Behind the scenes: Doernbecher Freestyle XII
Being nominated and selected to work on the Doernbecher Freestyle collection is a once-in-a-lifetime experience – both for our patient-designers and for the Nike employees chosen to be involved in...
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Beyond the shoes – Jordan Geller’s Doernbecher Freestyle quest
No one knows sneakers quite like Jordan Geller does. He holds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of sneakers owned and is passionate about sharing his collection with others in the...
Meet Hope, Doernbecher’s hospital facility dog
"Can I take her home with me?" It's one of the questions Child Life Program Manager Sandy Westfall hears most often from Doernbecher patients (and, occasionally, employees) when they first...
Gifts for good
Here at OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital, we're very fortunate to partner with organizations and community members who donate their time and money to help us help kids. This is especially evident...
‘Because some kids need help’: 9-year-old novelist raises $500 for Doernbecher
On one warm Thursday I woke up and was so excited. "It is the big day," exclaimed Zoe. I know you must be wondering. I will tell you all about it. Well one hot summer day, me (Zoe) and my friend...
Friends of Doernbecher gives $175,000 to support Doernbecher research
The Friends of Doernbecher, a volunteer organization dedicated to the long-term support of OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital, recently awarded four grants totaling $175,000 to support...
Kids Making Miracles founder believes ‘kids can do things adults can’t.’
My story with Doernbecher began over 20 years ago when my daughter, Beckie Child, was 16 years old. At the time she was a popular, athletic and vibrant teenager at Parkrose High School. One...
Our 22-year-old is ‘a tribute to the gifted hands of the Doernbecher NICU physicians and nurses’
On Saturday, April 20, the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Friends of Doernbecher will host the 15th annual Heart of Doernbecher Auction. Each year, we invite a family to share...
What is the ‘Heart of Doernbecher’?
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Heart of Doernbecher Auction. On Saturday, April 20, Doernbecher supporters will come together at the Portland Art Museum to enjoy dinner, music,...