Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Donates Nearly $84,000

Jasper- The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary recently presented a check to Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in the amount of $83,717.12, bringing their total contributions to Memorial Hospital to nearly $1.7 million since 1989. Fifteen separate departments will benefit from this year’s Auxiliary contribution.

The Auxiliary, which consists of over 500 men and women dedicated to the health of fellow community members, fundraise for hospital efforts. This year’s donated funds were raised by sales at the hospital’s 800 Gift Shop, as well as membership dues. In addition, the Auxiliary hosts a quilt raffle annually to award a $1,000 grant to a Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center volunteer pursuing a post-secondary degree.

“Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center would not be what it is today without the assistance, caring and dedication of our Auxiliary members,” said Angie Anderson, Volunteer & Guest Services Manager. “This program is vitally important to the hospital’s success as its contributions directly benefit our patients.  We are grateful for the support of our fellow community members.” 

2022 Auxiliary Board members are: Dana Hoffman (President), Renee Clesi (Vice-President), Joyce Beck (Treasurer), Judy Mehringer (Secretary), Sr Renee Cunningham, Angie Anderson, Clara Mae Eckerle, Clara Fromme, Marty Herrel, Brenda Hurm, LeAnn Jochim, Barb Kendall, Ann Rasche, Jane Schaeffer, Marsha Sternberg, Lana Wessel.

If you are interested in becoming involved with the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary or becoming a volunteer, please contact Angie Anderson at 812-996-0504 or email [email protected]. Annual dues for Auxiliary membership are only $5.00 and it’s an easy way to support healthcare in your community.