2025 Annual Report

75 Years of Infinite Hope: 2025 Annual Report

Nicklaus Children’s Health System has a proud legacy of caring for children and families in South Florida, and we are focused on what comes next: a future defined by infinite hope for every child we serve. Our mission continues to guide us as we expand access to highly specialized pediatric care with compassion and expertise.

In this report to the community, you will see how our teams are advancing care across specialties through expanded institutes, new programs, and continued investment in research and academic collaboration.

Pushing Forward in 2024: Annual Report

For 75 years, Nicklaus Children’s has provided compassionate, patient-centered care for children in South Florida and beyond with a focus on innovation, research, and clinical excellence. In 2024, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Foundation helped kick off a new chapter for the health system with the launch of the historic Forward for Generations Campaign, which is well on its way to meeting its ambitious $200M fundraising goal.

The Foundation celebrated milestones including the grand opening of one of the most innovative pediatric facilities in the nation, Kenneth C. Griffin Surgical Tower, as well as a record-breaking Diamond Ball gala that raised $6.9 million for our patients and families.

Celebrate with Us! This year’s annual report provides a deeper dive into the growth and success of Nicklaus Children’s over the past year as we push forward, together, to create an environment of health and healing for every child, for generations. For a list of notable gifts and achievements, please take a look at our special section on pages 24-30.

Forward for Generations: 2023 Annual Report

2023 was a transformational year, starting with a transformational gift by Helen and Jacob Shaham that will enhance pediatric cancer care and research at the hospital's cancer and blood disorders institute, now named the Helen & Jacob Shaham Cancer & Blood Disorders Institute. Additionally, the Saka family donated $1 million to support programs such as the Adaptive Care Program and music therapy. The Batchelor Foundation contributed $250,000 for the Mobile Dental Unit, with additional support bringing the total to $357,000. Lastly, grants totaling $192,000 were issued for cancer research by Hyundai Hope on Wheels and other foundations.

Soaring to New Heights: 2022 Annual Report

Without a doubt, 2022 was a banner year for Nicklaus Children’s as we soared to new heights in fulfilling our commitment to the children and families of South Florida and beyond. We cannot thank you enough for helping make that possible.