Members of the Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary recently held their Annual Meeting to review initiatives of the past year and ways to best support the hospital and community services moving forward. Inspired by a long history of fundraising and philanthropic giving, the group welcomes new ideas, new requests, and new members.
In early December the Auxiliary’s signature fundraising event brings community members together for the annual Lights of Memory celebration. In its 31st year this past ceremony honored dear friend Becky Ames, and recognized countless loved ones. $1,795 was raised from this heartfelt event in 2014, with funds benefitting the employee scholarship program.
The Gift Shop at Franklin Regional Hospital continues to thrive as volunteers stock its shelves every month with new and unique gifts. The shop offers everything from flowers and cards to beautiful jewelry and gifts for every occasion. Each purchase supports important initiatives at Franklin Regional Hospital, ultimately benefitting patients and staff.
Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary is also involved in the Lifeline program – a community and FRH initiative that offers seniors in surrounding towns special access to emergency services. The Auxiliary is proud to donate the Lifeline service to select community members who may otherwise be restricted by financial barriers.
The Auxiliary supports community initiatives through events such as the Red Dress Gala, the Tanger Fit for a Cure 5K, the LRGHealthcare Golf Classic, and Franklin Community Day. The Auxiliary is proud to be a $5,000 Cornerstone Level donor to the LRGHealthcare Capital Campaign.
In addition the Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary has purchased important equipment for hospital departments over the past year, including a much-needed bariatric scale with hand rails at the Specialty Clinic, and a computer on wheels for the Outpatient Rehabilitation Department. They offered financial assistance in the form of scholarships to employees seeking certifications and further education in their field, and also helped to enhance patient comfort through a donation of hand-made pillowcases to pediatric patients.
The Auxiliary is always looking for enthusiastic new members! If you’re interested in learning more please call 934-2060 ext. 8780 or e-mail lmfinnie@nullgmail.com.