Friends of MUSC Children’s Hospital most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of Friends?
A: The purpose of the Friends of MUSC Children’s Hospital is to raise funds for and enhance community awareness of the exceptional care delivered at the MUSC Children’s Hospital. The Friends group provides a social fabric for individuals to participate in activities that benefit the many children throughout the state that are cared for by the MUSC Children’s Hospital.
Q: Where do fundraising dollars go?
A: Charitable funds support the MUSC Children’s Hospital Fund. Minimal funds support the Friends of MUSC Children’s Hospital organization’s operational expenses.
Q: What is the Children's Hospital Fund?
A: The Children’s Hospital Fund has played a major role in facilitating the development of programs within the Children’s Hospital. The Children’s Hospital Fund has enlisted community support for three primary reasons: To support research, to support the development of treatment programs within the department of Pediatrics, and to support the Child Life Services. For more information please visit MUSCkids.com/childrenshospitalfund
Q: How do I join Friends?
A: Please Click on Caring or Friendraising for more information. Print the Friends Membership Application and send it in along with a check to: Friends of MUSC Children's Hospital, 949 River Ave., Johns Island, SC 29455 or fax your completed application to 843-792-8595. Contact Marina Bland for more information.
Q: How can I get invited to Friends' events?
A: Let us know if you’d like to be included on the Friends “Gotta Know” list and we’ll keep you updated on all the latest Friends happenings. Send us an email to "Gotta Know" for more information, or clcik on Information to send us a note from our website.
Q: How do I make a donation?
A: To make a donation to the Friends of MUSC Children’s Hospital, or to make a donation to the MUSC Children’s Hospital, please visit MUSCKids.com/giving for more information, or call Lydia Hornick at 843-792-8595.
Q: What are the different types of membership?
A: Please click on Caring or Friendraising for benefit details.
Q: Are there any special rules and regulations for membership?
A: Please click on Membership Bylaws or Friendraising for information and benefit details.
Q: Where do I send my membership application?
A: You can either fax your application to 843-792-8595, or send your application to: Friends of MUSC Children's Hospital, 949 River Road, Johns Island, SC 29455
All of this is made possible through the generosity of private donors, like YOU, in the community, who give unselfishly, knowing their families may never need our help.
Click for more information about MUSC Childrens Hospital, or feel free to email Megan Stoffel at any time.
