LOS
ANGELES, May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Starlight
Children's Foundation CEO, Adam
Garone, has been named Nonprofit Executive of the Year
(Large), by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The prestigious award
was presented at the annual Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship
Award luncheon held at the Biltmore Los Angeles. This recognition
celebrates the most impressive and impactful nonprofit
organizations, teams, and leaders, as well as the corporate leaders
and organizations who dedicate their time and resources to
elevating the community.
Garone, who joined Starlight Children's
Foundation in 2019, has a long history of successfully leading and
transforming organizations. He is best known for co-founding the
Movember Foundation, a global charity that has raised over
$1.5 billion for men's health. Under
Garone's leadership, the Movember Foundation helped raise awareness
and funds for men's health by encouraging fun and impactful
fundraising activities.
Since joining Starlight Children's Foundation,
Garone has continued to use his digital expertise and "Have fun, do
good" philosophy to enhance children's hospital experiences.
Through his guidance, Starlight has fostered partnerships with many
Los Angeles-based and national
businesses and leaders. Adam introduced an innovative collection of
interactive hospital gowns with printed Quick Response (QR) codes
on the fabric. When scanned, hospital patients can access digital
content, entertaining and engaging them while providing a welcome
distraction. Additionally, his leadership ensures that fun plays a
crucial role in various fundraising initiatives, from content
creators' streaming sessions to engaging fun runs and events hosted
by dedicated fandom groups. As a result, Starlight has
significantly increased its impact, revenue, and organizational
transparency.
His unwavering commitment to serving others and
finding joy and fulfillment in his work sets Garone apart. He has
led the organization through the pandemic, increasing revenue and
reaching more children yearly. He prioritized and addressed the
culture at Starlight, fostering an innovative culture that
encourages and empowers the team to take risks without the fear of
failing.
Garone has also strengthened relationships with
LA businesses and diversified Starlight's board. His transformative
leadership has profoundly impacted the organization and its mission
to bring happiness to seriously ill children and their
families.
Under Garone's guidance, Starlight's programs
like Gaming, Virtual Reality, Hospital Gowns and Toy Deliveries
have significantly improved hospital experiences for sick children,
particularly those who are underserved. Notable community
engagements, including hospital visits from celebrities and
partners, highlight Garone's dedication to making a positive
difference. His commitment to joy and service makes him a deserving
finalist for the LABJ's Nonprofit Executive of the Year
(Large).
Starlight Children's Foundation, founded in 1982,
is a top-rated charity that aims to deliver happiness to seriously
ill children and their families through vital programs that impact
millions of kids annually. Donor-funded and offered free of charge
to hospitals and families, Starlight programs unleash the power of
play, empowering kids with a renewed sense of optimism, resilience,
and courage. Starlight is a top-rated charity committed to
equitable program distribution to its nationwide hospital network.
As the saying goes, happy kids heal faster.
For more information about Starlight Children's
Foundation, please contact us at the provided information
below.
ABOUT STARLIGHT CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION
Hospital stays can be lonely, stressful, and scary. That's why
Starlight exists. Founded in 1982, Starlight Children's Foundation
is a 501(c)3 organization that aims to deliver happiness to
seriously ill children and their families through vital programs
that impact millions of kids annually. Donor-funded and offered
free of charge to hospitals and families, Starlight programs
unleash the power of play, empowering kids with a renewed sense of
optimism, resilience, and courage. Starlight is a top-rated charity
committed to the equitable allocation of programs to its nationwide
hospital network. Happy kids heal faster. Learn more at
starlight.org and follow Starlight on social media
@starlightchildrensfoundation.
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