Mission and Values

The Children's Hospital Foundation at Saint Francis

Mission Statement 
To welcome and foster charitable giving to Saint Francis Children's Hospital to provide and care for the special spiritual, emotional and physical needs of children and their families.


Saint Francis Children's Hospital 
Philosophy of Care 
At Saint Francis Children's Hospital, kids come first. Here children and parents find physicians and staff specially trained to treat kids - not like tiny adults - but as special patients with their own needs and concerns.

Saint Francis Children's Hospital 
Purpose Statement 
To be the recognized leader for children's health in the region demonstrating excellence in clinical quality, service excellence and efficiency in a patient-centered, family focused environment.

Values

Excellence 
Promoting high standards of service and performance

Dignity 
Respecting each person as an inherently valuable member of the human community and as a unique expression of life

Justice 
Advocating for systems and structures that are attuned to the needs of the vulnerable and disadvantaged and that promote a sense of community among all persons

Integrity 
Encouraging honesty, consistency and predictability in all relationships

Stewardship 
Ensuring prudent use of talents and resources in a collaborative manner