2009 Gala Raises $750,000 for Childhood Immunization Initiative

CEO Scott Armstrong and Chief Medical Executive Michael Soman, MD, flank honored guest Gov. Christine Gregoire at the 2009 Gift of Health Gala.

More than 600 guests set a new fundraising record at the 8th Annual Gift of Health Gala on Oct. 10. Honored guest Gov. Christine Gregoire thanked those in attendance for stepping up to support Group Health's Childhood Immunization Initiative and shared her commitment to raising immunization rates in Washington state. Read more about the 2009 Gift of Health Gala.

Did You Know?

Even though immunizations may prevent as many as 33,000 deaths a year, Washington state continues to lag behind the national average in child vaccination rates. Immunizations are one of the most effective ways we protect the health of our children. The Group Health Foundation, with the support of donors, is committed to increasing immunization rates for our children. Read more about the Childhood Immunization Initiative.