Day of Giving Raises More Than $435,000

Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children’s presented the fifth annual Day of Giving on Wednesday, September 10. The daylong radio-telethon, a partnership with NBC 10 WJAR and Cumulus Media Providence, gave the hospitals an opportunity to highlight their world-class care, share inspiring patient stories, and raise funds to support their lifesaving work.

The 2025 Edward A. Iannuccilli, MD,
Civic Leader of the Year Award

Earlier this month, the Edward A. Iannuccilli, MD, Civic Leader of the Year Award was presented to Robert K. Vincent, Chairperson of Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation, in recognition of his outstanding leadership and contributions to Rhode Island Hospital, Hasbro Children’s, and the greater Rhode Island community. A former chair of the Rhode Island Hospital Foundation Board, Bob also led the Hasbro Children’s Heroes Ball with his wife, Grace, for three years, among other key roles at the hospital and across the state.

Spirit Halloween Supports
Hasbro Children’s Child Life Services

Since 2007, Spirit of Children has raised over $145 million through the generous support of guests, associates, and business partners—providing critical Child Life resources to pediatric hospital partners across North America, including Hasbro Children's. Spirit of Children has donated over $1 million to Hasbro Children's.

Hasbro Children’s Allows Leukemia Patient to Remain Close to Home for World-Class Treatment

Emanuel Silva (“Emoni”) was just six years old when he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) during a family trip to Portugal in May 2024. It was a diagnosis that changed everything; but thanks to a clinical trial offered through Hasbro Children’s, Emoni is not only getting world-class treatment close to home, but he is also living like the energetic, Lego-loving kid he’s always been. This clinical trial has allowed Emoni a better quality of life during treatment; one in which he could remain in school and actively enjoying his favorite activities.

Record-Breaking 29th Annual
Hasbro Children’s Golf Invitational

On July 21, 2025, 115 golfers gathered at the picturesque Rhode Island Country Club for the 29th annual Hasbro Children’s Golf Invitational, an event marked by sunshine, spirited bidding, and heartfelt remembrance. The tournament included a lively auction and fund-a-need, raising an incredible, and record-breaking, $475,000 for critical patient-focused services such as the Aubin Child Protection Center and Child Life.

(Pictured: Lawrence A. Aubin, Sr., Chairman of the Brown University Health Board of Directors with Champion Child Cullen Dailey)

Hasbro Children’s Announces 2024 ‘Brite Lites’ Hospital Employees Recognized for Exemplary Care

Hasbro Children’s announced its 2024 Brite Lite award winners at a recent ceremony held in the hospital’s Balise Healing Garden. Recipients are Brown University Health employees nominated by Hasbro Children’s patients and their families for their dedication and compassion shown to pediatric patients under their care.

Become a Miracle Maker for Hasbro Children's

Here’s an easy, convenient, and cost-efficient way to donate to Hasbro Children’s and make an important difference in the lives of the children we care for. Miracle Makers make a monthly commitment – $15 a month – just $.50 a day! Each gift is an investment in the future of pediatric medicine, research, and medical education in southeastern New England.

A Gift That Could Lower Your Tax Burden

Do you own an IRA retirement account and are at least 70.5 years old? Then you may be eligible to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) and potentially save on taxes even if you do not itemize. This type of gift may also satisfy your annual required minimum distribution.

Hasbro Children's In the News

Here are some recent stories where Hasbro Children’s is making headlines.

Chickenpox: What Parents Need to Know

A Brown University Health blog by Kirsten d'Hemecourt, MD

Chickenpox, an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, is most associated with fever and an itchy rash. Before a vaccine was introduced in 1995, chickenpox was a common childhood illness in the United States. Fortunately, since the development of a vaccine, the incidence of chickenpox has decreased significantly.