Published: February 22, 2026
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation Receives $30,000 Donation from MLB Shortstop Zach Neto
South Florida native supports pediatric patients through second annual personal fundraising initiative.
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (February 11, 2026)- The Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation received a $30,000 donation during a visit from South Florida native and Major League Baseball shortstop Zach Neto, who recently spent time with pediatric patients at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.
The donation represents proceeds from Neto’s Annual Zach Neto Bowling Tournament, which named the Foundation as its beneficiary for the second consecutive year. Born and raised in South Florida, Neto created the annual tournament to give back to the community that helped shape him, supporting children and families facing serious medical challenges.
During the visit, the Los Angeles Angels shortstop interacted with patients in the hospital’s Child Life Zone and formally presented the donation. The contribution supports the Foundation’s philanthropic efforts to fund programs, facilities and resources that enhance patient- and family-centered care at the hospital.
To learn more or to support this initiative visit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation at jdch.com/give-back.
About Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is one of the nation’s leading pediatric hospitals, offering a comprehensive scope of healthcare services and programs in a caring, compassionate setting designed specifically for children. The level one pediatric trauma center combines advanced technology, the expertise of some of the region’s most diverse, board-certified specialists, and a patient and family-centered focus to heal the body, mind, and spirit. Part of Memorial Healthcare System, the pediatric hospital in Hollywood, Florida, recently doubled in size, adding four floors, including a comprehensive cardiac care floor, an intraoperative MRI, an inpatient rehabilitation gym, family and staff support areas, and the 14th Garth Brooks Teammates for Kids Child Life Zone, among other offerings.