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Giving

A Gift of Ages: Fueling Excellence and Sustainability at Children’s Hospitals

February 10, 2026

Our children’s hospital was selected for our high-quality care, collaborative culture, strong leadership and notable impact on patients and families across Vermont and northern New York.

Midwives learn childbirth techniques using medical dummies.

Giving

A New Midwifery Education Program is Born

February 4, 2026

The program will increase access and affordability for learners, expand the midwife workforce and bring skilled services to the women and families who need us.

Donors Thomas A. E. Moseley, III, MD’79, SM Hyg, and his wife, the Rev. Christine Moseley, RN, with Lewis First, MD, (left) Chair of Pediatrics, UVM Larner College of Medicine and Chief, Golisano Children’s Hospital.

Giving

Gift Strengthens Rural Pediatric Health Care

February 3, 2026

New endowment increases pediatric residents’ exposure to rural medicine to help inspire and attract talented early career pediatricians to settle and practice in rural Vermont.

Nancy Malhotra, Stroke Nurse Practitioner and Lindsey Willis, Nursing Professional Development Practitioner, filming a caretaker training video at UVM Medical Center.

Giving

Philanthropy Supports Caregivers of Stroke Patients

February 3, 2026

A new philanthropy-funded training program is empowering caregivers of stroke patients with tools, resources and a support network to help them care for loved ones transitioning from the hospital to their home.

Pediatric patient Macie Hoyt lays on a hospital bed for an ultrasound on her abdomen.

Giving

Investing in Care, Investing in People

January 23, 2026

Historic $755,000 donation supports workforce development and long-term health care in the North Country.

The Smith Family gathers for their annual fundraiser golf tournament.

Home Health & Hospice

Golf, Gratitude and the Smith Family Legacy

January 5, 2026

Just as John and Theresa shared laughter and friendships on the golf course, today’s players keep that spirit alive.

Megan Prue, MD, gives a pediatric patient a high five at Golisano Children's Hospital.

Children's Health

Back to Where It Began

December 22, 2025

As rural communities grapple with health care provider shortages, one Vermont doctor shows how hard work, academic medicine and community support can keep care close to home.

A new pergola with bench at The Alice Center at Alice Hyde Medical Center.

Giving

Honoring Loved Ones with New Outdoor Spaces at The Alice Center

December 18, 2025

New pergolas donated in tribute to cherished family members provide residents and visitors a peaceful place for comfort, connection and reflection.

Laura Mulvey, MD, and a team of emergency medicine staff from University of Vermont Medical Center hold an OB training at Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital.

Emergency & Urgent Care

Baby on Board

December 18, 2025

As rural hospitals struggle to provide obstetric care, hospitals in our region are teaming up to ensure emergency departments are ready for unexpected births.