More than 1,100 community and philanthropic leaders gathered for our 17th annual CHOC Gala, presented by Pacific Life and Pacific Life Foundation, raising $7 million in support of pediatric care 🎉
We’re so grateful for all the ways our community is here to advance hope, health, and healing for kids. Together, we make it possible for kids to return to the joy, wonder, and special moments of childhood.
The moment has arrived 💫 The 2026 CHOC Gala, presented by Pacific Life and Pacific Life Foundation, is officially here.
Tonight, surrounded by elegance and celebration, we gather for a far greater purpose: the children and families who depend on us in their most vulnerable moments.
Be sure to follow along on our Instagram Stories to experience the evening with us!
At just 10 years old, Jazlyn’s sore throat turned into a life-changing diagnosis: papillary thyroid carcinoma.
Following two successful surgeries to remove her thyroid, Dr. Himala Kashmiri, Jazlyn’s endocrinologist at Rady Children’s Health Orange County, suspected something else was causing the lesions and wanted Jazlyn to undergo genetic testing.
That intuition led to a diagnosis that may have saved not only Jazlyn’s life but also other family members’ lives. Jazlyn’s testing revealed she has DICER1 syndrome, a genetic disorder associated with a higher risk of developing tumors throughout the body.
Dr. Kashmiri suggested other relatives get tested. It turned out Jazlyn’s mother, Cindy, and one of her other daughters also carried the DICER1 mutation—something they may not have ever known if it weren’t for Jazlyn’s diagnosis. They are regularly monitored.
Now a high school senior, Jazlyn is thriving in color guard and leading as her school's peer mentor club president. She gets annual ultrasounds and bloodwork every six months and is preparing for a seamless transition into adult healthcare.
When reflecting on her care journey, she has no doubt about pursuing her future dreams: “I never really felt scared, because I felt like I was in good hands.”
This Saturday at the CHOC Gala, presented by Pacific Life and the Pacific Life Foundation, we are honored to share Jazlyn’s story and the life-changing impact of philanthropy. Together, we are helping children like Jazlyn turn their brightest dreams into reality.
Nurses Week starts today!
Join us in celebrating the incredible nurses at Rady Children’s Health Orange County who show up every day with compassion, skill, and heart. From late-night comfort to lifesaving care, their dedication changes lives.
Click the link in bio to send a thank-you message or make a gift in honor of a nurse—all gifts are matched thanks to A.J. Kirkwood and Associates, doubling your impact and gratitude.
Thank you for being part of the appreciation and making exceptional care possible.
Our Children's Miracle Network Local Champion, Bethany, had the best day at @lifetime.life for their Move for a Life Time nationwide workout fundraiser! From snacks at the Life Cafe to unwinding in the spa, Bethany shared her Rady Children's Health story and cheered on every participant moving for children's health and well-being.
Thank you to Life Time and everyone who helped advance hope, health, and healing for children in our community. When you support an Orange County Children’s Miracle Network partner like Life Time, your generosity stays local—and so does your impact. Because of you, life-saving resources, compassionate care, and whole-child treatment remain available for kids like Bethany who depend on us.
The journey to the 2026 CHOC Walk in the Park, presented by Disneyland® Resort, is officially underway following our recent kickoff event... and the energy from our CHOC Walk community was truly inspiring 🙌
From warmly welcoming our 2026 CHOC Walk Ambassador, #TeamCarterStrongForever, to sharing excitement for the year ahead, this is only the beginning.
Mark your calendars: CHOC Walk in the Park, presented by Disneyland Resort, returns Sunday, Aug. 2. Start your Walk journey today at .
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 14th annual CHOC Classic, presented by PMH Laboratory, Inc. Because of our community's incredible generosity, our beautiful day at the Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club raised a record-breaking $1 million to advance pediatric healthcare across our region ⛳️
A heartfelt shoutout to all of our amazing sponsors whose compassion and partnership helped make this milestone possible, including our presenting sponsor @pmhlaboratory , and @mccarthybuild , our awards reception sponsor.
🔗 Read more about this year’s Classic and our community's impact (link in bio).
🏒 Thank you to everyone who made CHOCO Week with @anaheimducks and @anaheimducksfoundation so special! From our fun-filled watch party to Choco Bear plush sales and all the moments of generosity in between, your spirit, compassion and support truly help make a meaningful difference for the kids we serve.
📸: Stephanie Romero
Another unforgettable Choco Day at the Honda Center is in the books! Huge thanks to everyone who joined us and the @anaheimducks to celebrate our patients, families, staff and physicians — with an exciting overtime win to top it all off!
Anyone catch Choco’s Zamboni laps? 🙋🐻
🥼🩺 Every day, physicians at Rady Children’s Health Orange County dedicate their knowledge, expertise, and compassion to helping children heal and thrive.
Now, as Doctors' Day approaches on March 30, it’s our turn to show care. By writing a message of gratitude (link in bio) or making a gift in their honor, you let our physicians know how much their work is appreciated.
And thanks to A.J. Kirkwood and Associates, Inc., every gift will be generously matched—dollar for dollar—doubling the impact for children and their future.
Thank you for being part of this meaningful day celebrating our extraordinary doctors!
POV: You're filming for the CHOC Foundation's annual impact report video 🎬 Huge shoutout to the families who helped us with this special project!
Tap the 🔗 in bio to watch the full video, see the annual report, and discover the inspiring impact our community made possible.
At the CHOC Foundation, we believe the future of children’s health is built by those willing to reimagine what’s possible and explore what’s next. None of this progress happens alone. Thank you for believing in our mission and being part of this adventure.
Our friends at @beazerhomes truly turned compassion into action during their Day of Service, coming together to assemble goodie bags for our upcoming CHOC Classic golf tournament on Monday. Thank you, Beazer team, for pouring your heart into every detail and championing the kids and families we serve.
Swipe to hear from Lauren, a Beazer associate and grateful mom, as she shares her family’s connection to Rady Children’s Health, formerly CHOC—and how that experience fuels her passion for giving back.
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