IRA Rollover Passes For 2010 and 2011
January 07, 2011
This bill restores the IRA Charitable Rollover for 2010 and permits its use in all of 2011. For more information, click here.
Year - End Giving
January 07, 2011
While 2011 is just around the corner, there are still a few remaining weeks in the year to give you a final opportunity to balance your income and giving for the 2010 tax year. When you give a gift to Kosair Charities, you receive an income tax deduction. Want more information? Consider reading our End of Year Gifts flyer. Or, if you would like to speak to someone at Kosair Charities, contact Chandler Blewett at 502-637-7696. Ready to donate now? Make an online donation here.
Magic show brings excitement and wonder to Kosair Kids
March 25, 2010
On Sunday, May 16, “The Magic and the Wonder” returns to Louisville. Headlining the show is Las Vegas magician Kevin James who has made numerous television appearances on shows “World Magic Awards,” “Masters of Illusion” and a 2007 appearance on “America’s Got Talent.” Also appearing will be comedy magician David Williamson and Louisville’s own illusionists Patrick and Janice Miller with Paul Emmick, WDRB Meteorologist as emcee.
The event will feature three shows (2, 4:30 and 7 p.m.) at the Scottish Rite auditorium at 200 East Gray Street. Tickets are $15 and $20 and can be purchased at Kosair Charities at 982 Eastern Parkway, by calling (502) 637-7696, or at www.LouisvilleMagicShow.com.
All event proceeds will benefit Kosair Charities and the Louisville Scottish Rite Foundation Childhood Language Development Program.
Shriner’s Hospital - Lexington honors Kosair Charities for partnership
February 22, 2010
Kosair Charities recently was honored for their partnership with Shriners Hospital for children in Lexington, Kentucky.
In all, Kosair Charities has provided more than $2.4 million to the hospital in support of various programs. This year, the organization contributed more than $327,500 in funding for the Kosair Charities lecture program which brings educational speakers to the hospital to enrich staff and researchers. Funding also supported a three-year clinical translation project that helps apply the results of recent research to actual patient care. Plus, therapy protocols, cerebral palsy and clubfoot research was funded with this year’s grant.
According to H. I. Stroth, Jr., Emeritus Member of the Board of the Shriners Hospitals for Children Board of Trustees, the plaque represented Kosair Charities ongoing commitment to the hospital. “We depend on their support year after year and are glad to have them as a partner in the wonderful research and new developments taking place in Lexington,” he said.
For more information about the Shirners Hospital - Lexington, please visit www.shrinershq.org/Hospitals/Lexington/
Pictured above: Members of the Shriners Hospital - Lexington Board of Directors presented a plaque honoring Kosair Charities committment to the hospital to members of the Kosair Charities Board of Directors. On left side, holding plaque is H. I. Stroth, Jr. and holding plaque on right is Jerry Ward, Chairman of Kosair Charities.
Honor your Sweetheart with a unique gift to Kosair Charities
February 04, 2010
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Kosair Charities offers a unique way to recognize your Sweetheart, family member or friend with a contribution. Show your loved one you really care, by making a contribution today. Plus, your support will help medically frail children in Kentucky and southern Indiana. Their name will be included among a list of honored donors in the spring issue of Kosair Charities Kite Tales newsletter and here on kosair.org.
Click here to make a contribution and show you care. (Be sure to include “Valentine” in the comments section of your contribution form.)
Stay at Sleep Inn & Suites this November and support Kosair Kids
November 16, 2009
Guests who stay at Sleep Inn & Suites this November can give 10 percent of their $89 room charge to Kosair Kids. It’s the perfect way to support Kosair Charities while visiting the Louisville, Kentucky area. View the promotional flyer for more informaton.
Kids Center celebrates 50 years, reveals major Kosair Charities gift
October 09, 2009
On Sunday, October 11, the Kosair Charities campus at 982 Easter Parkway will be buzzing with clowns, cake walks, balloons, and music. It’s all part of the 50th Birthday party for the Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies, formerly know as the Cerebral Palsy Kids Center. The event runs from 2 - 4 p.m., and is free and open to the public. As part of the celebration, a special announcement will be made relating to a lead gift that Kosair Charities is making to launch the Center’s Next 50 campaign.
There will be lots of fun for families, including carnival like games and food, and a special free concert by children’s artist Dave Kinnoin (www.songwizard.com). There will be a large announcement to make regarding the Center’s “Next 50” endowment drive, which is designed to help ensure the Center’s future. This will include a “reveal” of a major lead gift from Kosair Charities and the dedication of a special song commissioned to honor Kosair Charities written by Kinnoin and sang by local children.
For more information call 502-635-6397, or visit www.kidscenterky.org.
Welcome to the new Kosair.org
July 14, 2009
Kosair Charities has unveiled a new Web site design that makes connecting with the organization even easier.
The site offers a brightly colored design featuring the Kosair Charities kite and photos of Kosair Kids. Information about giving opportunities — including an interactive planned giving tool — is also offered at Kosair.org. Plus, donations can be given online more easily and quickly through the secure site.
“We depend on donors and volunteers to support our mission of caring for the medical needs of children. It only makes sense that our Web site should offer an easy and attractive way for them to learn about us, connect with us and make a contribution,” said Kosair Charities President Randy Coe.