october 2026
The Future of Hospital Retail Is Here: Welcome GO Market!
We have exciting news to celebrate! The Gift Stop Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the launch of a new GO Market at UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital (Store #431, South Tower).
Following extensive planning and collaboration, this innovative retail concept will offer 24/7 access to gifts, snacks, beverages, and essential items through AI-powered autonomous shopping technology. The GO Market combines convenience and innovation while maintaining the exceptional customer service shoppers have come to expect from The Gift Stop during staffed hours.
September 2026
UF Medical Guild Announces Fall 2026 Mini Medical School
Join us on October 16th as we celebrate 30 years of support for Mini Medical School at the University of Florida. Rewrite the Code: Exploring Gene Therapy, CRISPR & the Future of Medicine will explore how gene therapy and CRISPR are transforming the future of medicine and the treatment of genetic diseases.
High school and middle school teachers from acrross Florida will learn the differences between gene therapy and gene editing, discover how CRISPR targets specific DNA sequences, and explore how these groundbreaking technologies are being used to develop new treatments.
September 2026
Big Wins for Healthy Eating: Dr. Yum and Community Gardens
Thanks to the Medical Guild’s recent support of $2,500, Gainesville’s Child Center for Early Learning completed these programs.
The Dr. Yum healthy eating curriculum: Over 20 weeks of lessons were completed, during which children eagerly tried new foods and received weekly fresh produce bags through a partnership with StokeBarn.
The community garden program: Together with Working Food, this initiative successfully delivered 27 weekly interactive outdoor lessons that became a favorite activity for the children.
august 2006
Honoring our Legacy, Inspiring Tomorrow
The UF Medical Guild’s legacy is rooted in friendship, service, generosity, and a lasting commitment to supporting UF Health and our community.
Guild meetings provide members with an opportunity to connect, learn about the impact of Guild-supported programs, discuss upcoming initiatives, and continue the organization’s longstanding commitment to supporting patient care, research, education, and community. health. Whether you are a longtime member or interested in learning more about the Guild’s mission and impact, we encourage you to join us throughout the year. Together, we continue to make a difference for patients, families, students, and the broader community.
A $5,600 grant from the UF Medical Guild supports expanded mobile dental services, helping more children in Alachua County receive preventive oral health care where they learn.
Thanks to a $4,200 UF Medical Guild grant, Lincoln Middle School’s Lincoln Cares program expanded healthcare career exploration opportunities through hands-on learning resources and educational experiences. Students gained exposure to medical fields using specialized training equipment and participated in field trips to local high school healthcare programs, where they received CPR/AED training, practiced CNA skills, and engaged in emergency response activities.
may 2026
Hand Camp 2026 Creates Meaningful Experiences for Children with Congenital Hand Differences
Thanks to a $2,000 grant from the UF Medical Guild, Congenital Hand Camp enhanced its camp experience for children with congenital hand differences through arts and crafts, adaptive hygiene tools, sports equipment, and special recreational activities. These resources helped create a fun, supportive environment where campers could build confidence, develop new skills, and connect with peers facing similar challenges.
