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Extraordinary events. Remarkable kids.

Your participation in fundraising events to benefit Connecticut Children's enables the health system to address the immediate physical, social and emotional health needs of children, while also fueling research and paving paths for brighter futures.

Featured Events

Baby playing with toys during Physical Therapy session

Oct 1 - Dec 31

Virtual Toy Drive

Bring Smiles to Kids at Connecticut Children’s! When you join our Heroes & Helpers Virtual Toy Drive presented by Amazon, you’re not just giving toys...

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A young girl gazes up at the magical holiday light display.

Nov 26 - Jan 3

Magic of Lights

Magic of Lights, a unique and dazzling drive-through holiday lights experience, is bigger and brighter than ever with more than a mile of spectacular...

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Mar 7

HuskyTHON

HuskyTHON is a year-long philanthropic effort at the University of Connecticut to raise funds and awareness for Connecticut Children’s, a member of...

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I run to give back. Connecticut Children’s treated my son when he was 3 months old. The care and support was excellent. If my effort and contributions help find treatment for a few precious lives, I think it’s a great reward.
Nilesh Dave, Team Connecticut Children’s runner & grateful parent

Create Your Own Fundraiser

Fun

Celebrate a milestone, participate in an athletic event, or get creative in support of our kids.

Inspire

Share your story with others while raising awareness for Connecticut Children's.

Impact

Help fuel scientific discoveries which improve treatment options and provide hope.

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Concorso 2021 honored Connecticut Children's Healthcare Heroes

Concorso Ferrari & Friends

Concorso Ferrari & Friends is a signature automobile event in Southern New England. It has also become one of the premier fundraising events for Connecticut Children’s, attracting more than 10,000 spectators and car enthusiasts annually, while raising awareness and critical support for the health system. Celebrating all makes and models of Italian automobiles, the highlight of the day is honoring Connecticut Children's patients and healthcare heroes with a parade.