Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has announced a $6.15 million commitment from the Wawa Foundation in support of the hospital’s volunteer services program.

The gift will support the hospital’s Wawa Volunteer Services program, including infrastructure enhancements, efforts to improve the volunteer experience, and a Wawa Coffee and Care Cart at CHOP’s second inpatient hospital, the Middleman Family Pavilion in King of Prussia. In addition, the gift will provide funding for the reception area of a Family Resource Center in the new patient tower on CHOP’s Philadelphia campus, scheduled to open in 2028.

With the most recent investment, Wawa and the Wawa Foundation have awarded more than $17.5 million in support of various departments across the hospital. In recognition of the latest gift, the welcome area of the Family Resource Center will incorporate the foundation’s name.

“Anyone who has pushed the Wawa Coffee and Care Cart knows that the simple gesture of offering a beverage with a smile makes a world of difference for families in difficult situations,” said Kenneth Luu, director of Wawa Volunteer Services and Engagement at CHOP. “The Wawa Foundation’s investment will empower us to deliver a seamless, inclusive, family-centered experience to everyone who enters our doors. Launching a cart at our Middleman Family Pavilion will be a key element in ensuring the finest patient care experience at every step of a family’s healthcare journey.”

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