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The Sunflower Award recognizes any and all kid experts for their devotion to providing the most specialized, compassionate, made-just-for-kids care and patient experiences.

Criteria include:

  • The staff member goes above and beyond to care for the needs of the patient and family.
  • They have a positive attitude.
  • Their job performance exemplifies the mission and values of Children’s Minnesota.
  • They are thoughtful, compassionate and caring in all situations.
  • The kid expert demonstrates how a clinical partner, technician or other colleague provides compassionate care and shows thoughtfulness that has made a meaningful difference to patients.

Sunflower Award recognition

Award winners receive a handmade sculpture, a certificate, a pin and other Children’s Minnesota branded items at a celebration hosted at their primary work location.

Sunflower Award
Give to Kids Day

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A day for our generous community to join together to ensure that even the tiniest hearts get the strongest possible start.