Hockey Fights Cancer Night presented by OhioHealth
Courageous kids fighting cancer are our Heroes, and each season we show our support by offering unique experiences and special recognitions during events like Hockey Fights Cancer Night. Some call it therapy through distraction, but most of the kids just call it fun.
6 Pediatric Cancer Heroes
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Nationwide Children's Hospital believes that no child should be refused necessary care and attention for lack of ability to pay. NCH is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care, advocacy for children and families, pediatric research, education of patients, families and future providers, and outstanding service to accommodate the needs of patients and families. Since the team’s inception in 2000, the Columbus Blue Jackets have maintained a valued partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital with a major focus on pediatric cancer. The CBJ Foundation welcomed guests from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a Worthington Industries Community Champion, to Nationwide Arena and presented a check for $196,500 for the continued fight to end pediatric cancer.
Columbus Blue Jackets Family Resource Center
The CBJ Family Resource Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is a 5,000 square-ft. space that serves all families with children receiving care at the hospital by offering amenities including a lounge with a play area, laundry facilities, a clinical education classroom, computers and complimentary services including haircuts and massage therapy. This year, more than 20,000 families received services from the center.
Bicycle Safety presented by Columbia Gas
Through partnerships with Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Columbia Gas, the Columbus Blue Jackets have taken a leadership role in promoting bicycle safety. Annually, free bike helmets and proper fittings are provided to children in Columbus.
12,000+ free bike helmets provided to Columbus youth
Red Cross Blood Drive
Each September, the Columbus Blue Jackets and OhioHealth team up with the American Red Cross to promote “Hockey: It’s In Your Blood!” to recruit blood donors and help save lives.
11,682+ pints of blood donated with a potential of helping save 35,000+ lives
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department
The partnership between the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department and the Columbus Blue Jackets helps expand the world of hockey to residents of all backgrounds by teaching how to be a leader in your community and how to embrace teamwork. The CBJ Foundation welcomed guests from Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, a Worthington Industries Community Champion, to Nationwide Arena and presented a check for $20,000 in support of the health and safety of youth in our area.
WITH SUPPORT FROM OUR GRANT PARTNERS
900 families enjoyed monthly adventures through A Kid Again
181 photo shoots capturing the courage, beauty, strength, hope and dignity of pediatric cancer patients were conducted by Flashes of Hope
170 kids experienced a two-week hematology and oncology camp at Flying Horse Farms
74 girls received properly fitting running shoes and 10 weeks of social emotional learning lessons through Girls on the Run
12,000 smiles were treated at KidSMILES Pediatric Dental Clinic
288 children received books through the LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence reading corner
Three kids battling life-threatening illnesses received wishes through our grant partnership with Make-A-Wish Foundation of Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Inc.
240 families with children on the H12 floor at Nationwide Children’s Hospital received meals through Nellie’s Champions for Kids (NC4K)
603 night stays provided to pediatric patients and their families at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio
138 kids with special needs received a safe and secure outdoor playscape at The Childhood League Center