Giving

Your Impact

CAUSES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

STORIES

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You Make a Difference

When you donate to a cause or program that is near and dear to you, you can be confident that your gift has an impact which changes and saves lives. The stories of people who have directly benefitted from our donors' generosity represent just a few of many individuals who have received better health care close to home, thanks to donors like you.

Your gift to Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley can be directed to a specific program, facility or community outreach service for more direct impact, ensuring everyone has access to the specialized medical care and resources they need. You can even make your gift in honor of a doctor, nurse or caregiver to express your gratitude, or in memory of a loved one who has passed.

Causes

Cancer
Each person fighting cancer needs the best care possible. Your gift ensures the latest advancements, treatments and support resources are available at Mercy Health.
Care for Those in Need
Mercy Health provides care to anyone seeking our services, regardless of their ability to pay. Supporting programs that assist those in need help the most vulnerable people in our community access resources for their good health.
Community Health and Wellness
With your help, a variety of outreach programs like health screenings and wellness education give people access to services and support to live healthier lives.
Education
Gifts for Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley's scholarship fund helps students complete their education and ensures high quality health care that makes our community a better, healthier place to live.
Facilities & Improvements
A well-designed, pleasing environment makes a difference in your experience as a patient. Your gift keeps our three hospitals, physician offices and other facilities fresh and updated.
Greatest Need
When you give to where the need is greatest, you make vital funding available for the evolving needs of patients and our communities in the Mahoning Valley. And that means better health care for you, your loved ones and neighbors.
Heart Care
Your gift ensures Mercy Health has the technology and expertise to help people prevent heart and vascular disease or to get a diagnosis and treatment for their condition.
Hospice
Our hospice and palliative care services bring comfort and emotional and spiritual support for people facing the end of their life's journey. Thanks to donors like you, Hospice of the Valley patients have options to receive care in their homes or at the hospice house.

Stories

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Meet Jean Hodge

A bad fall forced Jean to retire early, creating financial woes. But thanks to your support, the Kikel Mobile Dental Clinic came to her rescue during a dental emergency.

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Linda McGovern’s Story

Because of donors like you who support hospice services, Linda’s mother’s final days were well lived.

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Michael Munson’s Story

Thanks to you, Michael was able to get clean with the help of the Peer Recovery Program at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital.

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Meet Gail Halstead

Because you support community outreach programs, Gail's spicing up her retirement years and staying social with healthy cooking classes.

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Meet Rosalie Wilkins

Rosalie loves exercising with friends to stay fit in her older age. Thanks to donors, she has fun at Stepping Out, our fitness program made free and accessible to Youngstown and Mahoning Valley residents.

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Pecola Hunter’s Story

Without the Prescription Assistance Program made possible by donors, Pecola could not afford the insulin she needs to manage her diabetes and stay active.

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Meet Flight Clinkscale

Your donations help fund our Fatherhood Support program, which mentors, educates and supports new dads like Flight.

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Meet Bethany Porter

Bethany grew up around substance abuse. After 13 years of her own addiction, she needed help. Mercy Health's Peer Recovery Program saved her life and the life of her unborn child.

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Meet Sandy & John

After 60 years of marriage, Sandy and John had the perfect farewell. Sandy credits you, our donors, and Hospice of the Valley for that.

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Louie Free’s Story

Louie spent years hiding the sight of his teeth due to a lack of dental care. But our donor-supported Mercy Health Dental Clinic was able to rescue his smile.