Ways to Help

For more than 100 years, thousands of people like you have supported Children’s with gifts of time, talent and financial support. This generosity enables us to provide expert, compassionate care to every child in our region who needs it — regardless of their family’s ability to pay.

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How You Can Help

Donate to Children's

People have many reasons for giving. You may have experienced Children’s compassionate care firsthand, or you may simply be interested in the well-being of all children. Your donation will provide hope where it truly makes a difference.
Join or start a guild

The Children’s Hospital Guild Association is a diverse group of nearly 7,500 women, men and teens who contribute time, energy and compassion to support Children’s. Our guild association is the largest all-volunteer fundraising network for any hospital in the nation.
Join Children’s Circle of Care

Children's Circle of Care is an annual giving program and major gifts club. Individuals, couples or family foundations who contribute $10,000 or more in a calendar year become members of the Children’s Circle of Care.
Make your shopping count

Help ensure that the best medical care will always be available to the children of our region. One hundred percent of the profits from Children’s Gift and Thrift Stores in the Puget Sound area benefit Children’s.

Volunteer

Volunteers have always been at the heart of Children’s. Join our diverse league of over 1,100 volunteers who contribute their time and talents to support Children’s mission.
Leave a legacy

Leave a legacy of hope and healing for future generations of children while enjoying the many benefits of tax-wise charitable strategies.
Host a fundraising event or promotion

There are many creative and rewarding ways to support Seattle Children's through business promotions, special events and school projects. Philanthropic support from our community is critical to ensuring all children in our region have access to world-class healthcare.

Upcoming Events

September
Wed
8
Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
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Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
Seattle-area Great Harvest Bread Co. stores will donate 100% of proceeds from honey-wheat "Bread-y Bears" created especially for this fundraising promotion. Each bear is named by a hospital patient. The bears, which cost $20 each, will be baked daily during the last two weeks of September, but pre-orders are accepted all month at participating Great Harvest Bread Co. stores.
Contact:
Sat
11
Eighth Annual Cure for Mito Auction and Dinner
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Eighth Annual Cure for Mito Auction and Dinner
Enjoy champagne and hors d'oeuvres, a four-course dinner with wine, a live auction and dancing. Presented by the Mitochondrial Research Guild
Contact: www.nwmito-research.org
When: Saturday, Sep 11, 2010 5:30 p.m.
Where: Willows Lodge, Woodinville
Cost: $125 per person
Sat
11
Fourth Annual Sydney Coxon Memorial Golf Tournament
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Fourth Annual Sydney Coxon Memorial Golf Tournament
Support Seattle Children's pediatric brain tumor research. $125 per person includes golf, dinner and silent auction; $60 for dinner, silent auction only. Presented by the Pink Polka Dots Junior Guild.
Contact: 206-361-8770 or www.pinkpolkadotsguild.net
When: Saturday, Sep 11, 2010 1:30pm
Where: Legion Memorial Golf Course, Everett
Sun
12
2nd Annual 'Round the Rock Stand Up Paddle Race
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2nd Annual 'Round the Rock Stand Up Paddle Race
A portion of the proceeds from this 13-mile race around Mercer Island benefits Seattle Children's.
Contact: For more information on participating in or attending this event, go to http://www.roundtherock.com.
Where: Seward Park, Seattle, WA
Sun
12
Eighth Annual Kirkland Concours d'Elegance
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Eighth Annual Kirkland Concours d'Elegance
View rare automobiles, sidecar motorcycles and vintage boats Supported by the SOVREN Guild.
Contact: www.kirklandconcours.com
When: Sunday, Sep 12, 2010 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Carillon Point, Kirkland
Cost: Adults, $25; children 7 to 17 $10; kids under 7 free.
Sun
12
Orange Bike Parade
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Orange Bike Parade
The Orange Bike Parade is a sponsored 5-mile bike ride along the Sammamish River Trail from Marymoor Park to Chateau Ste. Michelle for the entire family. Bring anything on wheels — your bike, Rollerblades, etc. — to celebrate. There are fantastic prizes for the participant with the most sponsors, the child (under 12) with the most sponsors and the participant with the most originally decorated bike. Presented by the Hansje Brinker Guild.
Contact: http://www.orangebikeparade.dojiggy.com
When: Sunday, Sep 12, 2010 10:00 a.m. welcome and registration; 11:00 a.m. bike parade; 1:00 p.m. awards ceremony and picnic
Where: Marymoor Park, Redmond, Washington
Cost: $10 registration
Wed
15
Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
Details
Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
Seattle-area Great Harvest Bread Co. stores will donate 100% of proceeds from honey-wheat "Bread-y Bears" created especially for this fundraising promotion. Each bear is named by a hospital patient. The bears, which cost $20 each, will be baked daily during the last two weeks of September, but pre-orders are accepted all month at participating Great Harvest Bread Co. stores.
Contact:
Sat
18
18th Annual Toy Drive
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18th Annual Toy Drive
Drop off a new, safe, unwrapped toy with the volunteers at the stadium entry gates before the Washington vs. Nebraska football game. Cash donations accepted. Presented by Les Schwab Tires, Q13 FOX and the Guardian Angel Guild.
Contact: 206.999.0958
When: Saturday, Sep 18, 2010 12:30 p.m.
Where: Husky Stadium, Seattle
Sat
18
2010 Great Kitchen and Bath Tour
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2010 Great Kitchen and Bath Tour
Visit the industry's brightest designs and personally gather extraordinary ideas from leading designers at private residences through the Puget Sound area.
Contact: http://www.greatkitchenandbathtour.org
When: Saturday, Sep 18, 2010 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: $15 per person in advance; $20 per person at the door
Sat
18
Dierks Bentley 'Miles and Music for Kids' and Charity Ride
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Dierks Bentley 'Miles and Music for Kids' and Charity Ride
Join Dierks in a VIP charity motorcycle ride and concert to benefit Seattle Children's.
Contact: http://www.thefair.com/concerts or 1-800-745-3000. See the flyer (PDF).
When: Saturday, Sep 18, 2010 Ride registration: 2:30 p.m.; ride: 5:30 p.m.; concert: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Celebrity ride: Fife; concert: Puyallup Fair
Cost: Celebrity ride from Fife to the Puyallup Fair + concert, $65-$300. Concert-only tickets, $25-$75.
Sat
18
Grape to Glass and Blues Uncorked
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Grape to Glass and Blues Uncorked
Please join the Tri-Cities Women for Children's Guild for Grape to Glass (a tour of and tasting at the bottling facility and a blending demo) and Blues Uncorked (good food, great wine and cool blues; catered BBQ and dancing to the music of Romagossa Blú; outdoors, casual dress).
Contact: 509-591-2348 or Goose Ridge Winery (Richland: 509-628-3880; Woodinville: 425-288-0200)
When: Saturday, Sep 18, 2010 2:30 p.m. (Grape to Glass), 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Blues Uncorked)
Where: Goose Ridge Estate Vineyards and Winery
Cost: $55
Sun
19
2010 Great Kitchen and Bath Tour
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2010 Great Kitchen and Bath Tour
Visit the industry's brightest designs and personally gather extraordinary ideas from leading designers at private residences through the Puget Sound area.
Contact: http://www.greatkitchenandbathtour.org
When: Sunday, Sep 19, 2010 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: $15 per person in advance; $20 per person at the door
Sun
19
28th Annual Home and Boat Tour
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28th Annual Home and Boat Tour
Enjoy a tour of distinctive Anacortes homes and boats. Raffle tickets $2 each. Presented by the Dr. Samuel G. Brooks Guild
Contact: 360.770.4334
When: Sunday, Sep 19, 2010 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Anacortes
Cost: $15 per person
Wed
22
Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
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Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
Seattle-area Great Harvest Bread Co. stores will donate 100% of proceeds from honey-wheat "Bread-y Bears" created especially for this fundraising promotion. Each bear is named by a hospital patient. The bears, which cost $20 each, will be baked daily during the last two weeks of September, but pre-orders are accepted all month at participating Great Harvest Bread Co. stores.
Contact:
Sat
25
Steppe Up for Children's
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Steppe Up for Children's
Our sixth annual wine-tasting event featuring wine tasting, dinner, 25 fabulous raffle baskets and silent auction items to include a wine collection, a trip to a Napa Valley winery and many more, plus a Raise the Paddle. Presented by the Catalina's Hope Guild.
Contact: 425-883-2893 or http://www.catalinashope.org
When: Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 6:30 p.m.
Where: Glendale Country Club, Bellevue, Washington
Cost: $75 per person
Mon
27
Advances at Children's Luncheon and Golf Outing for Professional Advisors
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Advances at Children's Luncheon and Golf Outing for Professional Advisors
This is your opportunity to meet other professional advisors involved in the areas of charitable and estate planning. During the luncheon program, you will learn about current happenings at the hospital and enjoy an inspiring presentation from a Seattle Children's Hospital physician. Those who do not wish to golf are welcome to attend the luncheon. The golf tournament will begin immediately following the luncheon program. Program highlights include a morning tour of the hospital (optional), pre-luncheon networking reception, luncheon program, complimentary golf tournament (optional), and post-golf reception and refreshments.
Contact: Invitations will be mailed in August. If you would like to be added to our invitation list, please contact Kim Ottele at 206-987-6827 or kim.ottele@seattlechildrens.org.
Where: Sand Point Country Club, Seattle, WA
Thu
30
Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
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Raising Dough for Seattle Children's
Seattle-area Great Harvest Bread Co. stores will donate 100% of proceeds from honey-wheat "Bread-y Bears" created especially for this fundraising promotion. Each bear is named by a hospital patient. The bears, which cost $20 each, will be baked daily during the last two weeks of September, but pre-orders are accepted all month at participating Great Harvest Bread Co. stores.
Contact:
October
Sat
2
Autism Guild Annual Gala and Auction
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Autism Guild Annual Gala and Auction
Seattle Children's Autism Guild presents cocktails, dinner and silent and live auctions to benefit Seattle Children's Autism Center.
Contact: 206.601.7934
When: Saturday, Oct 2, 2010 5:30 p.m.
Where: Seattle Sheraton
Cost: $150 per person
Sat
2
Casino Evening
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Casino Evening
Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, wine and casino gaming at an event to benefit uncompensated care. Presented by the Theiline Pigott McCone Guild.
Contact: 425.601.7934
When: Saturday, Oct 2, 2010 7 p.m.
Where: Overlake Golf and Country Club, Medina
Cost: $100 per person
Sun
3
Run of Hope
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Run of Hope
Join the Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Guild for a run or walk followed by a celebration with music, food and prizes. Sponsored by the Four Seasons Hotel Seattle.
Contact: www.runofhopeseattle.org
When: Sunday, Oct 3, 2010 TBD
Where: Seward Park, Seattle
Cost: $25 per person
Sun
3
Tea for Hope
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Tea for Hope
A fall women's tea and silent auction. The event will feature a local harpist, door prizes and a guest speaker from Children's. An assortment of teas will be served with a variety of delectable tea-time treats. All proceeds benefit uncompensated care at Seattle Children's Hospital. Presented by the Hope on the Hill Guild.
Contact: kimrkatz@gmail.com, 949-295-4004 or 425-996-0804
When: Sunday, Oct 3, 2010 1 p.m.
Where: Willows Lodge, 14580 NE 145th Street, Woodinville, WA
Cost: $75