This past month, Valley Children’s Hospital was thrilled to welcome our dedicated Children’s Miracle Network® partners from Panda Express as they launched their 2026 year-round fundraising efforts and celebrated an extraordinary year of giving. In 2025, 54 Panda Express locations across the Central Valley raised an impressive $425,369 for Valley Children’s Hospital, bringing their total support since 2009 to more than $6.1 million.

We also had the chance to recognize Fresno’s Store #1480 for earning the title of top fundraising location in the Fresno and Visalia CMN market for the third consecutive year. The commitment shown by Panda’s local leadership and associates reflects a deep dedication to the well-being of children and families throughout the Central Valley.

Ara “Corky” Frank Normart Jr. the artist behind the beloved stained-glass work in Valley Children's Hospital's Chapel, leaves a legacy defined by generosity, warmth and a deep commitment to his community.

More than an artist, Corky was a neighbor and friend who shared his talents to bring comfort and connection to others. For the families who walk through our hospital's doors during some of the hardest moments of their lives, his work in the Chapel offers something rare: a place of peace and quiet strength.

That same spirit of giving led to his selection to design the art piece outside the Adventist Health Medical Office in Fowler, a project made possible through the generosity of donors Ray and Mary Lou Steele. Their support helped bring his uplifting artistry to even more people across the region.

Wherever his work lives, so does his kindness. Corky's legacy endures not only in the beauty of what he created, but in the reminder, he leaves behind that one person's generosity can brighten an entire community.



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This month, we were delighted to welcome the team from United States Cold Storage, Inc. for a celebratory lunch and check presentation honoring their incredible support of Valley Children's. Through their 2025 Connect for Cause initiative, which combines employee giving with fundraising events like their annual golf tournament, the Western Division raised more than $93,000 to benefit our Oncology and NICU departments.

Their generosity directly strengthens the care we provide to children and families across the region, from supporting the tiniest patients in our NICU to helping children and families navigate a cancer diagnosis with greater comfort and resources. We are truly grateful for their ongoing partnership.

This May, your business has a rare opportunity to put your name in front of thousands of Central Valley shoppers while making a real difference for children who need specialized care close to home.

For a $500 donation, your business name will appear on a Valley Children's Jumbo Balloon, a large 47" paper balloon displayed prominently inside your local Costco for the entire month. With the foot traffic Costco draws, that kind of visibility is hard to match at this price point.

But beyond the exposure, your sponsorship directly supports the children and families across our region who depend on Valley Children's for care they can't get anywhere else. As a nonprofit, Valley Children's offers your business a tax-deductible giving opportunity.



Spots are limited. To reserve your balloon before they're gone, contact Mateo Lozano at 559-353-8308 or MLozano5@valleychildrens.org.

Valley Children’s is deeply grateful to the G.L. Bruno Family Foundation for their generous $5,000 contribution, raised through the 2025 Gary L. Bruno Memorial Golf Tournament. This meaningful gift directly supports our Cochlear Implant Program, expanding access to advanced hearing technology and specialized care for children across our community. Thanks to partners like the G.L. Bruno Family Foundation, more children across the Central Valley can access the technology and care they need to hear, connect and thrive.

Some of the most inspiring acts of generosity come from the youngest members of our community. Valley Children's is proud to recognize two remarkable examples this month.

Madison's senior project raised more than $2,000 in support of our patients and families. Her hard work and heartfelt commitment to giving back reflect the very best of our community's young leaders. She may be just starting out, but her example is already making a difference that families here will feel for years to come.

Kerman FFA showed that same spirit during National FFA Week, raising more than $350 for Valley Children's Hospital through their fun and lively "Kiss a Pig" fundraiser. We're grateful to every student, supporter and community member who joined in. Your enthusiasm and generosity help make a meaningful difference for the children and families who rely on us.



Together, Madison and the Kerman FFA chapter remind us that generosity has no age limit, and that the next generation is already making their mark.

Before you toss out those clothes you no longer wear, consider a better option that benefits both the environment and Valley Children’s Hospital. Instead of adding to landfill waste, your gently used or unwanted items can be repurposed and the proceeds support Valley Children’s Child Life Program.



That’s where Just Porch It comes in, a convenient, free service that collects your unwanted clothing right from your doorstep. Simply gather your items, place them in a bag, and schedule a pickup online. No need to drive anywhere or drop off donations. They’ll handle the rest! Click here to schedule a pickup.

This month, round up for kids at the helpful place! Visit a participating Ace Hardware between Modesto and Coalinga to change kids’ health to change the future at Valley Children’s Hospital, a proud Children’s Miracle Network® hospital!

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