2026 Blueway Events Raise $380,980 for Cancer Care in Bismarck
The Bismarck community came together in philanthropy to help usher in a new chapter of cancer care for patients and families across central and western North Dakota.
See MorePhilanthropic Grant Strengthens Dialysis Care in Bismarck
A new philanthropic grant from the Tom & Frances Leach Foundation is helping strengthen dialysis care in Bismarck with a major upgrade to the Sanford Tom and Frances Leach Bismarck Dialysis Center’s water filtration system. This investment builds on decades of generosity, ensuring patients across central and western North Dakota continue receiving safe, reliable and life-sustaining care, close to home.
See MoreLaura’s Story: Honoring Care with Generosity
Laura Lohstreter went in for a routine mammogram and left with a life-changing cancer diagnosis. Thanks to compassionate care and programs funded through philanthropy at the Sanford Cancer Center in Bismarck, she found comfort, hope and the inspiration to give back.
See MoreRoyce’s Story: Meet the 2026 Ambassador for Sanford Children’s in Bismarck
Royce, the 2026 Ambassador for Sanford Children’s in Bismarck, has faced leukemia with courage and a heart full of generosity. His family’s journey shows the power of compassionate care and philanthropy at Sanford Children’s.
See MoreBlueway Events Raise $394,210 for Cancer Care in Bismarck
The Bismarck community came together in philanthropy to help usher in a new chapter of cancer care for patients and families across central and western North Dakota.
See MoreHannah’s Story: From Patient to Purpose
At the start of senior year, Hannah Schantz from Golden Valley, ND, began lifesaving cancer treatment at Sanford Cancer Center Bismarck.
See MoreCycling for a Purpose: GABR Raises $88,000+ for Local Kids
Hundreds from across the Bismarck area came together to cycle for good at the Great American Bike Race (GABR), raising over $88,000 for Sanford Children’s.
See MorePaying it Forward: Bismarck Nursing Grad Gives Back in ND
David’s generosity through the Sanford Health Foundation will advance nursing education in ND for generations to come.
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.
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