Give for Good Scholarship Program Awards $23,000 to 41 Students in 2026
41 associate dependents across the Mercy Health Springfield and Urbana markets receive scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year. The spirit of generosity and support for education continues to shine through the Give for Good Scholarship program. This year, scholarships were awarded to 41 associate dependents, totaling $23,000 in educational assistance for the 2026-2027 academic year. The selection…
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 support of acute rehab is making dreams come true Chris Kusmierczyk is a physical therapist at Mercy Health — Springfield Regional Medical Center. He knows rehab can make a big difference in patient lives. Your gift helps him get people back to their lives after an injury or illness thanks to the new Acute…
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Garry and Jane are pain-free, thanks to you Jane and Garry Moore are no strangers to pain. Both had suffered from debilitating arthritis in their knees for years. Thanks to your gift, they are both back to living active lives free from agony. “Even simple things like walking and going up and down steps was…
Read MoreWhen a heart stops, there’s no time to wait
Giving Opportunity Will you help someone in a medical crisis? Support Lifesaving Care When a heart stops, there’s no time to wait – help more people in Clark & Champaign Counties today. Donate Emergencies don’t wait… It could be a neighbor. A parent. A child. Your donation ensures the best medical care is ready for…
Read More5 easy ways to leave a legacy that saves lives
GIFT PLANNING 5 easy ways to leave a legacy that saves lives Give wisely, leave a legacy Discover how gift planning can maximize your impact today and after your lifetime Compare 5 gift planning strategies You may be interested in ways to maximize the impact of your generosity when supporting Mercy Health Foundation Clark &…
Read MoreJeff’s Story
Jeff sees the impact your gift makes on men’s health Far too often, men put off attending to their health until it’s too late. Thanks to your generosity, that happens less frequently in Springfield. The Men’s Health Expo brings awareness for men to pause, learn and care for their whole selves — mind, body and…
Read MoreCatherine’s Story
Catherine is healed physically and emotionally thanks to you After a fall left Catherine Weeks with a broken neck, she faced a difficult and uncertain future. Her injury required surgery to stabilize her neck followed by hospitalization. After a few weeks she was transferred to the swing bed unit at Mercy Health — Urbana Hospital…
Read MoreMeet Ray Branstiter
Why I Give: My community is how I fulfill my ministry As chaplain at Mercy Health Urbana Hospital, and pastor at Messiah Lutheran Church, Ray Branstiter knows the importance of giving. He gives to others as part of his mission. And, he gives to provide quality health care to his community. “We are instructed by…
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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