Annual Gratitude Reports

President’s Letter

The theme of this year’s gratitude report is “Forging Our Future Together”—because with your help, we can pursue all that’s possible.

New Year, New Strategic Plan

Fiscal year 2023 marked the first full year of implementing Kennedy Krieger’s new strategic plan, which prioritizes world-class research and accessible patient care, special education and community services.

1,000s of Toys, Unquantifiable Joy

Once a year, Beverly and Pete O’Neal bring holiday cheer to kids at Kennedy Krieger—and all over Baltimore.

Instilling Hope

Through their many years of support, Mike and Pattie Batza have given countless children and families reason to believe in a better future.

Giving Back to Help Others

Raising funds for the development of a treatment benefiting people with Sturge-Weber syndrome around the world is the Nelson family’s mission.

Heart of Gold

Cynthia Cavanaugh and the Women’s Initiative Network support Kennedy Krieger by doing activities with patients, building connections with families and leading major fundraising events.

A Commitment to Community

Truist has sponsored Kennedy Krieger’s Festival of Trees for many years, and its employees are regular volunteers at Institute events.

Gallery of Gratitude

Each year, Kennedy Krieger hosts a variety of informational, fun and fundraising events. These events help us spread the word about the Institute’s work and expertise to the wider community, and are opportunities for networking, sponsor brand promotion and fun. If you supported or participated in one or more of these events, THANK YOU!

2023 in Numbers

Take a look at Kennedy Krieger in numbers: monetary and in-kind gifts, volunteers and volunteered hours, and other facts from 2023.