Masonic Children's Hospital Partnership

Masonic Children's Hospital Partnership

Overview: The Thielen Foundation's first formal partnership (since 2018) supporting pediatric behavioral health and mental wellness at University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital.

Geographic Scope: Minnesota (University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital)

Focus Areas:

Youth mental health support

Behavioral health services

In-patient and out-patient care

Mental wellness and coping strategies

Stress and anxiety management

Program Services:

Regular visits to in-patient and out-patient care facilities

Remote location facility support

Wellness tools education including:

- Journaling
- Yoga
- Stress management
- Social media impact awareness
- Support system building

What They Fund/Provide:

WOODCHUCK USA journals: Hundreds distributed to patients

Yoga mats for take-home use (via CUB FOODS donation)

Holiday gifts and activity bags (via PULTE HOMES)

Gross Motor space upgrades for Behavioral Health patients (2022)

Future expansion: Two additional exercise spaces on different hospital floors

Corporate Partners:

M Health Fairview

PULTE HOMES

MIDWEST LANDSCAPING

Ryan Companies

Vivacity

Pictura

CUB FOODS

Background:

First formal partnership since foundation inception in 2018

2020: Partnership with M Health Fairview to address youth mental health questions

2022: Upgrading gross motor spaces for exercise and active wellness

Foundation founders openly share stories of hope, strength, and faith

Addresses mental health challenges facing youth