Community-driven initiative exceeds last year’s benchmark, supporting the largest emergency room in the nation
May 6, 2026— Jackson Health Foundation has raised more than $1.9 million to date via its third annual One Day for Jackson campaign, which ran through the end of April. This year the Foundation surpassed last year’s $1 million benchmark as the community rallied to support the new emergency room at Jackson Memorial Hospital, now the largest in the nation.
Running through April 30, the community-focused fundraising initiative called on individuals in Miami-Dade County to “be the one” to make a difference, reinforcing the critical role Jackson Health System plays in the lives of South Florida residents.
Funds raised during the campaign will directly support the new emergency room at Jackson Memorial Hospital, helping expand access to world-class and cutting-edge care as demand for emergency services continues to grow across the county. This year’s sponsors included: City of Miami Commissioner, Ralph Rosado, District 4; Dade County Federal Credit Union; Florida Fresh Markets; Kennedy Kids; The Miami HEAT; and Sunshine Gasoline.
“This incredible outpouring of support shows exactly what is possible when the community comes together with a shared purpose,” said Flavia Llizo, CEO of Jackson Health Foundation. “Thanks to everyone who chose to be the one and help us paint the town blue, we are making a meaningful impact on the future of public health care in Miami-Dade. Every gift brings us closer to ensuring world-class emergency care is available to everyone, when they need it most.”
One Day for Jackson, now in its third year, continues to grow as a signature community campaign, uniting donors, partners and residents in support of Jackson Health System, one of the largest public health systems in the nation and a vital safety net for Miami-Dade County.
For a complete list of all sponsors and participating retail partners, visit OneDayForJackson.org.
About Jackson Health Foundation: Jackson Health Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, is the fundraising arm for Jackson Health System, a nonprofit academic medical system, and the only public healthcare system in Miami-Dade County. Through the generosity of compassionate donors, the Foundation seeks private philanthropic funds to improve the health system’s facilities, provide it with the most advanced equipment and technology, and support its priority projects. The Foundation’s fundraising efforts allow Jackson to provide life-saving medical care to all its patients, regardless of financial need, and improve healthcare delivery, enhance the patient experience, and promote wellness and preventive medicine. The Foundation offers several fundraising programs, including the Golden Angel Society, the Foundation’s premier giving society; Guardian Angels, who are dedicated to supporting Holtz Children’s Hospital; and International Kids Fund Wonderfund™, a global outreach program that provides medical care to children from around the world who cannot be treated in their home countries. Founded in 1991, the Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors committed to philanthropic activities that, to date, have raised more than $350 million to benefit Jackson. For more information about Jackson Health Foundation, visit www.JacksonHealthFoundation.org or call 305-585-GIVE (4483).
