Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church raises $37,000 for Golisano Children’s Hospital
14th annual golf event supported the new Golisano Children’s Hospital Pediatric Surgery Center coming to Fort Myers
Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church held its 14th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on March 29 at The Club at Gateway raising $37,000 to support the Golisano Children’s Hospital Pediatric Surgery Center. Since the inaugural event in 2011, the golf tournament has raised a cumulative $361,900 for Golisano Children’s Hospital.
“Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church‘s unwavering support over the past 14 years is a powerful example of what long-term community commitment can accomplish,” said Katy Martinez, senior director of development for Lee Health Foundation. “Their dedication has helped advance children’s healthcare in Southwest Florida, ensuring that more families have access to the specialized care their children need closer to home. We’re incredibly grateful for their partnership and the impact they continue to make.”
The Golisano Children’s Hospital Pediatric Surgery Center is being developed to support the expanded population and surgical needs of children in Southwest Florida. Once completed, the center will relocate 80% of outpatient pediatric procedures currently performed at HealthPark Medical Center, freeing up critical space for urgent and complex cases such as pediatric neurosurgery and trauma care. Designed as a dedicated hub for specialized pediatric surgical care, the center will provide a calm, secure environment where children and their families feel welcome and supported.
“Supporting the Golisano Children’s Hospital Pediatric Surgery Center is a mission we deeply believe in,” said Russ Reynolds, the church’s tournament director. “We’re honored to play a part in helping local families receive the care they need.”
Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church is a multi-generational community offering ministries for all ages, including youth programs, Bible studies, and various small groups. Learn more about Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church.
To learn more about the advancement of children’s healthcare in Southwest Florida, visit GiveGolisano.org or call 239-343-6950.
About Golisano Children’s Hospital
Golisano Children’s Hospital, a nationally recognized facility for safety and quality care, is one of five acute care hospitals within Lee Health. Established in 1994, Golisano is the only designated children’s hospital in Southwest Florida, with over 500,000 visits a year, serving patients from six surrounding counties. Ranked as a Top Children’s Hospital by Leapfrog, a Solution for Patient Safety network hospital, an Asthma Friendly Hospital and a certified center for children with Autism, Golisano offers more than 30 specialty pediatric services in various locations across Southwest Florida. Lee Health opened the current hospital building in May 2017 which includes 135-beds and comprehensive neonatal and pediatric services. For more information, visit GoGolisano.org.