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Power of Pink Event Supports Crosson Cancer Institute
Thank you to our friends at BMW of Buena Park and AutoNation for once again supporting Providence St. Jude Medical Center through their DRVPNK Across America Day and Power of Pink Event, which raised $50,000 towards supporting our Crosson Cancer Institute!
For the past three years, Providence St. Jude has been the beneficiary of their generous contributions, bringing their cumulative total to over $100,000. In addition, the dealership assembled “Totes for Hope” comfort bags filled with blankets, socks and messages of encouragement to deliver to patients at the Crosson Cancer Institute.
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Investing In The Future
A prolific philanthropist, Richard’s gratitude made him a loyal supporter of Providence St. Jude Medical Center for the past 25…
Philanthropy Powers Progress
At Providence St. Jude Medical Center, we’re proud to partner with our donors to provide our community with access to…
Expanding Access To Care
Thanks to donor support, Providence St. Jude Medical Center is preparing for the opening of Finamore Place Health Center.
Welcome, Our Newest Board Members
Providence St. Jude Memorial Foundation welcomed four new members to its Foundation Board of Directors this year.
New Endowed Chairs Appointed In Neurosciences
Providence St. Jude Memorial Foundation celebrated the installation of its new endowed chairs at the inaugural investiture ceremony on January…
Our Most Treasured Society
The Sister Jane Frances Legacy Society honors individuals who have made legacy gifts in their estate plans to benefit Providence…
Every Cent Counts | Summer 2024
Thank you to our loyal community of supporters who have gone above and beyond in honor of Providence St. Jude…
Every Cent Counts Winter 2023
Thank you to our loyal community of supporters who have gone above and beyond in honor of Providence St. Jude…
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Navigating the Cancer Journey
When Jane was diagnosed with breast cancer, Nurse Navigator Angela Acevedo became her advocate, guide and support -- from the initial meeting with the oncologist to the final chemotherapist treatment. I will never forget all the ways Angela helped me through a very difficult time in my life,” reflects Jane.
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Minutes that make a difference
Michael Lora woke up not knowing he would be fighting for his life later that day. Within hours he was being transported to St. Joseph Hospital Emergency Care Center. He was immediately met by a team of nurses and doctors, including Dr. Peter Smethurst who recommended antibiotics which ended up saving his life.
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The heart of the matter
“I was a ticking time bomb. A heart attack waiting to happen.” Carrol was informed she needed immediate bypass surgery, but a rare genetic disorder would make it unsafe to perform. That’s when St. Joseph Hospital came through with a new, minimally invasive technique.
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A life devoted to caring
Shirley Moretti, a donor and friend, said it best. “When we focus on others, we learn about ourselves.” Giving back to others was one of her greatest joys in life — it filled her heart and inspired countless others to follow in her footsteps.
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Leaving a legacy through giving
A dedicated and compassionate caregiver at St. Joseph Hospital for decades, Melvin Schwartz and his wife demonstrated their friendship and support for the Hospital by establishing a legacy through a generous charitable planned gift.
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One of the best ever
More than 300 golfers enjoyed a day that included two 18-hole courses of golf and raised more than $405,000 in support of the St. Joseph Hospital’s Cardiovascular Program.
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A record-breaking event
Supported by Marsha Moeller and presented by Centaurus Financial, Inc. and The Gooding-Barry and Immell Families, Celebration 2019 raised a record-breaking $676,000 for the Nursing Center of Excellence while celebrating 90 years of healing at St. Joseph Hospital.
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A prolific philanthropist, Richard’s gratitude made him a loyal supporter of Providence St. Jude Medical Center for the past 25 years.
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