MemorialCare Long Beach achieves their campaign goal while honoring the life of Cherese Mari Laulhere
MemorialCare Long Beach recently accomplished a $60 million capital campaign to expand the Miller Children’s & Women’s campus. This healthcare capital campaign display celebrates the success of that effort while honoring the life and legacy of Cherese Mari Laulhere. The campaign helped bring the Cherese Mari Laulhere Children’s Village to life, an 80,000-square-foot, four-story facility that provides a one-stop approach to pediatric specialty care in an outpatient setting.
Honoring a Lasting Legacy
A special recognition display within the Children’s Village pays tribute to Cherese Mari Laulhere and the Foundation that bears her name. Born at Miller Children’s & Women’s in 1974, Cherese dedicated her life to helping others and supporting her community.
While attending college, she participated in the Semester at Sea program. During a trip to India, a tragic bus accident took her life at just 21 years old. However, her generosity and compassion continue to inspire others through the ongoing work of the Cherese Mari Laulhere Foundation.
Today, the display serves as both a recognition piece and a reminder of the lasting impact one individual can have on countless lives.
Designed to Complement the Children’s Village
At Partners In Recognition, we understand the importance of creating a display that feels like it belongs within its environment. The Children’s Village features a bright, modern aesthetic with interactive screens, vibrant colors, and welcoming spaces designed specifically for children and their families.
To complement that atmosphere, the donor recognition display incorporates coordinated colors, engaging imagery, and thoughtful architectural elements. As a result, the display becomes a natural extension of the facility rather than a separate feature. At the same time, it recognizes campaign supporters, honors Cherese Mari Laulhere’s legacy, and celebrates the generosity that made the project possible.
A Flexible Recognition System for Future Growth
This project utilizes PIR’s MagTech System, a donor recognition solution designed to adapt as recognition needs evolve. Magnetic nameplates allow staff to add, move, or update donor names quickly and easily without replacing large sections of the display.
This flexibility proved especially valuable for MemorialCare Long Beach. In addition to recognizing campaign donors, the display acknowledges sponsors of rooms, programs, and special areas throughout the Children’s Village. As future recognition needs arise, staff can update the display while maintaining a consistent appearance.
Creating a Culture of Philanthropy
Donor recognition does more than celebrate generosity. It tells a story, reinforces an organization’s mission, and encourages future support.
By combining meaningful storytelling, flexible donor recognition, and thoughtful design, this healthcare capital campaign display honors the donors who helped make the Children’s Village possible. It also preserves the legacy of Cherese Mari Laulhere while inspiring future philanthropy that will benefit children and families for generations to come.
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