CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Each year, Carolina For The Kids (CFTK) kicks off their One Day event, a day in which the organization strives to reach a fundraising goal in 24 hours to benefit the patients and families of UNC Children's. This day serves to not only encourage donations but also raise excitement for the UNC Dance Marathon and spread awareness about the cause. This year, CFTK is asking you to help us reach our goal of raising $60,000 for UNC Children’s in just one day, February 11-12, 2019.

CFTK’s One Day Campaign will kick off on February 11th at 7pm at the UNC versus UVA Men’s Basketball game and conclude at 7pm on February 12th. CFTK members will begin One Day by raising money and awareness at the Dean Dome from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and then head over for a Pizza Press benefit from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with a 10% of purchases benefiting CFTK. On Tuesday, February 12th, benefits will be spread throughout the day starting at Buns from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and IP3 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. CFTK is beyond grateful for the support from local businesses who are helping us achieve our goal.

All proceeds raised by this campaign will support CFTK’s core programs including:

1. The For the Kids Fund, supplementing costs incurred during hospitalization that insurance does not cover
2. Parent’s Night Out, providing families with a free meal during their hospital stays and visits
3. Carolina For The Kids Grants and Research Grants, improving patient care
4. Pediatric Play Atrium, ensuring patients can enjoy playtime and enjoyment even when in the hospital

Reaching our goal of $60,000 would provide enough funds to feed 12,000 family members, provide 1,200 gas cards for families that must travel for their care at UNC Children’s, fund multiple research grants, or cover 4,000 nights at Ronald McDonald house in order for families to be close to their children during their hospital stay. This one day can have a lifelong impact for so many families and patients.

You can help us reach our goal by donating at carolinaftk.org/donate on February 11th-12th to support each of CFTK’s core programs – any amount helps! The smallest donation can have an enormous impact on the life of a child in UNC Children’s. Even if you are unable to contribute financially, you can help us spread awareness by sharing and interacting with our social media throughout our one day campaign.

“Our One Day Campaign is a wonderful day to kick-off the spring semester,” Executive Director, Bryant Gilchrist said. “After a long break, this campaign gets our dancers, committee members and corporate donors into the spirit of CFTK.” Carolina For The Kids has held a One Day campaign for the past four years, raising close to $40,000 during the campaign last year.

In March, CFTK will celebrate the fundraising efforts from One Day and the rest of the year at UNC’s 21st annual UNC Dance Marathon. Dancers have pledged to participate in either a 12 or 24-hour no sitting, no sleeping marathon in order to show their support for the patients and families of UNC Children’s. One Day is much more than a fundraising effort, it makes a difference in the lives of the patients and families served by UNC Children’s.

One Cause, One Goal, One Day starts 7:00 p.m. on February 11th, and we hope you all will support our endeavors and the kids by donating at carolinaftk.org/donate or learning more about our organization and mission at carolinaftk.org.

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Carolina For The Kids Foundation (CFTK), North Carolina’s largest student-run non-profit fundraising organization, is excited to host its 7th annual Kilometers For The Kids (KFTK) race on Sunday, September 23rd at UNC-Chapel Hill’s campus.

The seventh annual event encourages family members of all ages to participate in the one-mile themed Fun Run or 5K to show their support for the patients and families of UNC Children’s. Through a strong partnership with The Office of New Students and Carolina Parent Programs, Carolina For The Kids is so excited that KFTK will continue to be a part of UNC’s 2018 Family Weekend.

“The idea of families helping families is what makes KFTK so special. Students and families come together to show their love and support for a great cause,” says Executive Director, Bryant Gilchrist. “We hope that you will join us at Kilometers For The Kids as we kick off our 21st year!”

Running enthusiasts and CFTK supporters alike are encouraged to walk, run, jog, or even dance their way through UNC’s scenic campus. Beginning and ending at the Old Well, participants will not only tour the campus, but also participate in pre- and post-race activities, hear from our Kid Co-Captains, and enjoy light refreshments.

All proceeds from KFTK will benefit the programs and grants supported by CFTK for UNC Children’s. These include the the For The Kids Fund, which covers costs incurred by families during hospitalization that are not otherwise paid for by insurance, the Parents Night Out fund, the Children’s Play Atrium, and other critical program areas.

In 2017, with the help of our generous donors, dancers, sponsors and runners, KFTK raised over $18,500 for UNC Children’s. We are excited to continue this tradition and hope to reach new heights in 2018 for the kids. We hope that you and your family will come out for a wonderful fun-filled morning for the kids!

The 5K will start at 9 a.m., and the Fun Run will begin at 9:15 a.m. All Fun Run participants will receive a goodie bag and the top three runners in each category of the 5K will receive a prize. Participants are encouraged to sign up by August 30th in order to guarantee a shirt of desired size. For more information and to register for KFTK, please visit: http://www.carolinaftk.org/kilometers-for-the-kids.html.