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A Legacy of Compassion

December 6, 2019

The Anderson Stewart Family Foundation’s recent $50 million gift continues a three-decade history of giving, helping to cement CHLA’s position as a leader in pediatric health care.

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A Lasting Legacy for Kids

June 25, 2024

The donors behind the newest endowed chairs at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles are making an impact on care today—and for generations to come.

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Children’s Hospital Los Angeles 2024 Gala Raises Nearly $5 Million to Support Pediatric Health Care and Research

October 5, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA (October 5, 2024)—The 2024 Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) Gala united philanthropists, celebrities, local supporters and leaders in entertainment and business on Saturday

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Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Names James F. Amatruda, MD, PhD, as Director of the Cancer and Blood Disease Institute

August 13, 2024

LOS ANGELES (August 13, 2024) – Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has named James F. Amatruda, MD, PhD, a highly respected medical leader, clinician, and researcher with global recognitions, as Director

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Research and Breakthroughs

New cGMP Facility Aims to Accelerate Cell Therapy for Pediatric Cancer

May 12, 2023

Four investigators share their research—and how the USC/CHLA facility will help bring novel cell therapies to clinical trials faster.

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Improving Access to Cell and Gene Therapy in Pediatrics

October 2, 2024

Gene therapy holds tremendous potential for children, but many promising therapies are shelved. Here’s what a new model could look like.

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The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation Makes Transformational Gift to Establish the Chuck Lorre Pediatric Health Education Institute at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

October 15, 2024

LOS ANGELES (October 15, 2024)— The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation has made one of the largest gifts in the history of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) to establish the Chuck Lorre Pediatric

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Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Launches Ninth Annual Make March Matter® Fundraising Campaign

March 1, 2024

More than 80 Southern California businesses will rally the community during March in support of pediatric care and research at CHLA.

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Panda Express’ Philanthropic Foundation Pledges $20 Million To Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

September 15, 2020

LOS ANGELES (September 15, 2020) – On Tuesday, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) announced that Panda Express®, through its philanthropic foundation, Panda Cares®, pledged $20 million to

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