Published: Synapse 2015, Vol 1
The Women's Auxiliary to The Chester County Hospital presents the hospital's Foundation with a donation check annually. In 2014, the Auxiliary contributed $689,623, and they hope to exceed that amount in 2015. Through 10 branches of the Auxiliary, 400 women volunteer 12,500 hours to manage 26 fundraising events. The Auxiliary's support is remarkable, and it touches all areas of the hospital. Recently, the Auxiliary helped purchase Tomosynthesis (3D mammography) equipment, contributed to the furnishings for the new Mother and Baby Pavilion, and assisted with the funding of the Emergency Department redesign. On an ongoing basis, the women also support nursing education, the prenatal clinic, women and children's heath, the Cancer Program, and Neighborhood Health's hospice services. As incredible as the size and scope of the Auxiliary's support is, it's even more amazing that all these great accomplishments start with just $15.
Each year, every volunteer pays $15 to be a member of the Auxiliary. More than just a membership fee, it's a symbol of the member's commitment to care for the health of our friends and neighbors. It's the beginning of the Auxiliary's philanthropic efforts for the year, and for the rest of our community, it's a wonderful example of being dedicated to an important cause.
We often say that we are a fortunate hospital because the community we support is so extraordinary. These 400 Auxilians support the hospital with 100% participation, giving their time, talent and treasure. If each person whose life has benefitted from the care received at Chester County Hospital found a way to contribute, imagine what we could accomplish together!
The Women's Auxiliary invites you to follow the example of its members. We invite everyone to help us build access to the highest quality health care in our community as a volunteer, as a donor, and as a critical member of the hospital family. If you have not supported the hospital in the past, $15 is a great place to start.
By Louise Milewski,
President The Women's Auxiliary to The Chester County Hospital