HOLLYWOOD, FLA. (WSVN) - Florida Panthers forward AJ Greer visited young patients at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood.
The Stanley Cup champion met with children, signed autographs and posed for photos during the visit on Thursday afternoon, which was organized by AutoNation as part of its DRV PNK initiative to support cancer research and treatment.
Among the patients Greer met was 18-year-old Takobe, who is undergoing treatment for a rare and aggressive tumor.
Thanks to AutoNation and the Panthers, Takobe and his family will attend an upcoming Panthers game as VIP guests — complete with luxury seats, a Zamboni ride and a post-game meet-and-greet with players.
“No one deserves to go through what some of these kids are going through,” Greer said. “It’s heartbreaking, but to be able to have a platform as a professional athlete and to have a platform like the organization of the Florida Panthers, and to be able to come out here and support these children and give them a few gifts, and like I said, just spend some time with them, change their thoughts.”
Through DRV PNK, AutoNation has raised and donated more than $45 million to advance life-saving cancer research, treatment and survivorship initiatives.
“At AutoNation, our Associates are united by a shared commitment to create a future free from cancer,” said AutoNation Vice President of Corporate Communication Lisa Ryans. “We’re proud to partner with the Florida Panthers and A.J. Greer to bring hope and comfort to children and families at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Moments like this show the personal impact of our companywide commitment to drive out cancer.”
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