Giving and Philanthropy

Our annual Baby Steps 3K raises support for Children's neonatal program. Every dollar raised will help fund important items and services, like books for our Wee Read program, snacks and amenity kits for families, education for staff, supplies to help families document their time at Children’s, and so much more.

As one of the premiere events in the Twin Cities, the 25th annual Children’s Star Gala is not to be missed. Join us on Saturday, April 16, 2016 for a special evening with proceeds supporting our diabetes and endocrinology program. With silent and live auctions, stories from physicians and patients, and emceed by none other than Belinda Jensen of Kare 11, it truly will be a night to remember.

Children’s relies on our volunteers to help us successfully host our annual Signature Events that raise more than $4 million to support our mission. With a variety of events — from 5K runs to galas — we offer volunteers several ways to get involved.

At Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota, we don’t just care for children, we care for the most amazing people on earth. However, many of the things that make Children’s special are only possible because of contributions from people like you. For example, your contributions help cover the costs for those who otherwise can’t afford medical care for their children. Or pay for the unique aspects of care that are not covered by insurance — like language interpreters for families who have limited English proficiency or art therapy. Learn more about how you can help through the following options.

For almost 100 years, people like you have been supporting our mission of “providing the highest-quality, family-centered care, advanced through research and education.”  And, we’re just getting started. With your help, we can continue to improve and reimagine healthcare. We can continue to find better ways to care for the most amazing people on earth.

Dr. Joanna Perkins, along with Carleen Crouse of Make-A-Wish Minnesota, talk about the wish-granting process.

More than 400 guests turned out for Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota's Shine Bright Bash, raising more than $320,000 for Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Program.