by Donors Like You

When we watch these inspirational videos of gratitude from our patients and their families, we know in our hearts there is good all around us. When you give to Mercy Health Foundation, you join us in bringing more hope and healing to those we serve.

Lucas' Story

It takes more than medicine to heal a child. Hear how the Child Life Specialists’ helped make this tough world a little kinder for Lucas and the Crisp family.

Casey's Story

It’s not a stretch of the imagination to say that a higher power led Casey Brown to Mercy. The compassionate, focused care Casey received here restored his vision and his hope for the future.

Katy's Story

Katie is a loving mother, daughter and entrepreneur. After years of struggling with mental health, Katie attempted to take her own life.

Thomas' Story

Thomas was diagnosed with autism shortly before his first birthday. With the help of Mercy Therapy and Development Center’s specialized care team, Thomas is now thriving.

Tianna's Story

Tianna scheduled her first mammogram on the mobile mammogram bus out of convenience. Hear how that decision changed her life forever.

Maria's Story

Maria suffered severe burns to over 80% of her body from a malfunctioning hot tub. Learn how Mercy’s Burn Center, the only one in Southwest Missouri, saved Maria’s life with specialized therapies and treatment.

Bella and Henry's Story

Bella and Henry both experienced shocking cancer diagnoses in their early twenties. Receiving a cancer diagnosis at any age is difficult, but Mercy understands the unique impact to an adolescent or young adult at such a critical stage in their lives. Mercy’s Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Program provided much more than life-saving care for these incredible individuals.

Nick and Charlie's Story

Nick first came to Mercy Kids in 2019, when he was diagnosed with leukemia. There, he found a special place designed for his needs, but it also brought him closer to the caregivers who have become life-long friends.

JohnJohn's Story

During this treatment, John John began to learn how to communicate using sign language. This gave him the ability to tell his mom, dad and teachers his likes, wants and needs. He is also beginning to verbally communicate, something Kathleen never thought would be possible.

Steven's Story

Steven was an avid traveler and incredibly talented nature photographer. Learn how his personal experience with cancer touched the lives of fellow patients through his selfless acts of kindness and generosity. Steven’s legacy lives on through a planned gift to Mercy Health Foundation.

Cathy's Story

Cathy Glover beat cancer thanks to the support of donors like you. Watch the video to hear her story.

Erika's Story

A rare pregnancy complication had first-time mom, Erika, and her baby, Saylor, both fighting for their lives. Now Erika begins a different battle: conquering breast cancer with Mercy at her side.

Bill's Story

When a routine heart surgery turned critical, Bill Lampe trusted Mercy to provide life-saving care when he needed it the most.