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At the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation we raise money in support of the Stollery Children’s Hospital, educate the community on the Hospital’s needs and thank our donors for their generosity. Meet Stollery kids from backyards across Alberta and learn how donor dollars have been making a difference at the Stollery below.
Jacob is a risk-taker who has big dreams of becoming a professional soccer player when he grows up. Born with microtia and atresia, a smaller than average ear, Jacob’s team at the Stollery is doing everything they can to support his hearing and development.
Cecily’s days are full of adventure and imagination! When she’s not playing with her little sister, Lena, or puppy, Max, you’ll find her being goofy and bringing a smile to your face. After receiving the ultimate gift of life at just two months old, Cecily’s future is bright.
Behind every transformational movement are people who believe deeply in what’s possible and who are willing to help lead the way. For Stollery No Bounds, that leadership comes from two couples whose long-standing commitment to children’s health runs deep: Erin and Richard Kirby and Lisa and Marshall Sadd.
The Stollery Children’s Hospital is proud to introduce its newest Child Life Services team member: Pumbaa, a professionally trained, internationally accredited Facility Dog who comforts and supports children and families during their hospital stay.
National Philanthropy Day is celebrated worldwide every year on November 15. Once again this year, we have the privilege of nominating several members of our Stollery community who have made an impact.
Pediatric rheumatologist and pain medicine physician at the Stollery Children’s Hospital, Dr. Tara McGrath is also the assistant professor of pediatrics and adjunct professor of anesthesiology and pain medicine at the University of Alberta.
More than 20 years ago, when a nurse made his tiny, premature baby girl a dress for Christmas, Delta Hotel General Manager Barnie Yerxa, was inspired to make a difference in the lives of children and families like his own who were navigating a hospital stay.
Our commitment to advancing kids’ health care research has made its tangible mark with the naming of the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Innovation Laboratories, located at the University of Alberta.