A Legacy of Kindness: Remembering Eleanor Carlson
Eleanor Carlson’s kindness touched the Sioux Falls community for over a century, offering warm smiles, quiet strength and a lifelong commitment to helping others.
See MoreMoments of Good in 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, join us in celebrating these moments that illustrate how generosity is making a difference when it matters most.
See MoreKate’s Story: From Cancer Caregiver to Cancer Patient
Kate Bates, a dedicated nurse at Sanford Joe Lueken Cancer Center in Bemidji, never imagined she’d one day become a cancer patient herself.
See MoreChild Life Program Will Bring Joy to Pediatric Care in Bemidji
With the support of local donors, Sanford Children’s in Bemidji can bring the region’s first child life program to help thousands of kids and their families.
See MoreHonoring Wells: How One Family is Turning Loss into Love
Kia and Ryan share their journey during Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month to honor Wells’ memory and raise awareness for a new effort at Sanford Women’s.
See MoreFueled by Philanthropy, New Project Aims to Turn Heartbreak into Healing
Sanford Health has plans to establish the Sioux Falls regions’ only birthing and bereavement suite inside the Sanford USD Medical Center.
See MoreA Legacy of Care: Remembering Jim Gildersleeve
For Sanford employees seeking to advance their education, the Gildersleeve Family Scholarship is more than an opportunity — it’s a living tribute to a man whose life was defined by service.
See MoreOBBBA and Charitable Giving: Key Highlights
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) includes a number of tax-related provisions that could influence your philanthropic strategies.
See MoreCharlotte’s Postcards of Hope
Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center patients find moments of hope thanks to a special effort led by Charlotte Johnson, an oncology social worker.
See MoreKinsley’s Story: Coming Back from Childhood Cancer
When 5-year-old Kinsley was diagnosed with high-risk leukemia, programs funded through philanthropy like child life made all the difference.
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