St. Luke's Children's

03/05/2026

The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho recently presented Dr. Scott Snyder with a Heart of Care – Medical Hero award at its Red Shoe Shindig event last week.

Families staying at the Ronald McDonald House nominate recipients of the award, selecting individuals they feel were especially helpful, compassionate and kind during their medical journey.

Congratulations to Dr. Snyder on this well-deserved honor!

St. Luke’s also served as the presenting sponsor for the event. Children’s service line medical director Dr. Elizabeth Kleweno spoke on behalf of St. Luke’s and as a Ronald McDonald House board member.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho

03/05/2026

Meet Maddie: Children’s Miracle Network champion ‘super woman’ thanks St. Luke’s care, which inspires goal to become a nurse

Sometimes, the smallest among us can provide us the biggest show of strength, offering an indelible example of perseverance.
Here in Idaho, we have a prime example of that in 13-year-old Maddie, who is ready to be a beacon of hope for kids like her — and people of all kinds in our communities.

The state’s 2026 Children’s Miracle Network champion, Maddie became a beloved presence at St. Luke’s facilities as she battled cancer throughout her childhood.

Sometimes, the smallest among us can provide us the biggest show of strength and perseverance.

03/03/2026

Coaches from the Boise State women’s basketball team recently wore sneakers decorated by patients at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital during their Feb. 18 game against Air Force!

The shoes represent strength, partnership and a reminder that our community shows up for one another.

Basketball team members visited Children's with pairs of white Nike sneakers that served as blank canvases for patients eager to show off their artistic skills.

A big thank-you to the Boise State women’s basketball team for supporting St. Luke’s Children’s!

02/27/2026

Earlier this month, 13 local credit unions gathered at St. Luke’s to celebrate a year of fundraising through the Credit Unions for Kids, or CU4Kids, program. In 2025, our partners raised $321,412 to support pediatric care at St. Luke’s Children’s, which is a 20% year-over-year increase and the highest CU4Kids fundraising total to date!

Credit Unions for Kids is a program of Children’s Miracle Network that encourages credit unions to support their local children’s hospital. Our credit union partners support us through various initiatives including golf tournaments, fundraisers, employee giving, event sponsorships, volunteering at St. Luke's events and more.

All donations go directly to Children’s funds, meaning they can be directed toward the most pressing needs within St. Luke's Children’s services.

Children’s Miracle Network dollars often support therapeutic programs for pediatric patients, emotional support for children and their families and the many resources that help make a hospital experience as least traumatic as possible for patients.

“These unrestricted funds allow us to respond quickly and thoughtfully when needs arise — whether that means providing comfort items at a child’s bedside, expanding programs that support mental and emotional well-being, investing in equipment that improves care or ensuring families feel supported during some of the most difficult moments of their lives,” said Katie Rink, CMN coordinator at St. Luke’s Foundation.

“This flexibility is especially impactful because it allows our teams to meet patients and families exactly where they are, when they need it most, to continue delivering compassionate, family-centered care across our Children’s hospital.”

02/27/2026

In honor of Rare Disease Day, the skybridge at the St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center will be illuminated in blue, green, pink and purple on Saturday, Feb. 28.

Held every February, Rare Disease Day is a patient-led global event that shines a light on the more than 300 million people worldwide living with a rare disease.

The skybridge lighting serves as a tribute to patients and their families and helps raise awareness while supporting efforts to advance rare disease research.

02/04/2026

Our music therapy program is awesome! Support from the community and St. Luke's Foundation have helped kids like Violet express themselves and heal. Check out our newsroom story on the program from December!

https://stlukesonline.org/en/news/2025/celebrating-15-years-st-lukes-program-brings-power-of-music-therapy-to-young-patients

01/31/2026

For the first time ever, Albertsons is teaming up with St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital for a two-week point of sale campaign!

Now through Tuesday, Feb. 3, customers at Albertsons can donate $1, $3, $5 or any amount at checkout to support St. Luke’s Children’s.

There are 36 Albertsons locations across Idaho participating, including stores in the Treasure Valley, Elmore, Magic Valley, McCall and Wood River.

Every penny stays local and 100% of funds raised will support patients and their families at St. Luke’s Children’s.

01/27/2026

After Violet was diagnosed with B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, a secondary complication left her with severe myopathy. She spent 88 days in the St. Luke's Children's PICU unable to move or speak, but when her music therapist, Kathrine, walked in, everything shifted toward what was possible.
When Kathrine sat with Violet, it was the first time her family could truly see her strength in action. Violet lit up, smiled and moved to the music, using instruments specially chosen so she could participate. These sessions created a vital space for connection, allowing Violet and her siblings to find joy together on her unique health journey.
Programs like music therapy are made possible when people and partners come together to raise funds for children’s hospitals in our network. These resources provide comfort and connection, elevating what is possible and giving kids every chance to grow up strong.

01/22/2026

A St. Luke's first: Support Children’s Hospital at your local Albertsons!

For the first time ever, Albertsons is teaming up with St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital for a two-week point of sale campaign!

From Jan. 21-Feb. 3, customers at Albertsons can donate any amount – including rounding up their purchase – to support St. Luke’s Children’s.

There are 36 Albertsons locations across Idaho participating, including stores in the Treasure Valley, Elmore, Magic Valley, McCall and Wood River.

Every penny stays local and 100% of funds raised will support patients and their families at St. Luke’s Children’s.

01/13/2026

Check out Children's Miracle Network Hospitals refreshed brand! When you see the balloon in our community, know that you’re supporting kids at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital and helping make big change for all kids💙💛

01/13/2026

Thank you to our 2025 Children’s Miracle Network Champion, Sofia, and her family, for their incredible courage in sharing her story. Being a CMN Champion is more than a title—it is a way to inspire others, raise awareness, and shine a light on the programs that make a difference for children and families.

Sofia meets every challenge with a smile, strength, and grace that inspires everyone around her. We are deeply grateful for her family’s dedication, their time advocating for children’s health, and their ongoing support of St. Luke’s Children’s.

Sofia’s story has touched thousands, and her impact reaches far beyond 2025, continuing to inspire our community. Thank you, Sofia, for representing all children who need care and showing the true meaning of courage, hope, and resilience.

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

01/01/2026

We hope you have a fantastic New Year's Eve and a wonderful 2026. Here are a few reminders from our injury prevention team to celebrate safely this evening!