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The 2019 Children’s Ball raised more than $3 million for patients and families at Children’s National. Held April 13 at The Anthem, more than 800 guests attended the 13th annual event. Learn more and see photos and videos here.

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The 2018 Children’s Ball raised more than $3 million for patients and families at Children’s National. Held April 6 at Union Station, more than 900 guests attended the 12th annual event. Learn more and see photos and videos here.

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With a theme of “Pioneering the Future,” the 2017 Children’s Ball raised $3 million while celebrating the many advancements that are saving and improving children’s lives. The Ball was held April 7 at the Ritz-Carlton and chaired by Amy Baier, Mae Grennan, Carrie Marriott, and Toni Verstandig. See photos, video, and more.

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Chaired by Dr. Kurt Newman, president and CEO of Children's National, and his wife Alison, the 10th annual Children's Ball celebrated the hospital's role as an integral part of the nation's capital. See photos and video.

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Eight years after surviving a life-threatening accident, Chase Essex spoke at the 2016 Children's Ball to express his gratitude for his doctors, nurses, and care team. When he was 3 years old, Chase accidentally swallowed lye and damaged his esophagus. After more than 30 surgeries, he's still treated at Children's National, but he doesn't let having a trach slow him down. Watch a video of his story.

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