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Children’s Cancer Center Gelatin Plunge sponsored by HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital

St. Petersburg Hospital has partnered with the Children's Cancer Center on their 9th Annual event, sponsoring a child.

June 12, 2024

HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital announced a sponsorship of $500 for the Children’s Cancer Center 9th Annual Gelatin Plunge.

The Gelatin Plunge will take place on Saturday, June 15, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Children’s Cancer Center, 4901 West Cypress St., Tampa, Florida.

“On behalf of the entire HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital team, I am pleased we can support the efforts of the Children’s Cancer Center,” said Brent Burish, CEO of HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital and HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital. “We are grateful for the opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of the children and families supported by the Children’s Cancer Center.”

Said Nicole Spanswick, MOTR/L, an Acute Care Occupational Therapist at St. Petersburg Hospital as well as a Children's Cancer Center Volunteer and Committee Member: "I am thrilled that HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital could sponsor the Children's Cancer Center Gelatin Plunge. Given my deep connection to both organizations, it means a lot to help build these community relationships. My thanks to St. Petersburg Hospital for their sponsorship, and thanks to the Children's Cancer Center for all they do."

Said Nico Meola of the Children’s Cancer Center: “We would like to thank and applaud HCA for understanding that it takes more than medicine to be well. HCA’s support of the Gelatin Plunge helps us deliver on our mission of helping over 5,000 local children and family members battling pediatric cancer. I encourage everyone to check out www.gelatinplunge.org to donate and make an immediate difference in the lives of our local fighters, survivors and bereaved families.”

Published:
June 12, 2024
Location:
HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital

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