Miracle Stories
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals is proud of every child that fights through adversity to live. Below are some courageous kids that are truly heroes. If you have a Miracle Story that you would like to share, please submit your information to us through our contact page.
Luke A.
Luke's mother noticed a lump in his stomach. She took him immediately to the hospital where they told her Luke had a tumor inside his stomach. Read more about Luke.
Riley C.
At just six months old, little Riley's abdomen became swollen and he could not keep his food down. He had developed a large abdominal tumor known as an undifferentiated soft tissue sarcoma. Read more about Riley.
Riley C.
Chester and Theresa were thrilled to hear that they were having twins after several years of trying. It was mid way through the pregnancy that they found out one of the two babies was not completely healthy. Read more about Riley.
Madyson D.
Madyson Grace is a wonderful 9 year old little girl. She attends Ocean Palms Elementary School in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl. To know Madyson, is to be entertained. Read more about Madyson.
Jack & Luke E.
When Jennifer and David discovered they were having twins, like any new parents they were thrilled! Their happiness was cut short when they discovered there were complications. Read more about Jack and Luke.
Devon H.
On October 18th, a semi-truck collided with the car Devon was riding in with her mother and sister. The collision killed her mother and sister instantly; Devon was life-flight to Shands Jacksonville. Read more about Devon.
Kylee K.
Kylee came into the world weighing only 13.5 ounces. "When they brought her out, she was in the isolette, covered in oil to moisten her skin," her father, Glenn Kearce remembers. “She was a little bigger than a coke can.” Read more about Kylee.
Anfernee M.
Anfernee had stuttered ever since he was four years old, but everyone from his pediatrician to the school speech therapist thought he would outgrow it. Read more about Anfernee.
Haley R.
Haley is a bright and beautiful nine-year-old girl. Upon meeting her, you are struck by her adventurous spirit and infectious laughter. The thought that such a remarkable young girl is a cancer survivor never once enters your head. Read more about Haley.
Alex R.
On Wednesday, January 6, 2010, an early release day, Lisa dropped her son, Alex, off with a friend before school and headed to work. At 3:00 pm, Lisa received a terrifying phone call that her son had been shot in the head and was on his way to Shands Jacksonville. Read more about Alex.
Shawn S.
Thirteen-year-old Shawn was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. In the morning Shawn takes fourteen different types of medication including a breathing treatment. Read more about Shawn.
Tabitha T.
Tabitha was a normal, busy, curious 3-year old, with a great personality who enjoyed life and was constantly learning new things daily. Read more about Tabitha.
Jaiden V.
Although he might look like the picture of health as he runs around the playground, hops onto the monkey bars, and begs his mother for a push on the swing set, Jaiden has had respiratory problems since his birth in September of 2008. Read more about Jaiden.
Elijah W.
At 13 weeks gestation, Elijah was diagnosed with a Lower Urinary Tract Obstruction (LUTO) and was given a 1 in 10 chance to survive the pregnancy. The doctor then shared the option of fetal surgery with his parents. Read more about Elijah.
Emonie W.
On a Monday afternoon, Emonie's mother picked her up from school early. Emonie was complaining of a terrible headache. Her mother took her to the emergency room and the doctors started running tests. Read more about Emonie.
Vincent W.
The doctors gave him less than a 5% chance of survival, and said that if he does survive, he'll probably never breathe, walk or eat on his own and could have severe brain damage. Read more about Vincent.
Miracle Children
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Dance Marathon Night at UNF Baseball
when: Fri., February 17, 6 p.m.
where: Harmon Stadium, UNF
Come enjoy America's favorite past time while supporting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals! Dance Marathon has partnered with University of North Florida Athletics to host a spirit night at the baseball team's season opener.