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GIVING TO NEW MILFORD HOSPITAL
At many hospitals, growth is measured by square footage. New Milford Hospital's recent growth has come from another direction-most notably the rising quality of our staff and the steady increase in advanced medical services that are saving and improving lives in our community.
We have been able to attract physicians of national renown who elevate the range and quality of our care. We have also upgraded our technology to a level far above what is expected for a hospital of our size. Our recent introduction of life-saving emergency angioplasty for heart attack is but one example.
Introducing the New Milford Hospital Medical Pioneers. Because a significant portion of our upcoming Annual Giving Campaign will help continue this momentum, we have launched an exciting new program: a special annual giving society for donors of $1,000 or more. Called the New Milford Hospital Medical Pioneers, it provides a number of opportunities to recognize your gift and to increase your involvement in hospital programs and events.
Our Medical Pioneers Society recognizes giving at different levels, each of which is named for an historical pioneer in medical progress. By helping us build on the strides we've already made, you too are a contributor to medical progress and your support deserves recognition.
We need pioneers here at NMH to help us continue to strengthen our facilities, technology and service in our service area. Click here to learn more about the New Milford Hospital Medical Pioneers.
Our 2007 Annual Giving Campaign officially got underway October 1st, marking the beginning of our new fiscal year. If you are already a Medical Pioneer, click here to view your name on the website.
If you not already given but wish to make your contribution now, click here to donate to NMH and become a Medical Pioneer.
Thank you again for your participation in the NMH Medical Pioneers Society. Your continued support is helping your community hospital thrive.
Introducing the New Milford Hospital Philanthropy Alliance
New Milford is lucky to have something that most small town areas don’t have – an excellent community hospital that’s close to home.
Much of our growth has been made possible by community involvement. Gifts to the Hospital have made a huge difference for us. In turn, they’ve allowed us to make a big difference to you.
When a community pulls together it can create a powerful result. It all adds up, so one goal for our 2007-08 Annual Giving Campaign is to ask as many people as possible to give whatever they can afford. With your gift or pledge of any amount, you become a founding member of the New Milford Hospital Philanthropy Alliance. The future of your community depends in part on its hospital, and you are investing in your community’s future.
Our 2007 Annual Giving Campaign officially got under way October 1, 2007, marking the beginning of our new fiscal year. If you are already a member of the Philanthropy Alliance, click here to view your name on the website.
If you have not already given but wish to make your contribution now, click here to donate to NMH and join the Philanthropy Alliance.
Who We Are, What We Do
The New Milford Hospital Foundation, established in 1984 as a separate 501 (c) (3) organization, raises funds and conducts educational programs for the benefit of New Milford Hospital and its patients. Located in a small Victorian home across the street from the hospital, our professional staff offers a variety of programs aimed at educating individuals and families in the towns we serve about our services and about the crucial role of philanthropy in maintaining and strengthening the outstanding healthcare provided by the hospital.
Philanthropy is a mainstay of the revenue that supports the hospital's goal of responding to technological advancements, capital improvements and service delivery. As a regional provider, New Milford Hospital aims to be responsive to its community members' individual and collective health status.
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Meet Our Foundation Team
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Victoria Lowrey
Executive Director, New Milford Hospital Foundation, and Chief Development Officer, New Milford Hospital
Vicki has leadership responsibility for the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising program which supports the strategic direction of the Hospital and secures its financial future. She designs and directs the activities of the Foundation, staffs the work of the Foundation’s Board of Directors, and manages relationships between the Hospital and its donors. To contact Vicki, call (860) 350-7345 or email her at lowreyv@newmilfhosp.org.
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Patricia Hargadon
Foundation Administrator
Patricia handles administrative functions of the foundation, including budgetary and financial planning matters. She also serves as executive assistant to the executive director. To contact Patricia, call (860) 350-7345 or email her at hargadonp@newmilfhosp.org.
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Deborah Palmer
Manager of Development Information Systems
Deb provides management of the Foundation's database, handles gift processing, and conducts prospect research. To contact Deb, call (860) 350-7345 or email her at palmerd@newmilfhosp.org.
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EXAMPLES OF PROJECTS FUNDED BY CAPITAL GIFTS
One Day Surgery Center
New Milford Hospital's One Day Surgery Unit opened it doors in 2002. Through the efforts of more than forty surgeons as well as countless nurses and support staff, nearly 3,000 surgical procedures are performed each year. Our convenient One Day Surgery program offers many specialties that may be performed without the need for an overnight stay. They include general and vascular surgery; orthopedic and spinal surgery; ophthalmology; urology; gynecology; endoscopy; ear, nose and throat; dental; cosmetic surgery; radiology and podiatry.
Interfaith Chapel
In the fall of 2002, the New Milford Hospital dedicated a new Interfaith Chapel. The chapel is located on the main floor for the benefit of the community and is a wonderful place for people of all faiths who seek comfort, inspiration, or a quiet place for prayer and meditation. A special sound system offers visitors a selection of music, including The Songs of Solomon, Jewish Sacred Music from the 17th Century Italy, produced by Gabe Wiener, a Japanese Tea Ceremony composition and various classical selections.
It is only through the generosity of caring individuals that the hospital can continue the tradition of healing that defines our abiding mission.
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