More than 1,000 people participated in Baptist Health Foundation’s first-ever virtual Pineapple Pajama Gala.  With the theme “Character, Compassion, Connection,” the gala honored Baptist Health’s inspiring healthcare heroes and their tireless efforts in caring for the South Florida community throughout the pandemic.  The event raised more than $1.5 million to support advanced research, programs, resources and outstanding patient care at Baptist Health hospitals, Centers of Excellence and outpatient facilities.

 The gala was supported by presenting sponsors Cerner Corporation and Insightec. The event’s philanthropic chair was the Korn – Rico Toro Family. The Miami HEAT was the official sports team partner, and American Airlines was the official airline partner. Diamond sponsors included All Medical Personnel, Cisco-Presidio, The Collection, Criticare Clinics, Inc., CVS Health-Aetna, DPR Construction, Emergent Physicians of South Florida, the Florida Panthers, Kidz Medical Services, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, NV2A Group, Radiology Associates of South Florida, Karel Foti and Mr. & Mrs. John Haley.