Superheroes raise $85,000 at the Walk for Miracles presented by Velera

Approximately 2,000 superheroes joined Corewell Health Children’s Walk for Miracles, presented by Velera, at the Detroit Zoo on Saturday, June 8. Event proceeds of $85,000 benefit Children’s Miracle Network programming at Corewell Health Children’s.

Many participants dressed as their favorite superhero or fantasy character. All walkers received a superhero cape and medal as they enjoyed visiting the animals along the two-mile path around the zoo. Children 14 and under were also invited to select a toy from hundreds of options provided by Amazon.

Along the way, families were thrilled to meet popular fairytale and comic book heroes provided by the League of Enchantment.

In addition to presenting sponsor Velera, additional sponsors added to the success of the event including Walmart, Bob’s Discount Furniture, Sam’s Club, Wicked Awesome Wishes, Credit Union One, FBMJ Attorneys, Audacy, Hour Detroit, and Whitlock Business Systems.

Donations to Children’s Miracle Network at Corewell Health’s Beaumont Children’s can make a big difference. For example:

• $25 provides a student heart check, diagnosing potential problems, especially in athletes
• $30 provides a diabetes program kit for a child
• $50 provides a hospital visit for a child from a therapy dog
• $100 provides therapy services for children with autism and their families
• $250 purchases a pediatric cancer infusion chair for a child’s comfort during treatment
• $300 purchases a Bluetooth stethoscope to record a child’s heartbeat as a keepsake for families experiencing the loss of a child
• $1,000 helps to purchase a customized therapy bike for a child with special needs

To learn more about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at Corewell Health Children’s, visit:

beaumomt.org/CMN .