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Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan hosted its annual Feldman Automotive Children’s Miracle Celebrity Invitational on June 8, 2026. The event raised more than $1.31 million through sponsorship support, a live auction, and on-site donations. Funding supports Children’s Miracle Network programming at Corewell Health Children’s in partnership with the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation.

“We are delighted with the incredible success of this event and the impact it has on our patients and the community”, said Ryan Daly, president, Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan. “Our gratitude goes out to the many sponsors, celebrities and guests who are the backbone of this one-of-a kind golf invitational. Its popularity year after year shows how committed our community partners are to helping children in need, whether through life-changing and life-saving care at Corewell Health Children’s in Southeastern Michigan or by improving quality of life for young people across the country through the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation. It’s a powerful and meaningful way to gather together to make a difference.”

The Feldman Automotive Children’s Miracle Celebrity Invitational is Metro Detroit’s largest celebrity golf event, where every foursome enjoys an up-close and personal celebrity pairing. This year’s event featured more than 50 national and local celebrities, including actors Anthony Anderson, Kevin Chapman, Bailey Chase,  Marion “Pooch” Hall, Kevin James, Eric Laden, Hisham Tawfiq, and Brandon Wahlberg. From the world of sports, Bruce Bowen, Marshall Faulk, AJ Francis, Jonny Gomes, Santonio Holmes, Jr., Bronco McKart, Bode Miller, Gary Sheffield, and dozens of others took part in the day’s activities.

The day included visits by four Corewell Health Children’s “Miracle” children who represented the more than 325,000 children treated at Corewell Health Children’s each year. 

After golf, a spirited live auction and course contests raised more than $188,000 from bids on items including golf experiences at top-rated courses, celebrity experiences, and services from local businesses.

“Each year, this event serves as a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when a community comes together for a meaningful cause. The generosity of the participants and supporters continues to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. Knowing the funds raised help provide critical programs, services and equipment is incredibly rewarding, and we remain committed to growing our impact year after year,” said Jay Feldman, Chairman and CEO of Feldman Automotive and Mark Wahlberg Automotive Group.

This fundraising event would not have been possible without the exceptional support of title sponsor, the Feldman Automotive Group; lead presenting sponsor Quantum Ventures, presenting sponsors Aaron and Carolynn Frankel Family Foundation, BG Product, Inc., J. Elias Management, Lear Corp. and TI Automotive, and supporting sponsors including the Celani Family Foundation, CIBC, Corewell Health, The Fourth Tri Sanctuary, Mechanical Services and more than 50 other generous sponsors. A dedicated committee of community members worked alongside the foundation to develop this fundraising event including event co-chairs: Tom Celani, Nino Cutraro, Jay Feldman, Ken Noonan, Bob Skandalaris, and Sam Yamin.

About Corewell Health™ and the Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 12,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 16,000 nurses providing care and services in 21 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. For more information, visit corewellhealth.org. To find out more about the Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan, visit Corewellhealth.org/FoundationSE.

About Children’s Miracle Network

For more than 40 years, Children’s Miracle Network® has been a symbol of hope, elevating possibilities for every child in need of care. As the leading charity impacting children’s health, we unite people, partners, and programs to raise urgently needed funds for children’s hospitals across the U.S. and Canada. Wherever you see our iconic balloon, you’ll find donors, corporate partners and fundraising programs joining forces to help hospitals meet their most critical needs, from life-saving treatments and advanced equipment to innovative research and family support. Every dollar raised supports the local children’s hospital, bringing brighter futures within reach for all kids. Find out more at cmn.org.

About Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation

The Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation was established for the purpose of raising and distributing funds to youth service and enrichment programs. Its mission is to assist youth to ensure that no child is limited or prevented from attaining their lifetime goal or dream due to financial circumstances. Find out more at markwahlbergyouthfoundation.org.

About Feldman Automotive Group 

Feldman Automotive Group is headquartered in New Hudson, Michigan. Chairman/CEO Jay Feldman opened his first Chevrolet dealership in 1996, and today the automotive group is Michigan’s #1 Chevy dealer. The Feldman Automotive Group has evolved over the years to currently owning and operating 21 car and Airstream dealerships with 14 car brands and 33 RV brands in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Feldman Automotive Group also has the exclusive rights to INEOS Grenadier vehicles for the state of Michigan and opened the first dealership in the state in 2024. Feldman and actor Mark Wahlberg are partners in the six car and RV dealerships in Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio. The Feldman Automotive Group is driven to provide fast, convenient, and first-class buying and customer experience. The team is also very philanthropic with the “Feldman Cares” program where their mission is to give back to communities throughout the U.S. They have donated millions to help pediatric patients with critical treatments, medical services and equipment, families in need, those with special needs, food insecurities, wounded veterans, animal rescues and more.   

For more information, please visit FeldmanAuto.com

Media Contacts: 

Chris Morrisroe, Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan
248-770-4527, chris.morrisroe@corewellhealth.org

Dawn Kelley, Expand Marketing Group – Feldman Automotive Group and Mark Wahlberg Auto Group
734-765-1429, DawnK@ExpandMarketingGroup.com