University Hospitals in Cleveland has announced a $2 million gift from Danielle and Michael Weiner in support of labor and delivery services at UH Ahuja Medical Center as part of the campus's Phase 2 expansion.

The Danielle and Michael Weiner Maternity Suite, part of the new Steve and Loree Potash Women & Newborn Center, will feature twenty-three private rooms equipped for the postpartum stay of new mothers, babies, and other family members, as well as a six-bay nursery. It is estimated the center will deliver twenty-four hundred babies annually.

At age 13, Danielle "Dani" Weiner contributed funds she received for her Bat Mitzvah to help furnish a playroom at UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital. A longtime supporter of UH, Weiner is president-elect of the Rainbow Babies & Children's Foundation board and co-chairs its signature event, Ride the Rainbow.

"Philanthropy and service to others have always been an important part of my life," said Weiner. "My connection to Rainbow has been fostered over many years, first as a child by my family and more recently as a leader within the Rainbow Babies & Children's Foundation."

"The birth of a child and the days immediately following are precious and private moments for families," said Patti DePompei, president of UH Rainbow Babies & Children's and UH MacDonald Women's hospitals and chair of the Rainbow Babies & Children's Foundation leadership and innovation committee. "The incredible support of the Weiner family will help deliver the high-quality care and specialized services mom and baby need in the compassionate, family-focused environment they deserve. Together, we will give our families a strong start."

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