Memorial Health Foundation: 2023-2024 Fiscal Year in Review

Memorial Health Foundation has reached new heights in philanthropy, community engagement, and healthcare support! From record-breaking Giving Tuesday donations to the highly anticipated groundbreaking of the new Women and Children’s Hospital, each initiative strengthened the Foundation’s mission to enhance healthcare access and patient support in the region. As we reflect on this remarkable year, we celebrate the generosity of donors, the dedication of healthcare professionals, and the unwavering commitment to improving lives.

Giving Tuesday was a monumental event, raising $398,544 with the help of 250 generous donors. The day included ‘Power Hours’ and matching gift challenges sponsored by local organizations like Morrison, Inc., Marietta Welfare League, and Peoples Bank. A surprise $100,000 donation from Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal Company and Spartan Foundation set a record at the largest, single gift ever received on Giving Tuesday.

The 19^th Annual Fashion Show: Havana Nights, presented by Eramet, was a sold-out success, raising a record-breaking $132,000 to support the Foundation’s Breast Health and Cancer Emergency Patient Initiatives. The funds assist with transportation, mammogram screenings, dental care, and other essential needs. In early 2024 alone, 68 patients had already received over $17,000 in assistance.

The Annual Golf Outing held on May 17^th raised nearly $60,000 with 28 teams participating. Funds were allocated to internal grants for patientcare projects, including a pediatric simulator and an exoskeleton for mobility therapy.

The Calm Room Initiative, inspired by nurse residency participants and supported by Memorial Health Foundation, was launched to provide healthcare workers with a serene space to recharge amidst their demanding work schedules. The room aims to improve employee well-being, reduce stress, and boost patient care quality.

The Mothman Harley-Davidson Teddy Bear Run, held on June 15^th, collected 155 teddy bears and stuffed animals for the Teddy Bear Initiative. This initiative provides stuffed animals to patients needing extra comfort during their healthcare journeys.

Fund Run Glow attracted over 160 participants and raised $10,000 for essential healthcare programs, including support for stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, diabetes education, and bariatric exercise programs.

A historic Groundbreaking Event for the Women and Children’s Hospital was held on October 8^th, 2024, with over 700 guests in attendance. The new 66, 246-square-foot facility will feature a level II NICU, private delivery rooms, specialty care services, and more. It is expected to support over400,000 patients annually and allow 85% of NICU infants to remain close to their families.

The event also marked the public launch of the Together Campaign, a five-year, $50 million initiative aimed at transforming healthcare access and services in Southeast Ohio. With $36.27 million already raised, the campaign calls on community members to contribute to reaching the $50 million goal by December 2027.

This fiscal year, the Foundation also introduced Expressions of Gratitude, a platform for patients and families to thank healthcare providers, fostering stronger bonds between the community and Memorial Health System.

Through these events and initiatives, Memorial Health Foundation showcased its unwavering dedication to enhancing healthcare services, supporting patients and staff, and fostering community engagement in region.

Learn more

To learn more about Memorial Health Foundation’s impact in our community, visit mhsystem.org/AnnualReport. 

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