Our History
Children's Medical Charities Association is the surviving philanthropic arm of the Children's Medical Center Auxiliary of Tulsa. We continue to serve children today from the profits earned at The Market at Pearl Thrift Shop located at 1020 S. Rockford, Suite F which is sponsored by Hillcrest Medical Center. CMCA annually awards grants and gifts to non-profit organizations who serve children in the greater Tulsa area.
Logo for The Market at Pearl Thrift Shop.
CMCA Timeline
1920's - 1940's
1920's - 1940's
1920's - 1940's
The Children’s Medical Center officially opens its doors in 1926 and expanded through 1946.
1950's - 1960's
1920's - 1940's
1920's - 1940's
The Auxiliary began in 1952, with 59 volunteers! Devoted more space to children with chronic disorders in the 60's.
1970's
1920's - 1940's
1970's
Started more events such as the annual Roy Clark Celebrity Golf Tournament and the Arts & Crafts Show.
1980's
1970's
A ton of fun! Added holiday parties, hosted a telethon, and added a play area for children.
1990's
Rules for working with children started to change. The Auxiliary stayed focused on helping children.
2000's
The Auxiliary acquired nonprofit status, and changed the name to Children's Medical Charities Association and sponsored by Hillcrest Medical Center.
Volunteer Highlights
Annual Recognition Luncheon
The Children's Medical Charities Association is an offshoot of the Children's Medical Center Auxiliary.
Each year we thank the volunteers and acknowledge the hours of time dedicated to our non-profit.
Those honored in 2026 are Barbara Thornton 55 yrs and Sandy Saunders 52 years of service.
Enjoying What We Do
This volunteer group of men and women are like family. We help coordinate items at and away from The Market at Pearl. We thank Lexus of Tulsa for the space for our annual luncheon. What a beautiful event to share with our volunteers and families.
2026-2027 CMCA Officers
President - Laura Lovett
Vice President- Ann Brogden
Secretary - Sandy Saunders
Treasurer- Carolyne Vandevier
Assistant Treasurer- Beth Palmer
Ad-Hoc- Michelle Denton