"A Toronto children's hospital was flooded this week with a surprise surge of thousands of dollars in donations. The unlikely source? Dodgers fans. The Dodgers the Toronto Blue Jays in a monumental World Series win last week, giving the Boys in Blue back-to-back titles. After such an upset, a rivalry between the cities seems natural. But Dodgers fans are making a widespread effort to prove just the opposite."
"So far, $30,000 has poured into Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children, also known as "Sick Kids." The acclaimed hospital was no random choice, having been named Newsweek's #1 worldwide pick for 2026's best specialized pediatric hospital. Sandra Chiovitti, director of Sick Kids public relations, told The Times that more than 400 donations from U.S.-based donors all contained references to the Blue Jays or baseball, with some even going beyond a single donation and pledging to contribute monthly."
""Sending love from Los Angeles," one donor wrote. "In the name of Alex Vesia. We are rivals, not enemies. Good health to you and yours. Go Dodgers," another said. "It has been a sweet surprise to see these U.S. donations come in," Chiovitti said. "So many reasons for us to smile after some tears last Saturday night." The funds will go toward research initiatives, equipment and implementing advanced technologies, she said."
A surge of donations from Dodgers fans flooded Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children following the Blue Jays' World Series win. The effort began on Reddit when Blue Jays fan Marcus Kim urged donations to the losing team’s local children’s hospital and shared a $60 receipt to inspire others. Hundreds of Dodgers fans pledged funds, with more than 400 U.S.-based donations referencing baseball and some donors committing to monthly contributions. Donations have totaled about $30,000 and will support research initiatives, equipment purchases, and implementation of advanced technologies at the acclaimed pediatric hospital.
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