​​The History of cha|cha

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• cha|cha, which stands for Children's Hospital Auxillary | Children’s Hospital Auction, is the signature biennial fundraising event of the Women’s Board of Dayton Children’s Hospital.

• The first cha|cha took place on May 27, 1967, raising $35,000.

• Since its inception, cha|cha has raised over $8 million for Dayton Children’s Hospital.

• Funds have supported critical needs including the Patient Care Tower, specialized ICU Giraffe beds, Nurse Call alert systems, and behavioral and mental health services.

• The event brings together over 500 attendees, including corporate partners, community leaders, donors, medical professionals, and volunteers.

• cha|cha is Dayton’s #1 fundraiser and still features an elaborate auction that serves as the heart of the celebration.