January 29, 2024

It’s time for a hole-in-one! The Texas Children’s Houston Open is only weeks away, so let’s get ready to tee off. We’re honored to be the title sponsor of this celebrated PGA TOUR event, building on its legacy and providing a memorable experience for the city of Houston. Through our partnership with The Astros Golf Foundation, we’re thrilled to be a part of this monumental sporting event, hosting some of the PGA TOUR’s most outstanding players.

The event will occur on March 25-31, and our team members and their spouses/significant others are invited to volunteer free of charge. Don’t miss your chance to be involved, give back and be part of something special.

The volunteer registration deadline is Friday, February 23.

Texas Children’s team members and their spouses/significant others are also eligible for 20% off the purchase of grounds tickets at the tournament through our partnership with The Astros Golf Foundation.

Visit the Texas Children’s Houston Open SharePoint site for ticket and volunteer details, including the promotion code and registration link.

 

September 14, 2023

To kick off the countdown to the Texas Children’s Houston Open, our fearless leader took to the mound to throw some heat. Our team members proudly wore Astros gear in support. Read more

November 10, 2022

Thanks to all who entered the Texans ticket giveaway and showed us your team spirit. Our winners had a blast at the game! Watch the video recap. Read More

August 17, 2022

Disney and the nonprofit Starlight Children’s Foundation were recently featured on ABC13 KTRK-TV as they teamed up to host a Spidey-themed delivery event at Texas Children’s to celebrate the launch of “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends,” season two. Our patients, their families, and our One Amazing team members were among the first in the United States to enjoy a pre-screening of the first episode of the hit series’ new season, which officially launches August 19 on Disney Channel and Disney Junior. Cast member Armen Taylor (voice of Hulk), made a special appearance during the celebration to meet with patients and their families.

“Our Texas Children’s physicians and staff were delighted to watch the joy and excitement on the faces of our hospitalized patients as they reveled in this unique Disney visit,” said Tabitha Rice, Executive Vice President, Administration. “Thanks to Texas Children’s established relationship with Disney and support from Starlight Children’s Foundation, our patients and their families experienced pure Disney joy – a most welcome reprieve from the many stresses that can accompany a child’s hospital stay.”

The event was part of Disney’s 2018 commitment of $100 million to help children’s hospitals reimagine the patient experience and deliver joy when it’s needed most. This partnership is transforming our hospital spaces with interactive murals and digital displays; creating personalized moments by delivering Disney-themed Starlight hospital wear, care packages and products; and providing complimentary access to Disney+ and special screenings of newly-released movies, along with our colorful employee badges featuring beloved Disney characters. The ultimate goal of these activities is to provide joy and comfort to patients and their families during appointments.

Read Texas Children’s press release about the event to learn more about our Disney partnership and the Starlight Children’s Foundation. You can also find Disney Partnership training in HealthStream to learn how you can be a Disney ambassador at Texas Children’s.

August 10, 2022

Since the launch of the Disney partnership in 2019, one of the most cherished and beloved elements of the program is having every member of our One Amazing Team adorn a beloved Disney character behind their ID badge.

The character badges offer the chance to create moments of comfort and inspiration for both patients and colleagues. You can use the badges to engage with patients on a friendly and fun level, putting them at ease or just putting a smile on their faces. They also encourage interaction and camaraderie amongst our team members. Take a moment to ask a colleague who their Disney character is and why they chose it. You can learn more about Disney and make a new connection with a colleague.

Every department director should have received a package with a variety of new character badges, bilingual instruction cards and a list of their direct reports. If you have not had the opportunity to choose your new badge, please connect with your leader to inquire about this enhancement to the program.

If you have any questions or have not received your package, please contact the Disney team at disney@texaschildrens.org.

August 2, 2022

Do you know a child, aged 7 to 11, who would love to perform on the field at NRG Stadium with the Houston Texans Cheerleaders? Register them now for Junior Cheerleaders presented by Texas Children’s Hospital! Our Junior Cheerleaders have the chance to perform during the pregame of the Texans vs. Titans game on Oct. 30. Spots will fill fast, register today!

Price
$199 per Junior Cheerleader

Experience Details

  • Official 2022 Junior Cheerleaders uniform, hair bow and poms
  • Opportunity to perform with Houston Texans Cheerleaders on the field of NRG Stadium
  • (1) FREE game ticket per Junior Cheerleader
  • Customized T-Shirt to wear during rehearsal
  • Rehearsal practice with Houston Texans Cheerleaders
  • Meal voucher available for use on Oct. 30 game day
  • 10% discount to the Houston Texans Team Shop the night of rehearsal

Registration Link
https://www.houstontexans.com/cheerleaders/junior-cheer

April 22, 2022

It’s time to get your kids off their screens and on their feet! Registration is now open for the seventh annual Houston Texans Kids Triathlon, presented by Texas Children’s Hospital and coming to Typhoon Texas Waterpark on Saturday, April 23, and Sunday, April 24.

Follow this link to sign up for the race. You can even receive a discount on each registration as a Texas Children’s employee!

As the largest kids triathlon in the world, the Houston Texans Kids Triathlon is a sell-out each year with races for children of all ages and skill levels. Each morning will include friendly competition and appearances from the Texans’ special guests, followed by an afternoon of fun with a free waterpark pass for every participating child.

Kids aged 6-10 years old can participate in the Short Course that includes a 125-meter swim, 2-mile bike ride and 1-mile run. Kids aged 11-17 years old can take part in the Long Course, which includes a 225-meter swim, 4-mile bike ride and 2-mile run.

As the official children’s hospital of the Houston Texans, Texas Children’s is partnering with the Texans to build a community of healthy children. Together, our organizations are inspiring kids to be active and healthy while having fun and learning life skills like teamwork and discipline.

To learn more about the Houston Texans Kids Triathlon and our partnership with the team, click here.