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donor | Mercy Health – Youngstown, OH

Meet Dr. Melinda Smith

Dr. Melinda Smith was raised to give back, and that belief led her to become a lead donor for Respite of Hope. The program provides patients who are homeless or medically fragile with a stable, home-like environment to heal after hospitalization, offering not just care but dignity and compassion during one of the most vulnerable times in their lives.

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impact | Mercy Health – Youngstown, OH

Nadine’s Story

When Nadine Mashburn connected with Resource Mothers, she found more than practical help. Your gift supports monthly visits that bring supplies, health education and encouragement to young families. Nadine also attends Fresh Start Cooking classes, where families learn nutrition skills and leave with meals, fresh produce and books for their children.

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donor | Mercy Health – Toledo, OH

Meet the Pisano’s

Though Michael and Stephanie Pisano no longer live in Toledo, the community that shaped them still holds a special place in their hearts. Their gifts to the Healthy Connections program help families access parental education and connections to housing, food and transportation, because they believe steady support early on helps whole neighborhoods thrive.

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impact | Mercy Health – Toledo, OH

Braden’s Story

Your gift to the St. Luke's Legacy Fund at Mercy Health Foundation Greater Toledo helped purchase two Anatomage virtual dissection tables for Maumee High School. These high tech devices give students an interactive, 3D look at human anatomy, sparking a new appreciation for science and inspiring some to consider careers in medicine, nursing and physical therapy.

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impact | Mercy Health – Toledo, OH

Tina’s Story

After a heart attack, Tina arrived at cardiac rehab at Mercy Health St. Charles Hospital scared and uncertain. Your gift to the Heart Care Fund supported the physical therapy and nutrition classes that helped her progress from a wheelchair to moving independently, while cutting her blood pressure medications in half.

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donor | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Meet the Estrop’s

David and Ginnie Estrop have watched Mercy Health improve access to care in their community and want to help that progress continue. Their gifts to Mercy Health Foundation Clark and Champaign Counties reflect a belief in giving back and investing in an organization that partners well and serves the community with excellence.

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impact | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Michael’s Story

After 20 years as a smoker, Michael Moore was ready to quit but needed help getting there. Your gift supports the Mercy Health REACH program, a six-week smoking cessation program that gave Michael the tools, preparation and step-by-step support to break a habit that had defined him for decades. Today, he is smoke free and grateful for your generosity.

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impact | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Meet the Moore’s

Jane and Garry Moore had lived with debilitating knee arthritis for years. A chance discovery during Garry's cancer treatment introduced them to low dose radiation therapy, available at Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center thanks to your gift. The treatment was life changing for both of them, and now they are back to living active, pain free lives.

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impact | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Kayleen’s Story

When Kayleen Wiant learned she was expecting twins, she knew she would need extra support. Your gift connected her with birth doula Alayzia Ponder through the Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center Birth Center, providing emotional encouragement, prenatal guidance and steady reassurance every step of the way, including through a C-section delivery.

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impact | Mercy Health – Paducah, KY

Meet JB Price

For J. Brandon Price Jr., giving to Mercy Health Foundation Lourdes is personal. After watching family members receive compassionate care, supporting the Greatest Needs Fund became a meaningful way to give back. JB trusts Mercy Health to direct his gifts where needed most, viewing every donation as an investment in the whole community.

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