The Mitten Pediatric Palliative and Hospice Foundation

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

❤️ YOUR DAF. YOUR CHOICE. THEIR CARE. ❤️
Today is DAF (Donor-Advised Fund) Day — a day to put charitable dollars to work for the causes you care about most.
At The Mitten, we’re working to transform pediatric end-of-life care in Michigan — supporting children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions and the families who love them.
And we’re dreaming bigger. 🏠
We’re working toward Michigan’s first residential pediatric palliative and hospice home — a place that feels like home, not a hospital. A place where families can focus on what matters most: being together, making memories, and simply being a family.
If you have a donor-advised fund, consider The Mitten today.
Because every child deserves comfort.
Every family deserves support.
And no family should have to face the end of a child’s life alone.
Your DAF. Your choice. Their care. ❤️
Find us on DAFday.com or visit themittenfoundation.org.

10/03/2026

Today I walked into my office and found this on my desk…. A note from Terri Blake Stong 10 years ago thanking me for loving Finn. Finn is my why. 10 years later we are getting closer to the dream! A dream of a house to support children and their families at the absolute worst time- Please check us out and consider a donation.
Www.themittenfoundation.org

09/11/2026

Where in the world was the Mitten Foundation today? We were meeting with Ben and Heather at Rathbun Insurance! A great meeting that reminded us that our community is amazing and Lansing is filled with people that do good things! Thanks for having us!

09/01/2026

GREAT meeting with Kelly @ Ele's Place this afternoon. As I always say…. We are better together. Ronald McDonald House + The Mitten Pediatric Palliative and Hospice Foundation + Ele's Place.

A triple threat, a trifecta, a hat trick! 3 amazing organizations changing the trajectory of grieving families, critically ill children and creating memories of love and comfort. Until the last moment.

Join us! Donate @ www.themittenfoundation.org

08/29/2026

BIG THINGS ARE HAPPENING AT THE MITTEN! 💙

What an incredible week for The Mitten Pediatric Palliative and Hospice Foundation!

From meaningful conversations and connections with Ronald McDonald House, MSU FCU, and so many amazing individuals in our community, we continue to be humbled by those willing to give their time, talent, and treasure to support Michigan’s children and families.

Every meeting, every introduction, every offer to help, and every person who says, “How can I be part of this?” brings us one step closer to our dream of creating a place where no family has to navigate their child’s most difficult journey alone.

And now, all of that momentum is leading to something very special…

✨ We are thrilled to officially announce the Inaugural Mitten Foundation Gala! ✨

📅 February 5, 2027

This will be more than a gala. It will be a night of hope, community, generosity, and a shared belief that Michigan’s children and families deserve compassionate support when they need it most.

Big hearts. Michigan’s littlest hands. One incredible community making it possible. 💙

08/28/2026

Where in the world was THE MITTEN FOUNDATION today? Creating a collaboration with the Mid Michigan Ronald McDonald House! A heartfelt thank you to Carolyn Hurst for your kindness, knowledge and passion!