Better – Thanks to You

Each gift to Northwestern Memorial Foundation touches lives in a real and powerful way. Over the years, we have witnessed truly transformative giving that has impacted patients, communities, physicians, nurses, and staff. These stories are only possible through generous gifts from people like you.

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  Your Support Makes Us Better
  For the 10th consecutive year, Northwestern Memorial Hospital has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Illinois and is recognized among the top hospitals in the country, ranking No. 10 nationally on the prestigious “America’s Best Hospitals” Honor Roll published by U.S. News & World Report, 2021 – 2022.
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  Hope for Patients With Irreparable Lung Damage From COVID-19
  Dr. Ankit Bharat’s and his team have performed over 145 pioneering surgeries. Learn how your gifts have helped Northwestern Medicine provide hope and healing for patients with irreparable lung damage from COVID-19.
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  Your Support Helps Families Enjoy the Holidays
  A year and a half ago, Lanette was enjoying life after the birth of her daughter, Savannah — yet she was experiencing concerning symptoms. At first, she noticed that she felt especially winded going upstairs. Then, her condition grew much worse.
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  You supported my mental health so I could fight my cancer.
  In some ways, the hardest part of having cancer is the mental impact. Your mental health is what keeps you going every day. When you are struggling with mental health, it’s hard to keep fighting the physical part of your disease.