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Oct 6, 2011: KHF Sponsors Team Joe's 5th Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit the INOVA Fairfax Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
The Katelyn Hall Foundation donated $1,000 to Team Joe Charities in support of their 5th Annual Golf Tournament and joined as a Founding Sponsor. Michael and Ashley were able to play in the tournament on Oct 6, 2011 and enjoyed a great day of golf. Joe Petrella was born prematurely just like Katelyn and thanks to all the doctors and nurses at the INOVA Fairfax NICU, Joe is doing very well today. Please visit www.teamjoe.org to learn more about them.
May 6, 2011: KHF Participates in Art Fundraiser
The Katelyn Hall Foundation teamed with Artists Kevin Bednarz & J Lyndon Douglas for their "When Art Comes Alive" Fundraiser held on May 6, 2011 in Leesburg, VA. KHF received $761 to support their efforts to impact the lives of others touched by prematurity. Click on the picture below to see the Facebook page for the event and on the YouTube video to see a video. A huge thanks goes out to the artists for making this possible and helping in the fight against prematurity.
KHF 6th Annual Golf Tournament Results are In!
The Katelyn Hall Foundation raised just over $40,000 with their 6th Annual Golf Tournament. The proceeds benefited the GUH NICU / Pediatrics and the March of Dimes. Click on the logo below to see results and pictures.
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Apr 22, 2011: KHF Sponsors the Rocknoceros Rocks for Preemies concert to Benefit Preemies Today
The Katelyn Hall Foundation donated $1,000 to Preemies Today in support of their Rocknoceros Rocks for Preemies concert on May 14, 2011. All proceeds from the event will fund numerous programs such as their Parent-to-Parent support program, Preemie Care Kits, and educational materials. Visit www.preemiestoday.com for more information.
Apr 2, 2011: Hall Family Speaks at the 2011 GUH Pediatric Gala
The Hall's were invited to speak at the 2011 Georgetown University Hospital Pediatric Gala held at the Omni Shorem Hotel in Washington, DC. They spoke about Katelyn's progress since she graduated from the NICU in April 2004. Katelyn said hello to everyone and decided she wanted to take over as MC for the event.
Jan 3, 2011: KHF Joins the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce
The Katelyn Hall Foundation has joined the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce. We hope this will give us more opportunities to network, advertise, and promote our foundation. To learn more about them visit their web page: www.loudounchamber.org.
Nov 12, 2010: The Hall Family speaks at the 10th Annual March of Dimes Heroines in Technology Dinner
The Hall Family was invited to speak at the MOD Heroines in Technology dinner at the Reston Hyatt on Nov 12. Heroines in Technology® recognizes and honors women in the technology field who exemplify volunteer service in the community. The Hall family spoke about Katelyn's progress since they first spoke at this event in 2008.
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Nov 11, 2010: Katelyn Hall Foundation Receives Sponsorship Award at the 2010 Georgetown University Hospital Pediatric Friends and Sponsors Dinner
The Katelyn Hall Foundation was one of many donors honored at the GUH Pediatric Friends and Sponsors Dinner held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington, DC. KHF board members were in attendance at the black tie affair along with representatives from one of KHF's long time sponsors, Mama Lucci's restaurant.
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Oct 1, 2010: KHF Sponsors Team Joe's 4th Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit the INOVA Fairfax Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
The Katelyn Hall Foundation donated $1,000 to Team Joe Charities in support of their 4th Annual Golf Tournament. Michael and Ashley were able to play in the tournament and enjoyed a great day of golf. We are proud to announce that Team Joe raised $50,000 for the INOVA Fairfax NICU. Joe Petrella was born prematurely just like Katelyn and thanks to all the doctors and nurses at the INOVA Fairfax NICU, Joe is doing very well today. Please visit www.teamjoe.org to learn more about them.
Sep 25, 2010: Hall Family Speaks at the March of Dimes Bikers for Babies in Richmond
The Hall family spoke at the Richmond Bikers for Babies to tell Katelyn's story and help raise awareness of prematurity. The event was held at the Richmond International Raceway where bikers were able to ride laps around the raceway to raise money for babies. Katelyn, along with several other VA local ambassadors were able to take a ride around the raceway. Celebrity rider Big Rick was on hand to meet and great, along with local bands, prizes and vendors. It was a great day for helping the March of Dimes insure that one day all babies are born healthy!
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Apr 25, 2010: Team Katelyn Walks in the Loudoun County March for Babies to Raise Money for the March of Dimes
Team Katelyn was joined by Katelyn's Aunt Mez, Uncle Greg, Cousin Sean, Cousin Kevin, Cousin Kaleigh, Grandpa, and Rose for Loudoun County's March for Babies in Leesburg, VA. Everyone enjoyed the walk and had a great time. After the walk we all enjoyed lunch and the kids played on the Fun Bus! Team Katelyn has raised over $12,000 so far. To help add to Team Katelyn's totals donate to our MFB Page.
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Mar 8, 2010: Hall Family Speaks at the AMCHP (Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs) Annual Conference
The Hall Family spoke at the AMCHP Annual Conference to tell Katelyn's story and raise awareness of prematurity. AMCHP is a March of Dimes alliance organization and they support their prematurity campaign. Left picture is Dr. Howse, President of the March of Dimes, introducing the hall family. Middle picture is Hall Family with Dr. Howse just after ribbon cutting ceremony. Right picture is the Hall Family posing in front of Katelyn's sign on the mini-walk. Click on pictures to enlarge.
Feb 11, 2010: Katelyn Meets President Obama in the Oval Office
Katelyn and Joshua Hoffman (2010 MOD National Ambassador), along with their families and MOD staff, met President Obama in the Oval Office to share their inspiring stories with the President. View the links below to read more and click on the pictures to enlarge.
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Jan 1, 2010: We are pleased to announce our 5th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the Georgetown University Hospital NICU and the March of Dimes
The Katelyn Hall Foundation / Team Katelyn is holding our 5th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, April 5, 2010 at Lansdowne Golf Resort. Please visit the Golf Tournament Website for more information and to sign up on-line.
Jan 2009: Katelyn Named 2009 National Ambassador for the March of Dimes
As the National Ambassador Katelyn will travel around the country in 2009 representing the March of Dimes and helping in the fight against prematurity. You can follow her travels on the March of Dimes website.
Oct 31, 2008: KHF Receives 501(c)(3) Status
We are pleased to report that on Oct 31, 2008 we were awarded tax exempt status as a Public Charity from the IRS.