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Houston Pilots for Kids visit Texas Children's Hospital August 27, 2024
Last updated 3 months agoThe Houston Pilots for Kids visited the Texas Children's Hospital August 27, 2024. This visit took place at the Child Life Zone on the 16th floor and included a great variety of gifts, activities, and smiles! We are looking forward to our next visit December 3, 2024.
December 8th Children's Memorial Hospital Outpatient Holiday Party
Last updated 11 months agoThe Houston Pilots for Kids were invited to participate in the Children's Memorial Hospital Outpatient party on Friday December 8th. The theme of the party was "How the Grinch Brought Back Christmas", and our aviation themed booth was a big hit. This included an activity in which kids fly small airplanes into the hangar for a prize. We also had a pilot license photo prop for families to take pictures. We gave out a wide variety of gifts including pullback airplanes, pilot teddy bears, activity and sticker books, airplane cards and autographed children's books. The visit was a great success, and we plan on visiting again next year in both the Spring and Winter season!
Houston PFK Visit at Texas Children's Hospital December 7, 2023
Last updated 11 months agoOn Thursday December 7th, the Houston Pilots for Kids group returned to the Texas Children's Hospital downtown. While we were not able to do room visits, we were able to setup a booth for their Winter Wonderland Group and bring some cheer to the kids. Our aviation themed both included an activity in which kids fly small airplanes into the hangar for a prize. We also had a pilot license photo prop for families to take pictures. We gave out a wide variety of gifts including pullback airplanes, pilot teddy bears, activity and sticker books, airplane cards and autographed children's books. The visit was a great success, and we plan on visiting again next year in both the Spring and Winter season!
STXBAA Charity Drive and Celebration December 6, 2023
Last updated 11 months agoThe Houston Pilots for Kids group was invited to attend a charity drive at the Hobby Galaxy FBO on December 6, 2023. We received 120 gifts for our group to distribute to the hospitalized children we visit each year. This event was a huge success and began a new partnership with the STXBAA we hope lasts a long time!
Houston PFK Visit at Children's Memorial Hospital December 5, 2023
Last updated 11 months agoThe Houston Pilots for Kids group visited Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in downtown Houston on December 5, 2023. Pilots were able to visit kids in the rooms on various floors and distribute gifts and smiles. This was a great event that was well attended and received!
Children's Memorial Hospital Outpatient Holiday Party / The Grinch Brought Back Christmas
Last updated 12 months agoThere is a planned Outpatient Holiday Party planned for December 8th at Children's Memorial Hospital. The theme for this event is The Grinch Brought Back Christmas and is a different volunteer opportunity for Pilots for Kids.
Address: 6411 Fannin St. Houston, Texas 77030 Hermann Conference Center (Ground Level of the Hermann Pavillion)
RSVP: Message Coordinator Steve Curry to confirm attendance guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net
Dress Code: All volunteers are encouraged to dress up in the Whoville / Grinch holiday attire / pilot uniform.
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 8th, 2023 – 5pm to 7:30pm CST
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Hospital Visit December 2nd at Memorial Childre's Downtown
Monday, December 2nd, 2024 - 10:00 to 14:00 CSTWe will be returning to Memorial Children's downtown on Dec 2nd from 10am-2pm, which will be in room visits featuring our very own Bill Bella as Santa! We will have availability for 5-10 volunteers.
Dress Code: Full Winter Uniform
Get Directions: 6411 Fannin St. Houston, Texas 77030
RSVP: Contact Coordinator Steve Curry @ guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net
Upcoming PFK Hospital Visit Dec 3rd - Texas Children's Downtown Houston
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024 - 11:00 to 13:00 CSTWe have been invited to participate in the Tree Lighting Event on December 3rd from 11am-1pm at the Texas Children’s Downtown Campus. We will have availability for 5-10 volunteers.
Dress Code: Full Winter Uniform
Get Directions: 6621 Fannin St. Houston, Texas 77030
RSVP: Email Coordinator Steve Curry @ guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net
Upcoming PFK Visit to Texas Children's The Woodlands on Dec. 4th
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 - 16:00 to 18:00 CSTWe have been invited to participate in the Tree Lighting Event on December 4th from 4pm-6pm at the Texas Children’s Woodlands Campus. We will have availability for 5-10 volunteers.
Dress Code: Full Winter Uniform
Get Directions: 17600 Interstate 45 S. The Woodlands, Texas 77384
RSVP: Email Coordinator Steve Curry @ guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net
Past Events
Events from the past year are displayed here. Please check below this section to see if pictures from these events are posted!
Upcoming PFK Hospital Visit Oct. 31st - Texas Children's Hospital -The Woodlands
Thursday, October 31st, 2024 - 10:00 to 12:00 CSTCurrently we have availability for 5 volunteers for the Fall Festival on October 31st from 10am-12pm at Texas Children’s Woodlands Campus.
Dress Code: Full Winter Uniform
Get Directions: 17600 Interstate 45 S. The Woodlands, Texas 77384
RSVP: Email Steve Curry @ guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net
Summer Hospital Visit - July 10, 2024 Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital
Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 - 10:00 to 12:00 CSTWe will once again be visiting the Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital downtown campus on July 10, 2024 This will be a regular room visit providing a variety of gifts for the kids. Please email Steve Curry to confirm your attendance. Complementary parking in Garage 4 (1420 Cambridge St, Houston, TX 77030) is available for up to 2 vehicles on the day of your visit. Parking in the medical center can be difficult to find, please plan to arrive 15-20 min early to give yourself enough time to park and unload your items. Upon arrival, give us a call so that a volunteer or hospital staff member will meet you at the parking garage to assist with unloading and the hospital screening process.
Dress Code: Full Winter Uniform with coat and hat
Get Directions: 1420 Cambridge St, Houston, TX 77030
RSVP: Steve Curry - guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net / 713-443-6599
Houston Pilots for Kids Hospital Visits December 7th, 2023, from 1pm-3pm
Thursday, December 7th, 2023 - 01:00 to 03:00 CSTThe Houston Pilots for Kids will be hosting a booth for the Winter Wonderland Event at Texas Children's Main downtown campus on Dec 7th from 1pm-3pm. This will be a slight change from past visits as we will be in a booth location with an airplane themed display for pictures. If you have craft skills and want to help create the design, please contact Steve Curry.
Dress Code: Full Winter Uniform with Hat
Get Directions: 6221 Fannin Street Houston, Texas 77030
RSVP: Message Coordinator Steve Curry to confirm attendance
Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital Visit December 5, 2023 from 10am-112pm
Tuesday, December 5th, 2023 - 10:00 to 12:00 CSTWe will once again be visiting the Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital downtown campus on December 5th, 2023. This will be a regular room visit providing a variety of gifts for the kids. Please email Steve Curry to confirm your attendance.
Dress Code: Full Winter Pilot Uniform
Get Directions: 6411 Fannin St. Houston, Texas 77030
RSVP: guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net
Pilots for Kids Ties still available!
Thursday, November 9th, 2023 - 00:00 to 23:55 CSTWe will once again be making our Pilots for Kids ties available in the local IAH Chief Pilot's Office These are United Airlines approved for uniform wear during the holiday months so spread the word and pick one up! Ties are $35 and can be mailed out if requested. Simply visit www.pilotsforkids.org and click donate. Be sure to select Houston Coordinator Steve Curry so that the funds are deposited into our account..
Dress Code:
Get Directions:
RSVP: Steve Curry - Guitarflyer@sbcglobal.net / 713-443-6599
Photo Gallery
PFK Visits Texas Children's Hospital - The Woodlands - Oct 31, 2024,
Houston PFK Volunteers attended the Fall Festival at Texas Children's Woodlands Campus for another successful visit!
Texas Children's Hospital August 27, 2024
The Houston Pilots for Kids visited the Texas Children's Hospital August 27, 2024. This visit took place at the Child Life Zone on the 16th floor and included a great variety of gifts, activities, and smiles!
December 8th Houston Pilot's for Kids visit at Children's Memorial Hospital
The Houston Pilots for Kids were invited to participate in the Children's Memorial Hospital Outpatient party on Friday December 8th. The theme of the party was "How the Grinch Brought Back Christmas", and our aviation themed booth was a big hit. This included an activity in which kids fly small airplanes into the hangar for a prize. We also had a pilot license photo prop for families to take pictures. We gave out a wide variety of gifts including pullback airplanes, pilot teddy bears, activity and sticker books, airplane cards and autographed children's books. The visit was a great success, and we plan on visiting again next year in both the Spring and Winter season!
December 7th Houston Pilot's for Kids visit at Texas Children's Hospital
On Thursday December 7th, the Houston Pilots for Kids group returned to the Texas Children's Hospital downtown. While we were not able to do room visits, we were able to setup a booth for their Winter Wonderland Group and bring some cheer to the kids. Our aviation themed both included an activity in which kids fly small airplanes into the hangar for a prize. We also had a pilot license photo prop for families to take pictures. We gave out a wide variety of gifts including pullback airplanes, pilot teddy bears, activity and sticker books, airplane cards and autographed children's books. The visit was a great success, and we plan on visiting again next year in both the Spring and Winter season!
December 6th STXBAA Charity Drive
The Houston Pilots for Kids group was invited to attend a charity drive at the Hobby Galaxy FBO on December 6, 2023. We received 120 gifts for our group to distribute to the hospitalized children we visit each year. This event was a huge success and began a new partnership with the STXBAA we hope lasts a long time!
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December 5, 2023 - Houston Pilot's for Kids visit at Children's Memorial Hospital
The Houston Pilots for Kids group visited Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in downtown Houston on December 5, 2023. Pilots were able to visit kids in the rooms on various floors and distribute gifts and smiles. This was a great event that was well attended and received!
Houston Pilots for Kids visit at Memorial Children's Hospital August 2, 2023
On Wednesday August 2nd, the Houston Pilots for Kids group returned to the Memorial Children's Hospital in downtown Houston for a midyear visit. This was our second visit to this campus and it was a great success! PFK volunteers went to various floors for in-room visits and spread well wishes. We even had a chance to meet "Pilot", one of the hospitals service dogs. We provided a variety of gifts including pullback airplanes, pilot teddy bears, activity and sticker books, airplane cards and autographed children's books. The visit was a great success and we plan on visiting again later this year in December.
Houston PIlots for Kids visit at Texas Children's Hospital
On Friday March 24th, the Houston Pilots for Kids group returned to the Texas Children's Hospital downtown. This was the first visit in over 3 years due to COVID but we were able to bring some cheer to the kids. We spent a few hours in the Kids Zone with a great variety of gifts including pullback airplanes, pilot teddy bears, activity and sticker books, airplane cards and autographed children's books. The visit was a great success and we plan on visiting again later this year!
Shriner's Childrens Hospital Visit
Shriner's Childrens Hospital Visit Friday December 16, 2022. Our group had a great visit to the Shriner's Hospital in Galveston, Texas and brought some much needed holiday cheer. First hospital visit in 3 years and we are excited to be back!
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New PFK Ties
These are the Pilots for Kids ties the Houston group had designed for fundraising.
Shriner's Childrens Hospital Visit December 16, 2022
The Houston Pilots for Kids group was able to make a visit to the Shriners Children’s Hospital on December 16th. The visit was a great success and we have developed a great new hospital relationship for our organization!
