Events
Charity Ball
Little Hearts Big Miracles
118th Anniversary Charity Ball – Little Hearts Big Miracles
Chairman Julia Salman invites you to join us for a spectacular evening of celebration and generosity as we dine, dance and raise a glass to the elegant tradition of the Charity Ball.
Started in 1909, Charity Ball is celebrated as San Diego’s oldest and grandest philanthropic event. Since 1954, Charity Ball has exclusively benefited Rady Children’s.
Tickets
$700 per guest
$5,600 for tables of 8
Tables of 10 available for an additional cost of $700 per guest.
To inquire about the availability of premier seating, please contact Michele Prescott, Reservations Manager and Seating and Box Concierge, at 858-336-7242.
Details:
When:
February 13, 2027 @ 6:00 pm – 11:59 pm
Registration Fee:
$700Schedule
- 6 p.m. – Dinner in the Historic Crown Room
- 8 p.m. – Midnight – Dancing in the Grand Ballroom
Black Tie | Valet Parking
For More Information
For more information please email Ashley Holmes or call 858-966-5434.
Rady Children’s Heart Institute
Advancing the Future of Pediatric Heart Care
At Rady Children’s Heart Institute, we are advancing the future of pediatric cardiology, setting a benchmark for excellence across the region and the nation. Ranked #1 on the West Coast for three consecutive years and currently #6 in the country for Cardiology and Heart Surgery by U.S. News & World Report, the Heart Institute is recognized for delivering highly specialized, lifesaving care to children with even the most complex heart conditions.
A Reach That Extends Far Beyond San Diego
Each year, the Heart Institute serves families across an extraordinary geographic footprint. While more than 90% of pediatric cardiac care in San Diego County is delivered here, children also travel from Imperial and Riverside Counties, 22 states, and 5 countries to receive treatment.
The scope of this work is reflected in more than 30,800 outpatient visits annually, over 350 heart surgeries, and more than 670 cardiac catheterizations. Alongside this clinical volume, the team advances the field through 72 active research studies and 7 clinical trials, helping translate today’s discoveries into tomorrow’s standards in pediatric medicine.
Building on this depth of experience, the Heart Institute continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in pediatric heart care. Since 2015, the program has performed 66 heart transplants. In January 2026, it reached a defining milestone with its first partial heart transplant, placing Rady Children’s among a select group of programs nationwide offering this level of innovation in pediatric heart care..
Impact of Your Support
Funds raised through Charity Ball will support the Heart Institute’s highest priorities—advancing innovative treatments, expanding access to specialized programs, and strengthening coordinated care for children with heart disease. Your support ensures the Heart Institute can continue leading in pediatric heart care and serving children with complex heart conditions for years to come.
