Shriners Children's Erie

13/08/2025

💛 THANK YOU! 💛

Yesterday’s Erie Gives Day was nothing short of amazing — together, you raised an incredible $185,694 to support children receiving care at Shriners Children’s Erie.

Your generosity means more children will receive the Most Amazing Care Anywhere — helping them heal, grow and thrive.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our mission and in the futures of our patients. 🧡

13/08/2025

Only a few hours left in Erie Gives Day 2025! Thank you so much to everyone who has made a gift so far. There's still time to donate to Shriners Children’s Erie – visit https://ow.ly/JKnQ50WniVP.Together we are making a difference!

12/08/2025

💛 $35,195 raised from 189 gifts… and we’re not done yet! 💛

There’s still time to be part of something amazing this Erie Gives Day. Your gift to Shriners Children’s Erie helps provide life-changing care to kids—regardless of a family’s ability to pay.

⏰ The clock is ticking—you have until MIDNIGHT to make your gift and help us reach even higher!

Donate now: https://ow.ly/5eNU50WEL3v

12/08/2025

Today is the day! 🌟 From midnight to midnight, your donation to Shriners Children’s Erie can make an even bigger impact during Erie Gives! Any gift of $25 or more will receive a prorated match from The Erie Community Foundation. And remember, all fees (transaction, platform, and processing) are fully covered! That means 100% of your donation goes directly to Shriners Children’s Erie when you give with a credit card. Visit https://ow.ly/JKnQ50WniVP to help more kids achieve their dreams, overcome challenges, and thrive—thanks to the Most Amazing Care ANYWHERE. Thank you for being part of their journey!

11/08/2025

Help Kids Like Emily Keep Moving Forward – Erie Gives Day is tomorrow, August 12! Emily is always on the move—whether she’s cheering on the sidelines or making moves on the court with the Shriners Jammers wheelchair basketball team. At Shriners Children’s Erie, we lift up kids like Emily by supporting every passion and interest that brings them joy. Through adaptive sports and programs that build confidence. Help fuel the passions of kids like Emily! Every donation of $25 or more given tomorrow between midnight to midnight on the Erie Gives Day website will be boosted with a prorated match thanks to the Erie Community Foundation, maximizing your impact!

📲 Give at https://ow.ly/JKnQ50WniVP
📞 Or call 814-454-0843 (8 AM–8 PM)

08/08/2025

From therapy milestones to hitting the open road — Henry is starting his driving journey! 🚗💨 Born with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism, Henry has faced challenges along the way, but with determination and the unwavering support of his parents, he proudly earned his driver’s permit.

Read his full story here: https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/news-and-media/patient-stories/2025/07/henry-achondroplasia-care

Henry is starting his driving journey and taking a big step toward independence with determination and support from his care team and family.

07/08/2025

Save the date for some spooktacular fun at our Trunk or Treat event!
All Shriners Children's patients and families are welcome. We’ll have costumes, candy and creatively decorated trunks for a night full of festive fun and sweet surprises!

A special thanks to Spirit of Children for making this event extra magical! ✨
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 14
📍 Location: 1645 West 8th Street - Rear parking lot, behind the building
⏰ Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm

We can’t wait to see your amazing costumes! 🎃

06/08/2025

Elliana loves to stay active and is always up for trying something new, including wheelchair basketball! At Shriners Children’s Erie, we help lift up kids like Elliana by providing opportunities to explore their passions through adaptive sports. Through the Shriners Jammers wheelchair basketball team, she’s able to stay active, try new things and connect with other kids who share her energy and determination.

On Erie Gives Day, your gift goes even further—thanks to a pro-rated match that increases the impact of every donation. Help kids like Elliana stay active, confident, and connected through adaptive sports like wheelchair basketball. With your support, Shriners Children’s Erie can continue creating opportunities for kids to explore their passions and thrive. Give on August 12 at https://ow.ly/JKnQ50WniVP and be part of something amazing.

04/08/2025

Congratulations to Abbie on her recent graduation from care with Dr. Dede at Shriners Children’s Erie! Now she is excited to start the next chapter and plans to gain experience by working with kids as she works toward her future career. We are so proud of you Abbie and cannot wait to see what is next.

30/07/2025

Cooper loves to play with all kinds of toys and express himself through creativity and imagination. Shriners Children’s Erie lifts Cooper up by providing therapy through play, helping him build new skills, reach developmental milestones and simply enjoy being a kid. At Shriners Children’s Erie, we meet children where they are, offering therapy that supports every stage of development in a way that feels fun, natural and empowering.

On Erie Gives Day, you can help kids like Cooper grow, explore and thrive in a supportive, child-centered environment. Your gift supports therapy that meets children where they are—encouraging creativity, building confidence and turning everyday moments into milestones. Give on August 12 at https://ow.ly/JKnQ50WniVP and be a part of their journey.

29/07/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Lillian on graduating from care at Shriners Children’s Erie! Since 6th grade, Lillian has been coming to see Dr. Pahys for scoliosis treatment and we’ve had the privilege of watching her grow into the incredible young woman she is today. We’re so proud of you, Lillian and wish you all the best in everything you do! 💫 Best wishes in all that you do!

28/07/2025

It may be hot outside, but at Shriners Children’s Erie, our patient access team is staying cool by celebrating Christmas in July with a special visit from therapy dog Tucker! Therapy Dogs United 🎄☀️🐾 Their festive spirit and friendly smiles help make every day merry and bright—for kids and families alike!