“MilliporeSigma is proud to partner with St. Louis Children’s Hospital, supporting their work to improve children’s lives. As the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, we are committed to giving back to the communities where we live and work. Through this partnership and our annual partnership to support STEM Week education at the hospital, we continue to foster curiosity, learning, and brighter futures for the next generation.”

—Jeffrey Whitford, Vice President, Sustainability & Social Business Innovation, MilliporeSigma, the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

“At Purina, we believe people and pets are better together, and there’s no better evidence than what we’ve seen through the Purina Paws for Hope program at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Witnessing the joy kids and their families experience when spending time with their own pets in the Purina Family Pet Center, or when interacting with the Paws for Hope therapy dogs, inspires us every day. We know that pets provide a great source of comfort, particularly during times of stress and healing, and we’re grateful for our partnership with St. Louis Children’s Hospital, which enables us to bring that warmth to patients and families here in our hometown.”

—Bill Etling, Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Nestlé Purina PetCare Co

“Spirit of Children is proud to partner with St. Louis Children’s Hospital, whose child life specialists provide therapeutic, developmental, educational, and psychosocial support to young patients and their families while doctors and nurses focus on medical treatment. Our Spirit Halloween team feels a deep sense of pride and privilege in our ability to support our local communities through Spirit of Children in our mission to make hospitals less scary for kids and their families. We are grateful to our passionate and dedicated store teams, business partners, and loyal customers whose generosity season after season makes it possible for us to continue to support the extraordinary and critical work of Child Life Services.”

—Rick Tereo, Director, Corporate Administration, Spirit of Children Foundation, Spencer Spirit Holdings, Inc.

“As community builders, McCarthy is committed to giving back to our neighbors and the communities where we live and serve. KIDstruction Week brings together the local design and construction community, through an employee giving campaign, to support family-centered care for young patients and their families at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. We are honored to partner with St. Louis Children’s Hospital, fully embracing their dedication to doing what’s right for kids.”

—Ryan Sawall, Central Region CEO, McCarthy Building Companies

“For many of our employees and trade partners who support the Kozeny‐Wagner Golf Tournament, the mission of St. Louis Children’s Hospital is personal. Many have been touched directly by the world-class care provided by St. Louis Children’s Hospital. If not directly, then most certainly, through a degree of separation. By supporting St. Louis Children’s Hospital, it allows all of us the opportunity to give back and directly support the outstanding mission of doing what’s right for kids. We like that the results, through our support, are impactful on many levels.”

—Pat Kozeny, President and CEO, Kozeny‐Wagner Construction

“At Truck Centers, we believe that supporting St. Louis Children’s is more than an investment in healthcare — it’s an investment in the future of our community. St. Louis Children’s Hospital Day at Six Flags has become a beloved tradition amongst our team, boosting employee morale and fostering a sense of pride and belonging. We are committed to giving back and empowering our team members to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.”

—Katie Hopkins, President and CEO, Truck Centers, Inc.