Shodair Children's Hospital in Helena received a $32,500 donation Friday from former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe, which he and his wife raised during the 2025 Ace Hardware Shootout.

Bledsoe, a resident of Whitefish, 14-year NFL veteran and four-time pro-bowl selection, presented an oversized check to the hospital through a charity golf competition in tandem with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals).

“My relationship with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals goes back to the mid-'90s, and I’ve always been inspired by the courage of the kids I’ve met. As a parent, I know there’s nothing more terrifying than having a child with health challenges, which is why the work happening at Shodair Children’s Hospital is so important — not just for kids, but for their families. I’m g

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