Pediatric Research

“I want to play wheelchair basketball or amputee soccer.”

- Sophia Jenkins

Leader in Pediatric Research

As part of Oregon’s only academic health center, OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital is our region’s leader in pediatric research

Every day, researchers at Doernbecher work together in pursuit of breakthroughs that will translate to new treatments and life-changing care, giving families new hope. 

In recent years, our researchers have attracted national and international attention for their work across many areas of pediatric medicine, including:

  • Neonatology
  • Oncology 
  • Neurology
  • Mental health
  • Gastroenterology
  • Child global health 
  • Stem cell research.

Friends of Doernbecher Grant Program

The Friends of Doernbecher Grant Program is one of the only pediatric grant opportunities in the region that occurs annually, providing early-stage funding for new and unproven ideas.

Your gift in support of research is more important than ever. 

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$15,000 MATCH for Doernbecher kids and families -- Pediatric Research
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$15,000 MATCH for Doernbecher kids and families -- Pediatric Research
Gifts in support of early-stage critical research to the Friends of Doernbecher Grant Program fund will be MATCHED 1:1 while funds last. Thanks to the Doernbecher Philanthropy Board for their generosity.
$3,380 MATCHED
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Help UNLOCK $7,500 for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital!
$7,500
Help UNLOCK $7,500 for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital!
When we reach 100 gifts for Doernbecher, we will UNLOCK $7,500 to support Doernbecher kids and families, thanks to the generosity of Josh Simon and an anonymous matching donor.
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Just for Alumni: First Gift Challenge
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Just for Alumni: First Gift Challenge
Make your first gift to OHSU and you could earn an extra $500 for the OHSU fund of your choice. One new alumni donor will be randomly selected — your impact starts here. Generously provided by Peter and Suzanne Thompson.
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Make It Monthly Challenge
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Make It Monthly Challenge
Checking that recurring gift box? Smart move. One donor who checks the box will be randomly selected to earn $500 for the fund they care about most. A simple choice with lasting impact. Generously provided by Peter and Suzanne Thompson.
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Stay Up, Step Up: Night Owl Challenge for OHSU Give Day
Stay up for our Night Owl Challenge and a chance to earn extra dollars for your favorite impact area! The top three funds that receive the greatest number of gifts between 9 p.m. and midnight on May 21 will earn $500 (1st), $300 (2nd) and $200 (3rd). Generously provided by Peter and Suzanne Thompson.
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Dollars Raised by Impact Area Leaderboard
Which Impact Area is in the lead with the most money raised?
Rank Department Raised
1 Knight Cancer Institute $11,195.00
2 Long Hope Fund $5,000.00
3 Doernbecher Children's Hospital $4,628.00
4 Pediatric Research $3,380.00
5 Casey Eye Institute $2,600.00
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Help UNLOCK $5,000 for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital!
$5,000
Help UNLOCK $5,000 for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital!
When we reach 50 gifts for Doernbecher, we will UNLOCK $5,000 to support Doernbecher kids and families, thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor.
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Help UNLOCK $5,000 for Doernbecher Children's Hospital
$5,000
Help UNLOCK $5,000 for Doernbecher Children's Hospital
When we reach 150 gifts for Doernbecher, we will UNLOCK $5,000 to support Doernbecher kids and families, thanks to an anonymous donor.
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First Gift, Big Impact Challenge
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First Gift, Big Impact Challenge
Give to OHSU for the first time this Give Day and you could earn an extra $500 to direct to any OHSU fund. One new donor will be randomly selected — will it be you? Generously provided by Peter and Suzanne Thompson.
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Spring into action: Lunch Power Hour for OHSU Give Day!
Earn extra dollars for your favorite impact area! The top three funds that receive the greatest number of gifts between 12:00-1:00 p.m. on May 21 will earn $500 (1st), $300 (2nd) and $200 (3rd). Generously provided by Peter and Suzanne Thompson.
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