Dr. Thomas Chirichella
Why I Give: To help our community move forward For Dr. Thomas Chirichella, supporting the Memorial Golf Outing is about bringing people together. Through his involvement and experience hosting the event, he aims to inspire others to get involved and expand the impact of local philanthropy. “At the end of the day, it’s for a…
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You made it possible for Justin to realize a lifelong dream Justin Pfaff has Asperger’s syndrome. He has experienced expressive aphasia and mild obsessive compulsive disorder since he was five years old. Individuals with Asperger’s can lead successful, independent lives, but it takes support. You have supported Justin in his quest to fulfil his lifelong…
Read MoreMeet Sheila Rice Henry
Why I Give: Giving is a way of life For Sheila Rice Henry, life is about giving. She chose this path as a young woman who could not imagine all that life would bring her way. She remembers seeing a sign on Water Street in Springfield that said “Philanthropist: lover of mankind.” “I saw that…
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Your gift gave Kathy a lift Severe depression is a debilitating condition that can bring a patient’s life to a standstill. For Kathy, it confined her to her home for four months. You helped her emerge triumphant. “I was very depressed,” Kathy recalls. “At times I was almost catatonic.” Your gift to the Bon Secours…
Read MoreMeet Charlie Fairchild
Why I Give: To open doors to health in our community Charlie Fairchild has many reasons for giving to Bon Secours Hampton Roads Foundation. Chief among them is her belief in a ministry of healing. “Health care at its core is about compassion, dignity and service,” she says. “It means investing in a system that…
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Our doctors and nurses are at their best, thanks to you Health care providers are human like the rest of us. They too suffer from fatigue, stress and anxiety. Gifts to the Dr. H. Earle Russell Physician and Associate Wellness Fund is combating just that. Instead of solely delivering care, doctors and nurses are receiving…
Read MoreMeet Zachary Goodman
Why I Give: To support dignity, healing and hope For Rabbi Zachary Goodman, giving to the Mercy Health Foundation is a natural expression of his Jewish faith. He sees compassion and a shared lived experience in acts of philanthropy. “Caring for one another — especially in moments of vulnerability — is sacred work,” he says.…
Read MoreWhen a heart stops, there’s no time to wait
Giving Opportunity Will you help someone in a medical crisis? Emergencies don’t wait… It could be a neighbor. A parent. A child. Your donation ensures the best medical care is ready for those who need it most Gifts to your local Mercy Health Foundation can mean the difference between survival and loss during a medical emergency. …
Read MoreWhen a heart stops, there’s no time to wait
Giving Opportunity Will you help someone in a medical crisis? Emergencies don’t wait… It could be a neighbor. A parent. A child. Your donation ensures the best medical care is ready for those who need it most Gifts to your local Bon Secours Foundation can mean the difference between survival and loss during a medical emergency. …
Read MoreAnnual Fund Drive
Giving Opportunity Will you help someone in a medical crisis? Support the Annual Fund Drive Help more people get the best care possible during a medical crisis. Donate Because you could need help at any time… Your donation supports strong health care close to home You never expect a medical crisis to strike. Everything feels…
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