The Dog-ter Is In: Meet Dr. Dolly Pawton
Pediatric patients at Marshfield Children’s Hospital have a friendly, furry companion – a trained facility dog named Dolly – to help them navigate their care.
See MoreChildren’s Gala Raises Nearly $1.5 Million for Pediatric Emergency Department
Hundreds stepped forward to invest in the mission of Sanford Children’s in October, raising nearly $1.5 million for the pediatric emergency department at the 2025 Children’s Gala.
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 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.
See MorePours for a Purpose Raises $220,802 for Child Life in Bemidji
The Bemidji community came together to launch the region’s first Child Life program, easing fear and uncertainty for pediatric patients during a medical journey.
See MoreKade’s Story: A Journey of Light, Love and Support
After his leukemia diagnosis at age two, Kade began a tough medical journey that was made easier by the support of programs like Child Life.
See MoreFueled 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.
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