Michael Sullivan, left, vice president of LuskinOIC, joined supporters Meyer and Renee Luskin, LuskinOIC president and CEO Dr. Anthony A. Scaduto and LuskinOIC Board chair Craig Ehrlich at the event. (photo by Presley Ann, Getty Images)

The Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children held the Stand for Kids Gala on June 8 at Sofi Stadium, supporting its mission to advance health equity for every child in Los Angeles and ensuring no child is turned away for lack of insurance.

The event was held on the 50-yard line of the state-of-the-art facility and was attended by more than 1,000 guests, including 100 volunteers. Guests included Chris and Anel Lopez Gorham, AnnaLynne McCord and Danny Cipriani, J. August Richards and Joshua Gbor and Miss India Pooja Batra.

“LuskinOIC is the largest pediatric orthopaedic program in L.A. County. What makes LuskinOIC unique is their focus on caring for underserved kids, 85% of their children are underinsured and 75% are children of color,” Lopez said. “With UCLA doctors at the helm, LuskinOIC levels the playing field so all kids have access to quality health care.”

Football legend and CBS sportscaster Jim Hill accepted the Community Inspiration Award on behalf of the Los Angeles Chargers, presented by UCLA Health President Johnese Spisso and Dr. Nick Bernthal, chair of UCLA Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Gabriela Arvizu, president of Students Runs L.A., accepted the 2024 Power of Partnership Award on behalf of the youth empowerment organization.

LuskinOIC vice president Michael Sullivan and surprise guest, ring announcer Michael Buffer announced a $50 million dollar estate gift from long-time benefactors and philanthropists Meyer and Renee Luskin.

For information, visit standforkidsgala.org and luskinoic.org.