What was once a barren patch of land next to Goryeb Children’s Hospital is now a beautifully landscaped garden filled with flowers and ornamental grasses, a place for patients to capture a quiet moment.
On August 2, Mickey’s Garden was dedicated in honor of Michelina Tedeschi, the grandmother of Emily Weber, who spearheaded the garden project along with other Kids4Kids Committee members. “My grandmother was an avid gardener and would have loved this,” says the 17 year old. “It’s a great way to remember her and help patients.”
The transformation required a group effort, with help from 36 Kids4Kids volunteers; Hall’s Garden Center; Herold’s Landscaping; Emily McCormick and Kimberly Borin, who painted the mural; and the Curtin family, who donated benches.
The Kids4Kids Committee encourages children and teenagers to get involved with philanthropy, volunteerism and hands-on activities to benefit Goryeb Children’s Hospital and its patients. To learn more, click here.