Fundraising

Founders Auxiliary Board supports Children’s National through fundraising events. The Board hosts A Vintage Affair, a Charity Polo Cup and participates in the Hospital’s annual Race for Every Child.

Charity Polo Cup

Saturday, September 13, 2025
SummerHill Polo (Poolesville, MD)

Please join us for a family-friendly Exhibition Polo Match, benefitting our own Children’s National Hospital.

Children's National Hospital mascot, Dr. Bear, standing next to a polo player seated on their horse.

5K Race for Every Child

Saturday, October 18, 2025
In person at Freedom Plaza in Washington, D.C., or virtually!

It’s almost time to join your “FAB for KIDS” race team in running for their lives!

Gather with hundreds of grateful, joyful and big-hearted supporters as we all race to make children’s lives the best they can be! 

Participate your way. In person on the Plaza or virtually at a location of your choosing! Donate. Run. Walk. Stroll your little one. Carry your dog. Go the extra donation mile by inviting your network and creating a team.

Kick off your heroic efforts by registering for the “FAB for KIDS” race team below. Our new goal is $30,000. So let’s get ready to give children’s health our very best run.

A Vintage Affair

Proceeds from A Vintage Affair fund the Founders Auxiliary Board’s Annual Grants and Major Gift Programs. These programs provide critical funding directly to Children’s National’s experts which enables them to expand the horizons of pediatric care.

A Vintage Affair Hero Image: A night of fine wine and food benefitting children's national hospital. Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Mellon Auditorium.