Credit unions swing into action, raising over $50,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
COLUMBIA, MD (May 22, 2024) — Credit unions and industry partners showcased their commitment to the well-being of their communities, raising over $50,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals) at the 2024 Maryland and DC Play Yellow Charity Golf Classic hosted by Credit Union Miracle Day.
Held at Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club in Columbia, Maryland, the Play Yellow tournament brought together 120 golfers for a day of friendly competition and fundraising. Credit Union Miracle Day presented a check for over $45,000 with an additional $5,700 in donations made during the tournament.
“This incredible achievement reflects the unwavering generosity of our credit unions and business partners,” said John Bratsakis, Board Chair of Credit Union Miracle Day and President/CEO of MD|DC Credit Union Association. “Their continued support strengthens families’ access to critical care at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. It’s a testament to the collaborative spirit of the credit union industry, making a real difference for children facing serious health challenges.”
The funds raised will directly benefit Children’s National in Washington, DC, and Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, supporting critical treatments, healthcare services, and pediatric medical equipment. As its charity of choice, the credit union industry has raised over $200 million for CMN Hospitals since 1996.
Jennie Phelps, Associate Director of Corporate Engagement and Events at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center said, “We are so grateful to everyone who participated in this year’s Play Yellow Charity Golf Tournament! Your fun on the course creates life changing possibilities for the patients and families at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. Thank you for supporting our patients and their families!”
Over 49 credit unions and business partners sponsored the 2024 charity golf classic. You can view the complete list of sponsors here.
About Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® raises funds for 170 children’s hospitals that support the health of 10 million kids each year across the U.S. and Canada. Donations go to local hospitals to fund critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, along with innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services. To learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and your local children’s hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.
About Credit Union Miracle Day
Since becoming the title sponsors of races in 2002, Credit Union Miracle Day, a collaboration of over 100 credit unions and business partners and CUSOs, has donated over $11 million to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals across the country. Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is an alliance of premier children’s hospitals which treat 10 million critically ill children annually, regardless of their ability to pay. Credit Union Miracle Day is the 2013 proud recipient of the National Credit Union Foundation’s Outstanding Program Award.
