St. Louis Children’s Hospital

Since 1954, Friends have come together to help Children's Hospital do what's right for kids! Because of our members, Friends have been able to contribute millions of dollars and volunteer hours to help improve the quality of life for children, adolescents and their families. Thank you!

Friends' members come from all walks of life but share the common bond of wanting to help kids. Individual membership starts at just $35 a year and couples can sign up for $60. Best Friend levels for individuals and couples are $100, $250 and $500 with Best Friend Forever membership at $1,000 per person.

Young Friends of St. Louis Children's Hospital
Get connected with this group of men and women who consider themselves young professional, parents and friends who like to have fun while helping a good cause! Click here for more information.

Click here for information on becoming a Young Friends board member!

There are three ways to join Friends of St. Louis Children's Hospital:

1. Sign up online!
2. By Mail
   Click here to download a membership form. Please complete and mail with payment to:
   SLCH Foundation
   Attn: Friends of SLCH
   One Children's Place, St. Louis, MO 63110
3. By Phone
   Please call Carolyn in the Friends' office 314.286.0972
   Business hours are M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Feel free to leave a message.

Gift memberships are available. Click here for more information.

Listed below are the fundraising and service projects we host each year. For more information, please contact Abby Edwards at 314.286.1549 or aedwards@bjc.org

Fundraising
Proceeds help kids receive quality medical care with a compassionate touch at St. Louis Children's Hospital regardless of the family's ability to pay.

• "Tabletops" Spring Event
  Unique luncheon and shopping experience, featuring magnificent tabletop displays from over 50 of St. Louis' finest florists, decorators and merchants.
• Kickball for a Cause
  Men and women of all skill levels will be kickin' it for the kids!
• Holiday Cards
  These kid-designed cared are sure to share the true spirit of the holidays.
• Cocktails and Clowns
  Join us for this worth while happy hour.
• Carousel Gala
  One of St. Louis' premier black-tie galas held at the Ritz-Carlton featuring a gourmet dinner, live music, dancing and a selective oral auction.
• Personal Gifts/In-Kind Donations
  Your gift does make a difference! Click here to learn more.

Service and Advocacy Projects
In addition to raising necessary funds for treatments and programs, the Friends enjoy projects where they can reward volunteers, impact legislature and interact with patients and families.

• Friends Volunteer Shift at Ronald McDonald House Family Room in Children's Hospital
  Located on the 5th floor of the hospital, this room provides a place for patient families to sit and share a meal, take a shower, watch television, read or just relax. Friends provide volunteers from 9 a.m. - noon on the first Wednesday of each month.
• Jane Spoehrer Memorial Scholarship
  Two Children's Hospital student volunteers are rewarded each year for their service.
• Jefferson City Trip
  Friends members join Children's Hospital staff on a trip to the state capitol. No political experience required!
• Love Light Festival
  The holiday season is made special for patients and their families.