MIAMI – October 16, 2026 -- Nicklaus Children's Hospital raised more than $4 million at its 19th Annual Diamond Ball on Saturday, October 10, funding the expansion of advanced specialized pediatric care for children and families across Florida and beyond.

Gala funds target specialized pediatric care expansion

The signature fundraising event drew community leaders, philanthropists, athletes and entertainment personalities. Radio co-hosts Enrique Santos and Dayanara Torres hosted the evening.

Miami – September 15, 2026 -- Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute has completed one of the first transcatheter-based Fontan procedures performed in the United States, allowing a 2-year-old patient with double-outlet right ventricle to avoid an additional open-heart surgery. The child, born with a complex congenital heart defect, is recovering at home following the procedure.