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Events

Elijah posing and smiling

Our All Star Patient

Elijah R.

Adventurous, Inquisitive & Loving

Age 13

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Read Elijah's Story

Signature Events

Our signature and community events raise more than $2.4 million annually, in fun, creative and innovative ways. You can help transform the lives of children by participating in or leading a planning committee, volunteering, attending or planning your own fundraiser in support of Connecticut Children's.

   

Baby playing with toys during Physical Therapy session
Oct 1 - Dec 31

Heroes & Helpers Toy Drive

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

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Team Connecticut Children's at the 2025 Hartford Marathon
Oct 10

Eversource Hartford Marathon

Team Connecticut Children’s welcomes runners and walkers at any level, from the recreational runner to the experienced marathoner, for the 5K, 26.2...

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Celestial sky with moon and stars
Nov 14

Connecticut Children's Foundation Gala

We're not wishing upon stars. We’re lighting the way forward with heart, science, and a 100% relentless commitment to kids. Be the light that builds...

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Dr. Lau with Abby, a patient at the Center

PJ Day for the Kids

PJ Day is fun, simple to execute and deeply impactful within school and business communities. We provide everything you need to pitch the event to your PTO, principal or boss. The official state-recognized PJ Day is the second Friday in December, but you can schedule a date, September through June, that works best for your school or business calendar.

Since 2011, more than $2.7 million has been raised in support of Connecticut Children's Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders, with more than $665,000 raised in 2022 alone. Together, $1 (or more) at a time, we are making a difference!

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Volunteers Make All the Difference

Fun

Volunteering your time at events is a very fulfilling and inspirational experience.

Connect

Join a committee to expand your network and provide hope to patients and families.

Impact

Philanthropic events fuel scientific discoveries which improves treatment options.
Volunteer

After we lost our dear Jamie, we made a decision to refocus our energy to help other children and families who are fighting cancer like we did. In 2010, we created Jamie’s Run 5K to do just that, and it has become more than we ever dreamed.

Kelly and Kurt Knotts, Jamie's Run, Inc.