Giving in Gratitude: Dr. Howard Hoody
For Dr. Howard Hoody, practicing medicine in Bemidji was more than just a career—it was a chance to be part of something meaningful.
See MoreCelebrating Our 2024 Guardian Angels
The story of Sanford Health is written by our doctors, nurses and staff members who touch the lives of patients and families every day.
See MoreFamily Philanthropy: How One Sioux Falls Family Works Together to Give Back
Tom and Linda Elliott operate their business on the belief that success goes beyond profits— it’s about making a positive impact on the community.
See MoreHelping Hands, Giving Hearts: Celebrating Our Employee Donors
At Sanford Health, we’re united by a common calling to care, and we couldn’t be more grateful for our employee donors like Kaci.
See MoreCreating New Fields of Dreams
Moorhead High School’s Teiken Academy is using the game of football to shape today’s student-athletes into tomorrow’s leaders.
See MoreMaking a Difference at the Intersection of Creativity and Kindness
Joni is making a difference for local pediatric patients by blending her passions in a unique and meaningful way. Since 2012, Joni has donated the proceeds from her charming children’s books to the Sanford Health Foundation to support pediatric therapy initiatives in Bemidji.
See MoreElliott’s Story: A Journey of Resilience, Hope and Love
Born with a rare heart defect, Elliott underwent a heart transplant at just two months old and was later diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Thanks to physical, occupational and speech therapy from Sanford Children’s, she’s growing stronger and reaching new milestones every day.
See MoreMadelyn’s Story: Finding Hope After a Childhood Cancer Diagnosis
In 2024, Madelyn was diagnosed with a stage 4 Wilms Tumor, also known as nephroblastoma, a rare kidney cancer that usually affects young children. After months of care from Sanford Children’s, including chemotherapy, radiation and surgery, Madelyn’s prognosis is good and she’s growing stronger every day.
See MoreJacob’s Story: Meet the 2025 Ambassador for Sanford Children’s in Fargo
The 2025 Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Champion for Sanford Children’s in Fargo, Jacob and his family share their incredible story — a testament to love, perseverance and compassion found inside the walls of Sanford Children’s Hospital.
See MorePediatric Patient’s Poem Celebrates Sanford Children’s Hospital
To express gratitude for his care, earlier this year Jaxon wrote “Heartbeat,” a poem about his experience at the Sanford Children’s Hospital.
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