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ACH Auxiliary
The Arkansas Children's Hospital Auxiliary, a member of the Arkansas Hospital Auxiliary Association, is a separate 501(c)(3) organization serving patients and families through fundraising and service projects.
Founded in 1967, the Auxiliary has grown to nearly 550 members who support the hospital through many fundraising efforts including A la Carte, Miracle Ball, Race for a Healthier Tomorrow, the Playaway Gift Shop, the ACHiever Program and Holiday Cards featuring artwork by Arkansas Children's patients.
Contact the ACH Auxiliary at achauxiliary@archildrens.org to learn more about becoming a sponsor and champion for children.
ACH Auxiliary Events & Programs
2019-2020 Boy Program Chair: Jill Hartsfield
2019-2020 Girl Program Chair: Marisha DiCarlo
The ACHiever program was started in 2002 to share with young girls the importance of volunteering and giving back to one's community. In the fall of 2018, the ACHiever program grew to include a separate program for young men. The two programs will meet on different dates but both will receive a true understanding of the many career opportunities in the healthcare industry while, also, learning the importance for volunteerism. Educational sessions will take place on Monday night each month from 5:30 to 6:45 pm, September - April. The age group for both programs is ninth-grade. Throughout the year, the ACHievers will tour different areas of the hospital, volunteer for various ACH Auxiliary projects and learn about the value of philanthropy.2019-2020 Chair: Nikki Hastings
Date: March 12, 2020, 6:30 - 9:30 pm in Children's Hall on the ACH CampusCost of Tickets: $100 per person
You better bring a big appetite! The ACH Auxiliary spring fundraiser features tasty treats from more than 20 central Arkansas restaurants and caterers, and an extensive silent auction. A la Carte raises approximately $60,000 each year and usually draws more than 600 guests. The event is a great opportunity to get a "taste of Arkansas" while also having fun and raising money for the hospital.
2019-2020 Chair: Katie Hunter
Since the hospital first opened its doors in 1912, patients have been using markers, pencils, crayons and glue to create beautiful artwork. In 1968, the ACH Auxiliary decided to share patient art with others by selling holiday cards, each featuring original artwork created by an Arkansas Children's patient. The Holiday Card Project has grown over the years, and now includes gift tags, ornaments and t-shirts.The annual patient art contest runs from September—March.
2019-2020 Chairs: The Middleton Family
In 2006, the ACH Auxiliary teamed up with the Arkansas Children's Foundation to host Miracle Ball, its first black-tie fundraiser for the hospital. At this yearly event, guests celebrate the joys of the holiday season and the miracles that happen every day at ACH. Miracle Ball has become the signature event of the social season in Central Arkansas, raising more than $500,000 annually.2019-2020 Chair: Meredith Flanagin
The Playaway Gift Shop is one of the oldest fundraising projects of the ACH Auxiliary. Playaway has grown from a rolling book cart to a 3,000 square-foot store prominently located in the ACH lobby. The gift shop is staffed by full-time employees, but Auxiliary members volunteer their time selling candy, wrapping gifts and sharing hugs with weary patients and family members. But most importantly, they raise funds to support the hospital.
2019-2020 Chair: Kristen Saffa