We have reached a critical juncture in our ability to address the pediatric mental health crisis. Suicide is the leading cause of death for kids starting at age 10 in Colorado, and thoughts of suicide or a suicide attempt are among the top reasons that patients come to our emergency departments.
Read more about "Pediatric Mental Health is in a ‘State of Emergency’"Richard “Gus” Gustafson, a retired military veteran from Colorado Springs, began his charitable journey over 20 years ago, moved by the exceptional palliative care his mother received before her passing. Since then, Gus and his wife, Linda, have increased their charitable giving each year.
Read more about "Rock Your Boat: A Donor Journey"Research is at the heart of what we do and critical to how we care for patients like Daniel, who need new treatments and cures today.
Read more about "Kids Count on Research: Daniel’s Story"As the single largest fundraising event for Children’s Colorado, the Courage Classic helps provide lifesaving care for patients and families at the region’s only nonprofit pediatric hospital.
Read more about "Riding for a Cause: Why I Support the Courage Classic""I first came to Children’s Hospital Colorado because I was having a lot of problems, like getting angry, sad and frustrated. I just wasn't acting like myself."
Read more about "In My Own Words: Living with ADHD"