University of Kentucky Receives $1.35 Million for Children's Health in Lexington, Fayette County on October 29: Coaches for the Kids Check to Support Foster Children
Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky: University of Kentucky football head coach Will Stein joined Tim Francis, board chair of Coaches for the Kids, on October 29 to present a $1.35 million check to the Golisano Children's Hospital at UK, supporting programs and initiatives that improve the health, safety and well-being of Kentucky children, with a focus on children in foster care.
Stein said taking part in the organization's event for the first time showed him the community's care for children and families, that every child deserves to feel safe, supported and loved, and that he is proud to advance the mission alongside the professionals at Golisano Children's Hospital.
According to the university, Coaches for the Kids has raised more than $9 million for the children's hospital over more than two decades; this year's event raised a record of more than $1 million, reaching $1.35 million with matching donations. The gift will fund hospital programs serving children and families, reflecting the combined strength of college athletics and community philanthropy.
Source: GSM · USA (original Chinese edition)
Photo: 肯塔基州议会大厦，位于法兰克福。 / The Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort.
