Kohl's donates funds for van for
medically fragile children's program
Kohl’s Cares for Kids donated $21,398 for the purchase of a van
equipped to transport special needs children in the Medically Fragile
Children’s Program.The Medically Fragile Children’s Program is a partnership among the Medical University of South Carolina Children’s Hospital, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Social Services. It provides coordinated health care for children in foster care with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
Children in the program have their multitude of health care needs attended to in one facility. This may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychological services, social work support, primary medical care, nursing care, nutritional assessment, medication and supplies.
“We are grateful to Kohl’s for their generous donation,” said John Sanders, administrator of the MUSC Children’s Hospital. “The van will provide an important service to some of the neediest children in our community and will be a tremendous asset to our hospital.”
John Sanders,
Children’s Hospital administrator, accepts a check from Kohl’s
department store representatives, from left, Carol Hergott, Trisha
Ritter, and Helena Foy. In addition to transporting children in the Medically Fragile Children’s Program, the van will also transport staff to health fairs and schools throughout the tri-county area, helping the Children’s Hospital in its efforts to reach more children and their families.
The donation was announced Aug. 15 at the grand opening ceremony for the Medically Fragile Children’s Program, held at the program’s facility in North Charleston.
“Kohl’s introduced the Kohl’s Cares for Kids program to promote children’s health and educational opportunities, and is committed to playing an active role in the communities we serve,” said Julie Gardner, senior vice president of marketing for Kohl’s Department Stores. “We’re proud of the partnerships we’ve created with children’s hospitals across the country, and are excited to join the MUSC Children’s Hospital in this endeavor.”
Kohl’s commitment to the MUSC Children’s Hospital was made possible through the Kohl’s Cares for Kids program, which raises funds for children’s hospitals through the sale of seasonal gift items. Net profits from the sales go to children’s hospitals in the market areas served by Kohl’s. Kohl’s community outreach also includes Kohl’s Kids Who Care, an annual youth volunteer recognition program, fundraising gift cards for local schools and non-profit youth groups, as well as an associate program to encourage volunteerism.
Based in Menomonee Falls, Wis., Kohl’s is a family-focused, value-oriented specialty department store offering moderately priced national, exclusive and private brand apparel, shoes, accessories and home products. Kohl’s operates 670 stores in 40 states. For a list of store locations and information, or for the added convenience of shopping online, visit Kohl’s Web site at http://www.kohls.com.
The MUSC Children’s Hospital is dedicated to enhancing the health of children throughout South Carolina, and to providing an environment that supports excellence in pediatric patient care, teaching and research. The hospital earned top ranking from U.S. News & World Report, American Health Magazine and The Best Doctors in America. Child magazine continues to rank MUSC Children’s Hospital as one of the top pediatric facilities in the country.
Friday, Aug. 19, 2005
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