Fueled by Philanthropy, Child Life Programs Deliver Care Beyond Medicine
Sanford’s Child Life program makes unplanned pediatric health care journeys easier for local families like Isaac’s.
See MoreSelah’s fight against necrotizing pneumonia
As the 2025 South Dakota Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Champion for Sanford Children’s in Sioux Falls, Selah’s parents are sharing her incredible story to help raise awareness and inspire support.
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.
See MoreChildren’s Gala raises more than $1.2 million for local kids
Hundreds stepped forward to invest in the mission of Sanford Children’s in October, raising more than $1.2 million for local pediatric patients and families at the 2024 Children’s Gala.
See MoreHow Giving is Helping to Heal Broken Hearts in Bemidji
Supported through philanthropy, the PETAL program provides parents with meaningful mementos that honor and celebrate the life of their child.
See MoreEmma’s Story: Living Beyond Pediatric Cancer
Diagnosed with a rare genetic neuromuscular disease, Isaac’s health journey has been long and complex. Through it all, he and his family have never walked alone thanks to expert pediatric care and patient support programs — all of which are fueled by philanthropy.
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