The Guilds of Children's Hospital

The Guilds of Children’s Hospital Central California are celebrating 60 years of advocating for the health and well-being of children. More than 1,200 committed women and men work side-by-side raising needed funds and serving as community ambassadors. The Hospital’s largest financial contributor, the Guilds have raised more than $20 million to ensure excellent healthcare for Valley youth.

Mission

To raise funds, advocate for children and promote good will for Children’s Hospital.

History

In 1949, the founding mothers had a shared vision of establishing a dedicated pediatric hospital in the San Joaquin Valley. Mrs. Agnes Crockett, Mrs. Gail Goodwin, Mrs. Helen (Maupin) Ross, Mrs. Carolyn Peck and Mrs. Patty Randall decided a guild system would be needed to accomplish their goal. In September that same year, Llanada Guild held its first event and raised nearly $5,500. Two years later, construction of Valley Children’s Hospital began in Fresno on donated land.

Over the years, the Guilds’ fundraising efforts have provided for vital medical equipment and services. In 2008, the Guilds pledged to raise $1 million to establish The Guilds of Children’s Hospital Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Endowment. In 2009, the Guilds’ Coordinating Council voted to add an additional $4 million, bringing their total pledge to $5 million. The endowment will provide support for the creation of a fully-accredited Child Advocacy Center. The Child Advocacy Program currently operates a medical clinic, the SCAN (Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect) Team and does community outreach and education.

Today there are 15 Guilds throughout the 10-county area Children’s Hospital serves. The Guilds raise funds through fashion shows, themed luncheons, dinner dances, plays, drawings and home tours. Two of the Guilds operate six days a week:

Holiday Boutique
Fresno's most unique gift shop, the boutique features crystal, china, silver and Herend figurines.
1772 W. Bullard Ave., Fresno, CA 93711
Holiday Boutique web site

La Tienda Thrift Shop
One of the oldest of its kind, the thrift shop opened the same year as Children’s. Located in the Tower District, it offers household items, clothing, toys, jewelry, books, and much more.
708 E. Olive Ave., Fresno, CA 93728

Guild Events & Special Fundraisers

Cooking with Friends. Recipes with a Purpose.

Los Niños Hispanic Guild cookbooks are on sale, featuring recipes by community friends, business and civic leaders and local restaurants. Enjoy 300 breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert recipes, along with appetizers and recipes for kids too!

$20 per cookbook.

Please email Elena Romero to place your order.

Alegria Guild invites you to their 58th annual Day in the Country!

October 3
10-2pm
Sherman Thomas Ranch Estate, Madera
$30

The day includes Alegria's famous bake sale, door prizes, silent auction, shopping at the Artisan Faire, cash raffle and lunch with friends...

Call Vicki to purchase your tickets today - 559.673.3645

Join Sequoia Guild as they host their annual Harvest Dinner Dance in Sanger.

October 3rd
$25
In Sanger - more information to come...

Wonderful food, fun auction items, dancing and great friends - a night not to be missed!

Email Ttdjwolfe@aol.com for more information.

Del Corazon 2nd annual Poker Run as they "Chip in for Children's"

October 8th
4-8pm
Merced's Downtown
$20 per player card. $20 raffle tickets.

Early registration is encouraged. Start at Fernando's Bistro in the heart of downtown Merced. Purchase a raffle ticket and then hit the streets for the best hand...

When you have the winning hand, head back to Fernando's Bistro, who will be featuring two dinner specials and will donate 25% back to Del Corazon, listen to live music, enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres at the bar and wait for the winners to be announced!

Guarantee fun! Contact Tabitha for more information (209) 563-6150.

Tour de Vino - A Party with a Purpose

Join Los Niños Hispanic Guild for a tour of Central Coast wineries...

Tobin James Winery
Eberle Winery
J Lohr
Maloy O'Neil
Silver Horse Winery

October 10th
Central Coast
$100

Tour the wineries via a deluxe motorcoach, enjoy a gourmet lunch by Cahoots Catering and raffle prizes.

For more information, please email sales@gcservices.us.

Join Las Madrinas Guild as they take-over

October 20th
Orange Blossom Junction
20898 Ave 296
Exeter, CA
$60

Great food, great friends and the greatest cause!

For more information, please contact Mindy at 559.528.4935 or Jody at 559.539.2225.