Comforting Children in Local Hospitals: Grassroots Efforts That Inspired HHH's First Big Project
After shadowing three different regional hospitals, Cora noticed the lack of hospital resources for children in rural areas. She fostered connections between her volunteer coordinator and a local donor to deliver 58 fun-themed pillowcases for children at Culpeper ER. Cora then decided to identify further needs for children undergoing healthcare across rural Virginia.
Griffin Williford collaborated with Future Americans in Medicine Club at his high school, which collected supplies for Jared's Toy Box at Mary Washington Hospital. He decided to coordinate more donation drives to help children in hospitals in underserved areas of Virginia.
After Cora founded Medical Careers Club at Riverbend high school, she reached out to Griffin through Future Americans in Medicine at Courtland High School. They decided to spearhead a campaign, but they needed more help. Cora then assembled a team of students to serve as Board of Directors.
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These students had impressive records of leadership, community service, and a desire to make an impact in healthcare. Together, they spearheaded an initiative to collaborate with 5 healthcare facilities across rural Virginia and supply comfort/support kits for children in underserved areas. ​
