Hopkins County Health Care Foundation

Roberts Family Enjoying the Children's Therapy Garden

Hopkins County
Health Care Foundation
Contact: Jackie Thornton, Director
Phone: 903-438-4799
Email: jackieth@hcmh.com

With a fresh new look, the Health Care Foundation continues to direct it's focus to the future. Nothing is more important to us than the people of our community, and the quality, compassionate healthcare that can be received right here at home in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The Foundation is proud to support Memorial Hospital in the promise to provide the best area healthcare.

Established in 1997, the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation was organized to secure funds from individuals, businesses and corporations, to provide, promote, maintain and improve the continual growth of Memorial Hospital to serve the area communities. With the generous contributions and support of friends, family and neighbors, the Foundation is building a strong, long-term endowment, insuring the advancement of healthcare for the future generations of Hopkins County. The Health Care Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization governed by an Independent Board of Directors.

Held annually, the Lights of Life campaign gala is the largest fundraiser - event for the Health Care Foundation. Although, this most anticipated event is often oversold with waiting lists, preparation begins early to make every possible accommodation to meet an ever growing representation. The generosity of Hopkins County and the surrounding areas' gracious donations continually exceed expectations in "Giving Back to the Community". Donations are also accepted year-a-round, to "honor or remember" a special someone or "pay tribute" to a deceased friend or loved one. Contributions whether large or small, are always greatly appreciated. Bequests may be made through Will or Estate planning.

We encourage you, your business, or civic organization to become involved and be a part of the continued efforts of the Foundation, as we focus on the future of healthcare in Hopkins County. For more information about how you can make a difference and support our mission to "Leave a Legacy" through your philanthropic donation, please call the Health Care Foundation
at 903-438-4799.

HOPKINS COUNTY HEALTH CARE
   FOUNDATION BOARD 2011
           Arvis Tanton - Board Chair
         Patsy Johnson - Chairman Elect
         Keith Shurtleff - Treasurer
         Ene Ashcroft - Secretary
         Lydia Bryant
         Miki Eddins
         Wanda Galyean
         Mickey McKenzie
         Craig Roberts
         John Sellers
         Sam Sevier
         Polly Swatsell

Save The Dates

November 1, 2011
Lights of Life Campaign
Kick-Off
December 1, 2011
Lights of Life
  Christmas Tree Lighting
  January 28, 2012
  Lights of Life Gala

Giving Back

2011
"Leave a Legacy"
Consider for a moment that your gift, whether it be large or small, is an investment in the future generations. By "leaving a Legacy" you can create a positive impact on the community.
Hospice & C.A.R.E. Unit
Kicking off the 2011 Gala with the goal of purchasing a new wheelchair accessible van is a tall order, but one the Health Care Foundation has it's sites for funds received from the upcoming Lights of Life campaign.
The van will be a great asset for community Hospice & C.A.R.E. Unit patient transportation.

2010
Digital Mammography Machine
The Health Care Foundation Board and Lights of Life Campaign Committee announce that the 2010 "Touch of Pink" Gala raised in excess of $150,000. A portion was used to assist memorial Hospital with the purchase of a Digital Mammography machine.

2009
Children's Therapy Gardens
The Children's Therapy Gardens were unveiled in March at the Lights of Life Sponsor reception. Funds raised through the 2009 campaign were used to build the fenced outdoor pediatric treatment area. Additional funds assisted with the completion of the new Emergency Department and third floor children's waiting area.

2006 & 2007
The Gardens at Memorial
With generous community support the success of the 2006 & 2007 campaigns made the "Gardens at Memorial" a reality. Designed with the goal to improve health, promote wellness and nurture the soul, the walking trail, water features and natural surrounds are a peaceful place where patients, family, friends, hospital staff and community can go to enjoy the outdoors and relax.
Prior years' funding assisted Hopkins County Hospice and the C.A.R.E. Unit at Memorial.