Doernbecher 100 Birthday Toolkit
Join in the celebration as we honor OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital’s 100th birthday.
OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital is celebrating its 100th birthday this year, and we want you to join in the festivities!
In 1921, Frank Doernbecher left an estate gift of $200,000 for his children to use “for the benefit of the people of the state of Oregon.” With the funds, they built Oregon’s first children’s hospital, which opened its doors in 1926. Today, Doernbecher is one of the premiere pediatric heath care centers in the country.
For 100 years, Doernbecher has provided care to every child and family that needs it. And the hospital has been able to do that because of community support. People like you, who organize events, sell lemonade, collect blankets and books — the creativity and generosity are nothing short of amazing.
A century of care is the perfect opportunity to support Doernbecher. Here’s a special Doernbecher 100 Birthday Kit to get your fundraiser started! Are you throwing your own birthday party? Hosting a backyard barbeque? Planning a neighborhood get-together, pickleball tournament or dinner party? Use the assets and messaging in this digital toolkit to add a little Doernbecher birthday flair to your gathering, spread awareness of Doernbecher’s milestone or encourage your guests to support.
Table Tent
Download the table tent (pdf) and print as a resource for your event.
Social Posts
- I’m throwing a birthday party for Doernbecher to celebrate their 100-year anniversary because [add your personal reason].
- I’m proud to support @OHSUDoernbecher for the Doernbecher 100-year anniversary! If you want to join me in the celebration, visit ohsuf.org/dch100.
- On Doernbecher’s 100th birthday, I’m celebrating by making a gift to @OHSUDoernbecher in honor of [insert name of loved one]. Please consider donating in honor of someone you know so we can continue giving hope and health to children and their families. ohsuf.org/kids.
Example Email Language
- This [MONTH], I’m hosting/throwing/planning a [EVENT] in honor of OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital’s 100th birthday, and I’d love for you to join me! Doernbecher opened its doors in 1926 and has been a special part of our community ever since. That’s something worth celebrating, and I’m joining in spreading awareness of this remarkable milestone.
- OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital is turning 100 this year, and I’m hosting/throwing/planning a [EVENT] to celebrate! Doernbecher means so much to me and to our community, and I want to help them commemorate a decade of providing hope and healing to kids all over the region. Join me in spreading the festivities and consider supporting Doernbecher at ohsuf.org/kids.
Downloadable graphics for social media
