St. Jude patient Natalie with her mom
Minnesota for St. Jude is a digital experience showcasing how Minnesotans support the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: Finding cures. Saving children.®
During this event you will learn more about how your fellow Minnesotans have furthered our lifesaving mission by reading their stories. You will also have the opportunity to get involved by donating, becoming a Partner in Hope® and sharing our mission on your social networks.
Together, we are #MNforStJude.
You can get your #MNforStJude t-shirt by doing any of the following:
- becoming a Partner in Hope by making a monthly gift of $19 or more
- fundraising $228 or more
- making a gift of $228 or more
Do you want to join our influencer network? Fill out the interest form located in our influencer toolkit!
Then, you can download any of the content on that page and use it to share your #MNforStJude stories on your social media accounts.
You can also connect with us by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
St. Jude patient Natalie and her mom
By partnering with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and sponsoring this event, you will align your company name with the strong, nationally recognized St. Jude mission and brand, and instill pride in your employees, consumers, vendors and company executives.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Matthew O'Shea
matthew.oshea@alsac.stjude.org
(952) 412-1262
The aim of this campaign is to inspire, and nothing inspires us more than when Minnesotans band together to support St. Jude.
Here, we are featuring the stories of fellow Minnesotans that have gone above and beyond to do their part in ending childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. These stories feature a diverse group of people all brought together by their pride in Minnesota and their passion for St. Jude.
Chase Hawkins shares St. Jude mission across the Twin Cities
What started as a gala sponsorship has grown into a love for St. Jude across the Twin Cities. Chase Hawkins found a shared mission that he, the Porsche Minneapolis – St. Paul team and their customers could rally behind.
Racing for a cure: JDC-Miller MotorSports goes from 0 to 206 mph for St. Jude
JDC-Miller MotorSports has ignited a powerful partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, racing towards a future where childhood cancer is a thing of the past.
Jimmy participated in the St. Jude teen committee throughout high school. When he transferred to Saint John’s University his sophomore year and learned about the St. Jude Club, he immediately got involved.
Finding purpose and friendly competition at the Dick Hiley St. Jude Bass Classic
Brothers Josh, Jeff and Jared Bauer are competitive on and off the water. But when it comes to fishing the Dick Hiley St. Jude Bass Classic Tournament Weekend, the brothers are all in on the same mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Anglers reach 10-year milestone fishing for St. Jude
What started as another bass tournament has turned into a 10-year tradition for anglers and team members Trevor Adams and Chad Christie at the Dick Hiley St. Jude Bass Classic.
Lynda Tysver "runs for them" as a St. Jude Hero
Running has never been a passion or interest for Lynda Tysver, St. Jude Hero® and volunteer for over 30 years. When her cousin challenged her to race, Lynda found a reason she couldn’t say no to.
Cruisin’ for St. Jude motorcycle ride founder Terry Dehkes maps route of kindness
For years, Terry Dehkes watched his grandma take care of kids that needed a home and a place to stay. “I was taught to give back and love kids.” As Terry neared retirement, he wanted to do something to support the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. That's when his vision for a motorcycle rally began.
Global community supports Minnesota family during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
With support around the world, the Wichmanns continue to honor Thomas and how they can support a future family that hears the words “your child has cancer.”
BTD Manufacturing employees unite to support St. Jude because “We all start as kids”
BTD Manufacturing has become a passionate supporter of St. Jude over the years, and it all started with a radiothon and an avid listener inspired to do good.
Chris Fritch Team amplifies a promise made by Minnesota St. Jude patient Dylan
John Schmidt saw the impact of cancer on a family when a family friend, St. Jude patient Dylan, battled pediatric cancer. “His family was living my worst nightmare. When I heard Dylan’s wish, I knew that I had to do something.”
In honor of her cancer survivor parents, Lauren Kennedy empowers Minnesota to support St. Jude
Lauren has seen the impact of cancer on a family. Both of her parents are cancer survivors. She recognizes the importance of showing up and making a difference for others, and her passion translates into dedication to support the patients and families of St. Jude.
In uniting to support St. Jude, Rust Consulting employees strengthen the ties that bind them
From chili cookouts to office Olympics, Rust Consulting finds creative ways to unite its team and raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
White Castle enables cures for St. Jude kids, one slider at a time
When the pandemic impacted White Castle's ability to really give back to its Twin Cities community, this Minneapolis district asked its employees to identify a good cause to rally around. Everyone resonated with wanting to help kids with cancer, and St. Jude became our focus.
Henry Hanten volunteers at 100 St. Jude radiothons across five states
Henry Hanten knows what it’s like to hear the words “You have cancer.” Diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at 19 years old, Henry now volunteers for St. Jude because he knows what it's like to bear the costs.
"Family is everything" is a phrase that holds especially true within Hispanic communities. In this story, mother and Univision host, Fernanda Almeida, walks us through what St. Jude means to her, her children and the larger Minnesota Hispanic community.
We all have people we admire. In the case of Brodie Wisniewski, it was Ryan Dungey. This admiration sparked a love for motorcross, as well as a love for the mission of St. Jude. Because of his two passions, Brodie has inspired his community to join his fundraising for St. Jude.
It's impossible to understate the importance of community. Communities bring us together and grant us a shared purpose. This holds especially true for St. Jude volunteer Chad Johnson, who has been a long-time member of the motorcross community in Minnesota and who has dedicated himself to working for St. Jude.
If you've ever tried learning a new language, you'll know it's easy to have things get lost in translation. This is the challenge that Minnesota advisory council member, Boua Xiong, continues to face as she brings awareness of childhood cancer and other life—threatening diseases to the Asian communities in Minnesota.
Tucked into the Warehouse District of Minneapolis, Lynne Robertson, CEO of Fame, is leading a team that amplifies the brand of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital nationally.
Read even more #MNforStJude stories:
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For NFL's Ben Leber, Connection to St. Jude is Personal
Fifteen years after losing his nephew to brain cancer, football color commentator and former Minnesota Viking Ben Leber tells his family's story to support St. Jude.
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'Fat Cat' hooks Minnesota fishing fans with humor and the hard reality of his cancer as a child
Social-media star is a master of silly humor and side-splitting laughs, but his love for St. Jude and sick kids is straight from the heart.
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With St. Jude Red Carpet for Hope postponed, St. Jude brain tumor survivor pivots to prom
As a dedicated supporter of St. Jude, Minnesota teen Marit found a way to continue fundraising even after her family's annual event was put on hold.
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Inspired by his namesake, Minnesota’s Danny Thomas donates to St. Jude
The generous gift was on behalf of Thomas & Sons Construction, the family business his Lebanese immigrant dad built.
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United for Dylan, and St. Jude
Dylan Witschen is gone but not forgotten as his hometown comes together to remember his legacy and support the St. Jude Walk/Run Minneapolis.
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Supercross' Ryan Dungey Becomes Fast Friends with St. Jude Patient
A dirt bike-loving boy named Gabe may have lost his dream of racing because of brain cancer, but he’s gained a buddy in Supercross legend Ryan Dungey.
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The Story Behind the Photo: Gabe's First Steps
In a widely shared photo, Gabe, a St. Jude patient, took his first steps without the aid of a walker at the St. Jude Walk/Run Minneapolis, nearly two years after brain surgery left him paralyzed. He was assisted by his hero, four-time Supercross champion and St. Jude supporter Ryan Dungey.
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A baseball heart-to-heart
Two baseball players had a video chat over the internet. One was Randy Dobnak, a pitcher for the Minnesota Twins. The second was Brody, a 12-year-old patient at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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In a League of His Own
Brody nears the end of chemo and seeks a normal life, then baseball glory.
He did not want to walk and was fussy all day. Those were the first signs that something was amiss with Kamryn.
When those symptoms persisted and even worsened one week later, Kamryn's mom sought out more medical care. That's when Kamryn was referred to St. Jude.
St. Jude patient Kamryn
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New toys for hospital play areas
St. Jude patients have recreational and play areas both at the hospital and at family housing facilities.
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A No More Chemo party
St. Jude doctors, nurses and medical support teams celebrate this wonderful milestone with patients and their families.
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Art supplies
Art therapy is used to reduce stress or anxiety, explore complex feelings, manage side effects and improve quality of life for St. Jude patients.
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One red wagon
Wagons are the preferred mode of travel through the halls of the hospital and around campus for our younger patients.
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One red blood cell transfusion
Children undergoing treatment for cancer and other life-threatening diseases often need transfusions.
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One day of oxygen
During treatment, St. Jude patients may need oxygen to help their bodies function properly and aid in healing.
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Support St. Jude patients and their families
Your donation will be used to provide breakthrough research, treatment and cures as you join St. Jude in its livesaving mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
* Your donation will be used to provide breakthrough research, treatment and cures. Items listed here are representative of services and supplies that are part of the treatment and care of children at St. Jude. The cost of each item or service is an approximation, and will vary based on actual costs incurred and individual patient needs. Your donation will be used for the general operating needs of St. Jude, where no family ever receives a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food.
