Category Archives: Development

Philanthropy Right Under My Nose

January 27th, 2012 - 1:58 pm

“I live in Rochester, MN. I live very close to the downtown area, which means I can easily walk a few blocks and be submerged in Mayo Clinic history and the future of medicine and science. As I was looking … Continue reading →

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Bigger Than a House

March 28th, 2011 - 8:00 am

“Patients helping patients” has always been my way of summarizing philanthropy at Mayo Clinic. After all, most benefactors are patients, and the gifts they make help other patients, either right away (think buildings and new equipment) or years later (think … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo – Overview

November 23rd, 2010 - 7:00 am

For those of you wanting to read through the entire series or for those wanting to find a specific part you may have missed, here is an overview post including links to all the series parts. Part One Part Two Part Three Part … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Philanthropy to the Max

November 15th, 2010 - 4:22 pm

Philanthropy has long played a vital role in Mayo Clinic’s success. From Drs. Will and Charlie Mayo, who gave their estates to endow the clinic, to little six-year-old Emma, whose story appeared on Sharing Mayo Clinic just days ago, giving … Continue reading →

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From Mascara to Medicine: A Mom on a Mission

September 2nd, 2010 - 1:33 pm

When their daughter was diagnosed with neuromyelitis optica (NMO) in June 2008, the world turned upside down for cosmetics entrepreneur Victoria Jackson and infomercial pioneer Bill Guthy. The diagnosing physician told them, “you know, if this were my child, I’d … Continue reading →

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Giving Back

August 28th, 2009 - 6:00 am

Glenn Primack had his first experience with Mayo Clinic during the last year, accompanying his best friend, Bob, who had cancer. Glenn describes his journey, both with Bob’s care at Mayo (led by Dr. Keith Bible) and how that experience … Continue reading →

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Mayo Clinic Recognizes AT&T Foundation Support for Data Infrastructure

March 17th, 2009 - 7:00 am

Mayo Clinic leaders in information technology (IT), individualized medicine and cancer research yesterday recognized AT&T Foundation as a Principal Benefactor of Mayo Clinic and provided updates on Mayo’s Enterprise Data Trust and its implications for advancements in disease diagnosis and … Continue reading →

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