Fundraising

Ready to make an impact? Every dollar makes a difference in providing highly specialized, compassionate, family-centered care customized to the special health needs of children.

Create a page

Ready to go?

Step 1: Sign up.

Once you register here, you're ready to create your profile and page. These pieces can be updated any time.

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Step 2: Tell your story

Why does Children’s Minnesota matter to you? What was your child’s experience there? Why is it important for you to raise money for this organization? Whatever your story, this is the place to tell it. Add pictures, video and narrative to bring it to life.

Read our tips on how to make a page

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Step 3: Share.

Share your page with friends and family on social media, in emails, or by sending them your URL. Donors will have the opportunity to choose how their gift is recognized on the donor honor roll. They can remain anonymous if they wish.

Read our tips on how to promote

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Tips

How to make a page

Customizing your page is straightforward — and so important. The more detailed and personal your story is, the more likely it is someone will be moved to give. You can have the biggest fundraising impact by sharing your story in words, pictures, even video.

Download our step-by-step guide

How to encourage donations

Asking for donations may feel daunting but it’s easier than you think.

Get tips to encourage donations

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FAQ

  • Who do I contact for help, questions or additional resources for my campaign or event?

    For questions, please contact Children’s Minnesota Foundation at [email protected].

  • What will my donation fund?

    At Children’s Minnesota, your donation is spent on the kids and families we serve. As an independent, nonprofit health care system, philanthropic support allows us to reinvest in our organization and continue to improve and reimagine health care.

    You can decide what program you would like to support. Here are some of the top fundraising programs. Neonatology, cardiovascular, neuroscience, cancer and blood disorders, child and family services. Can’t decide? You can also support the most urgent needs of the hospital.

  • How do I set up my page?

    Download this step-by-step guide for tips on how to customize your page by adding your personal story, uploading photos, and more.

  • Can I see examples of other successful campaigns?

    You can see other active campaigns here.

  • What is a reasonable fundraising goal?

    Any amount you raise will have an important impact on kids and families at Children’s Minnesota. We suggest you start with at least $1,000. Check out these other fundraisers to see how they have had success!

  • How do I ask for donations?

    Asking friends and family for support is easy! Here are some tips to help.

  • How do I find a report for all donations?

    While on the REPORTS tab, click View Donors, then click the Export Donations button.

  • Can donors pay with check?

    Yes, checks should be sent to the Children’s Minnesota Foundation at the address below. Our staff can add these donations to your fundraising page. Please include the name of the fundraiser in the memo line of the check.

    Children’s Minnesota Foundation
    5901 Lincoln Drive
    Mail Stop: CBC-3-FOUN
    Edina, MN 55436

  • How do donors get a receipt?

    When donors make a gift, they will automatically receive a Thank You email from Children’s Minnesota which includes a receipt. You will also receive an email notification when someone donates.