he has them. During the pandemic, the Auxiliary spearheaded a massive mask and shield campaign to get PPE to the hospital. Dan went above and beyond to work with the Auxiliary to help us get the masks as quickly as possible to everyone in the hospital who needed them. Without his dedication and hard work, we would not be able to help so many patients, families, and staff at Rady Children’s. Thank you Dan!

Congratulations to our 2020 Honorary Member Award winners This award is given to individuals for their outstanding service to Rady Children’s and demonstrated support and friendship to the Auxiliary. Thank you for your service Kaminski's Bbq Ray Frey Auto Center Inc

Please support our Tierrasanta Unit as they raise well-needed funds for the Division of Diabetes/Endocrinology. Visit www.rchatierrasanta.com to order, go to the Holiday Wreath tab. Buy one for you and one for a friend. They also make great hostess gifts. Its never too early to get into the holiday spirit. Thanks for your support!

Just a reminder to end Mental Awareness Week....

Alex, Leukemia Patient at Rady Children’s and his big Brother Sam are immortalized in beautiful chalk art sponsored by Quick-Dry Flood Services If you’re out and about in the Gaslamp District, Downtown, check out the art piece on the corners of 5th Ave & G Street now until Friday. While you’re there, use your phone to scan our code where your donation will be matched by Quick Dry up to $5,000! https://secure.radyfoundation.org//Mira/MiracleMakers-DIY

Thank you to our community partner Quick-Dry Flood Services for their support of childhood cancer. They are matching all donations up to $5,000. Please consider making a contribution.

Sadly, child abuse and neglect cases are up nearly 80% due to COVID-19. Watch this interview with Dr. Shalon Nienow, medical clinical director at Rady Children's Chadwick Center for Children & Families, as she offers guidance on reporting concerns, and provides tips on managing stress for parents and children.

Please shop at Spirit this Halloween season in support of Rady Children’s Hospital

Thank you to everyone who participated in this week’s #GoGold4RadyChildrens match challenge, where Illumina, Inc. is donating $5 for every post! We are so grateful for your support-It’s not too late to post your pic! Go Gold for Rady Children’s