AURORA, Colo. —The Denver Broncos and Children's Hospital Colorado announced a new partnership Wednesday at Children's Colorado in Aurora with patient visits from Broncos players, cheerleaders and Miles the Mascot.

"The Denver Broncos are proud to partner with Children's Hospital Colorado," Broncos President and CEO Joe Ellis said. "This relationship is built on courage and inspiration, and we look forward to having a positive impact on many people at Children's Colorado and throughout this community."

Children's Colorado, founded in 1908, is acknowledged as one of the nation's Top-10 children's hospitals. In addition to hospital visits from the team, the Broncos will collaborate with Children's Colorado on several year-round community initiatives.

Children's Colorado will become a founding partner of the Broncos' Health and Wellness initiative, engage with the Broncos High School Football programs and receive significant exposure at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Additionally, the partnership will provide many unique experiences to Children's Colorado patients and their families.

"Both the Denver Broncos and Children's Colorado are legendary organizations in Colorado," Chief Strategy Officer at Children's Colorado Gil Peri said. "This partnership will provide us all with many opportunities in the community and across our region."

About Children's Hospital Colorado
Children's Hospital Colorado (Children's Colorado) has defined and delivered pediatric health care excellence for more than 100 years. Founded in 1908, Children's Colorado is a leading pediatric network entirely devoted to the health and well-being of children. Continually acknowledged as one of the nation's top ten Best Children's Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report *and *Parents magazine, Children's Colorado is known for both its nationally and internationally recognized medical, research, education and advocacy programs, as well.