Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How will my donation be used?
A: Your donation will be designated to our Pediatric Hematology/Oncology program which is our program for children with cancer or blood disorders. We try to create experiences for these kids to make them feel as normal as possible. Money raised through Change Bandit will support one of four areas: Camp Courage, Clement’s Kindness, School Re-entry program and support groups, such as S.C.A.T. (Showing Courage All Together), Sibling Day, etc.. If you would like more information about these four programs please contact Jamie Gibson at 864-454-8741.
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Q: Is my online donation secure?
A: Yes. Your order is protected by a 128 bit secure socket layer (SSL) encryption certificate that is issued by one of the nations leading security certificate issuing authorities.
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Q: What is Children’s Miracle Network?
A:  Children's Miracle Network is the alliance of premier children's hospitals. Every year, Children's Miracle Network hospitals treat 17 million children for every disease and injury imaginable. Children's Miracle Network hospitals impact the lives of more children than any other children's organization in the world. The Greenville Hospital System Children’s Hospital is the local CMN affiliated hospital in this area.  We serve kids from upstate South Carolina, western North Carolina and northeast Georgia.or contact Gina Lewis at glewis@ghs.org or 864-454-8319.
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Q: What is the Children's Hospital Radiothon?
A: The Childrenl's Hospital Radiothon is a 30 hour event where Children’s Hospital of Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center partners with Entercom Upstate (B93.7, Magic 98.9, 93.3 The Planet, Rock 101, and News Radio 106.3)  to raise funds and awareness for Children’s Hospital. During the Radiothon, families who have benefited from  Children’s Hospital share their story and listeners will be invited to contribute.  For more information please log onto www.ghs.org/giving or contact Gina Lewis at glewis@ghs.org or 864-454-8319.
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Q: How can I volunteer for the Radiothon?
A: We are always in need of volunteers to help during the Radiothon. If you wish to volunteer please contact Katie Stephens Porter at 864-454-8333 or kestephens@ghs.org.
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Q: Who are our Radiothon partners?
A: The GHS Children’s Hospital partners with five radio stations who are all part of Entercom Upstate in Greenville, SC. Those stations are B93.7 (93.7 FM), Magic 98.9 (98.9 FM), 93.3 The Planet (93.3 FM), 106.3 WORD (106.3 FM), and Rock 101 (101 FM).  
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Q: Is my gift tax deductible?
A: Yes. All contributions to Children's Hospital of Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center(GHS) are tax deductible in full accordance with the law.
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Q: Can I make an undesignated gift to Children's Hospital?
A: Absolutely. Anyone can make an undesignated gift to Children's Hospital. An undesignated gift will go to the current greatest need at Children's Hospital. If you are interested in making such a gift, you may do so through the GHS website at www.ghs.org/giving and click on the Donate Now button. 
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Q: Can I visit Children's Hospital? 
A: Yes. We highly encourage anyone who would like to visit our Children's Hospital to do so. Please e-mail us at glewis@ghs.org to make arrangements for a guided tour.
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Q: Is the Children's Hospital a not-for-profit organization? 
A: Greenville Hospital System is a South Carolina not-for-profit organization exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our federal Employer Tax ID number is 57-6007863.
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Q: How can I learn more about  Children's Hospital? 

A: Visit our Web site at www.ghs.org/childrens for immediate information. You can also request to receive information by mail or e-mail.


If you would like to learn about other philanthropic opportunities within Children's Hospital, please contact Bill Kinard at 864-454-8312 or bkinard@ghs.org.
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Q: What do I do if I'm having trouble making a gift on the Web site? 
A: If you are having technical difficulties, please contact us at 864-454-8314 or dbeck@ghs.org.
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Q: What about mailing lists?
A: If you wish to be added to/removed from a mailing list or have a question about a mailing, please include your full mailing address in your correspondence. Without a mailing address, we will not be able to honor your request.
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