Impact

The Pequeno Príncipe Gala is more than just an event — it’s a movement that transforms lives.

Over its editions, the Gala has mobilized the solidarity of hundreds of people and institutions, allowing Pequeno Príncipe Hospital to expand its reach and deepen its mission of caring for the health of children and adolescents throughout Brazil. Thanks to the resources raised, it has been possible to invest in:

• High-cost medications that ensure treatment for patients with rare and complex diseases;
• Cutting-edge equipment that enhances diagnostic accuracy and the quality of care;
• Biobank, a structure that collects, stores, and manages biological human samples — such as tissues, blood, RNA, and DNA — voluntarily donated for research purposes;
• Genomic Laboratory, a structure where molecular tests are conducted, refining diagnoses and contributing to more accurate clinical decisions;
• Excellent scientific research that offers new possibilities for cure and improved quality of life;
• Humanized care, with facilities designed for patients and families in delicate moments.

The impact is measured in numbers, but also in smiles, in stories of overcoming, and in preserved futures, like that of João Miguel Deola, who left Paraguay with his family at the age of 3 to be treated at Pequeno Príncipe. João was battling cancer, and his kidneys were affected due to the treatment. He was referred to Pequeno Príncipe, as the institution is the only one in Paraná offering complete renal care for young children, including hemodialysis.

At Pequeno Príncipe, João Miguel completed his oncological treatment and underwent hemodialysis until he entered the transplant list. In 2024, he finally received the gift he had longed for: a new kidney. The transplant was a success and returned to him the possibility of a normal life.

Each edition of the Gala reaffirms the importance of uniting forces for a country where every child has access to quality healthcare, regardless of their social condition.

Participating in the Gala is investing in life. It’s believing that together we can build a fairer, healthier, and more humane tomorrow.