Good News Notes: “At halftime of the South Carolina-Duke women’s basketball game, fans participated in the Gamecock ‘Teddy Bear Toss.’” Fans were asked to bring stuffed teddy bears to throw on to the floor at Colonial Life Arena. Those bears would then be donated to local charities. Fans in attendance went above and beyond for…
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A mini horse is the newest therapy animal cheering up patients at Abington-Lansdale Hospital
Good News Notes: “The lobby of Abington-Lansdale Hospital was abuzz with anticipation of a visitor that has shot to celebrity status among patients and staff in his brief volunteering tenure.” “Dale, a 220-pound, 36-inch-tall miniature horse, is the newest addition to Abington-Lansdale’s therapy animal program. To date, the seven-year-old program has exclusively featured dogs, brought…
Singer joined by GOSH patient Scarlett to launch annual Christmas fundraising appeal
Good News Notes: “Nicole joined GOSH cystic fibrosis patient Scarlett, seven, for a ribbon-cutting to mark the start of Christmas in the hospital and to launch the charity’s Christmas appeal. The annual Christmas Stocking appeal encourages members of the public to send a message of hope and support to children and families at GOSH over…
Thanks to Operation Santa, you can help make a child’s Christmas wish come true
Good News Notes: “All over the country, children send letters to Santa Claus asking for everything from toys to a warm coat or even shoes. With the help of the U.S. Postal Service, you can help make sure those kids wake up to presents on Christmas morning.” “Starting Monday, letters to Santa from low-income kids…
The Touching Reason This Couple Got Married At A Hospital
Good News Notes: “Aaliyah and Michael Thompson of Texas, USA, had delayed their wedding three times since they got engaged. The couple was intent on getting married on September 21, reports People. However, before the big day arrived, Michael Thompson received a call saying his father had been admitted to Baylor Scott and White-Sunnyvale.” “William Thompson…
Orioles’ Chris Davis and family make record donation to UMD Children’s Hospital
Good News Notes: “The Orioles slugger and his wife, Jill, donated a whopping $3 million to the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital at the University of Maryland Medical Center.” “Per a release, it was the largest donation ever received by the hospital from a Baltimore athlete.” “The gift is earmarked for hospital expansion, in an…
Saints linebacker Demario Davis raises $120K for charity with ‘MAN OF GOD’ headband following NFL uniform fine
Good News Notes: “New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis was just fined $7,017 by the NFL for sporting a ‘MAN OF GOD’ headband during a Sept. 22 game against the Seahawks in Seattle.” “While Davis has since successfully appealed the fine, what could have been a throwaway moment has since become an opportunity for charity, with the 30-year-old…
Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan celebrates new Novant clinic
Good News Notes: “Michael Jordan teared up Thursday in Charlotte as he spoke about his $7.2 million donation for two Novant Health clinics — the latest local philanthropic gift from the Hornets owner and NBA legend.” “The Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Clinic on Freedom Drive, and a second facility expected to open on Statesville…
9-year-old girl celebrates remission from rare cancer at Mesa hospital
Good News Notes: In October, 2018, Peyton, then 8, was taken to the hospital with unusual weight gain and possibly early puberty. She was diagnosed with adrenal cortical carcinoma. This cancer only affects one in a million people. After an 11 month battle, she is now in remission and giving back to her fellow child…
Nebraska State Troopers partner with Regional West Foundation to Provide Infant Car Seats
Good News Notes: The state troopers’ organization recently presented a $600 check to Regional West Foundation for the purchase of six infant car seats. These seats are specifically designed for infants weighing less than 5 pounds. These are especially helpful when a newborn is healthy enough to go home but too small to be safely…