Paris Ace Hardware leads Ace Fore Kids Topgolf Tournament in support of local children
Proceeds from Ace Fore Kids support the continued development of a Pediatric Interventional Radiology program at Children’s & Women’s Hospital, expanding access to minimally invasive, life-changing procedures for children across the Gulf Coast.
By Senora McCracken
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Community partners, hospital leaders, and supporters gathered at Topgolf Mobile in December for the Ace Fore Kids Topgolf Tournament, a fundraising event benefiting USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital through Children’s Miracle Network (CMN).
Hosted by Paris Ace Hardware through the Ace Foundation and Children’s Miracle Network, the event brought together local Ace retailers, vendors, hospital team members, and community supporters for an evening of golf, food, and celebration — all in support of children receiving care at the region’s only stand-alone children’s and women’s hospital.
Proceeds from the tournament will support the continued development of a Pediatric Interventional Radiology program at Children’s & Women’s Hospital, expanding access to minimally invasive, life-changing procedures for children across the Gulf Coast.
During the event, guests heard powerful stories that highlighted the impact of community support for pediatric patients and their families. Among those present was USA Health’s 2025 Children’s Miracle Network Champion, DeVyn Coker, whose journey with leukemia has inspired partners and supporters across the region. DeVyn and her family attended the event, sharing firsthand how donor support helps children and families navigate long hospital stays and intensive treatment.
The program also included the announcement of the hospital’s 2026 Children’s Miracle Network Champion, JB Bramblett. A student at St. Paul’s Episcopal School, JB has received care at Children’s & Women’s Hospital and will represent the hospital throughout the coming year, sharing his story to raise awareness and support for pediatric healthcare.
“Ace Fore Kids is a great example of how community partnerships can directly impact patient care,” said Senora McCracken, Children’s Miracle Network senior program manager at Children’s & Women’s Hospital. “Ace Hardware’s continued support through Children’s Miracle Network helps us invest in critical programs that improve outcomes for children across our area.”
Carlton Paris, co-owner of Paris Ace Hardware, emphasized the heart behind the event and the role of Ace’s vendor partners in making it possible.
“At the end of the day, it’s all for the kids,” Paris said. “The more we can do to support children and their families, the better. We’re incredibly thankful for our Ace vendors and partners who step up alongside us. Their generosity makes events like Ace Fore Kids possible and allows us to make a real difference for kids right here in our community.”
In addition to Ace Hardware, other Children’s Miracle Network partners were represented at the tournament, including Love’s Travel Stops and Great Clips, further highlighting the collective impact of corporate and community support. Events such as Ace Fore Kids not only raise critical funds but also strengthen the connection between the hospital and the community partners who help make that care possible.
USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital is grateful for these partners for their generous support of Ace Fore Kids.
