MCH Foundation
Fundraising at Madera Community Hospital (MCH)
MCH Foundation Raises Funds to Support the Hospital
The MCH Foundation was formed in 1978 as a fundraising arm of Madera Community Hospital. The
Foundation Board is made up of 25 volunteer community members. Since its inception, over
$2,000,000 has been raised to purchase medical equipment for the hospital. Most recent
purchases include:
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2009
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$110,000 to purchase medical equipment for the MCH Rehabilitation Center
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2008
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$240,000 to purchase medical equipment
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2006
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$200,000 to purchase CT Scanner
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2003
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$220,000 to purchase new x-ray equipment
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2000
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$230,000 Ten Cardiac Monitoring Units For the new Intensive Care Unit. This
system monitors the patient's heart rhythm, respiratory rate, blood pressure
and oxygen saturation.
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1998
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$4,000 Educational Supplies Medical Equipment and supplies for the ROP
Pre-Nursing Course at Madera High School.
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1995
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$70,000 State of the Art Hospital Beds
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$45,000 Surgery Room Furnishings for new Outpatient Surgery Center
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$50,000 Defibrillators - restart and stabilize heart rhythms
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1993
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$100,000 Telemetry Unit Monitors 16 patients' heart rhythms
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How does the Foundation earn money for the Hospital?
Each year the Foundation hosts several fundraising events as well as ongoing projects.
To purchase tickets for any event or to request more information call the MCH Foundation
office, 675-5503.
Vine of Life
Located in the lobby of the hospital, the Vine of Life is a visible display of the giving of
life. All memorials and general contributions to the MCH Foundation automatically apply to the
Vine of Life memorial project. Each donor’s name will be inscribed on a brass plate and
displayed on the Vine of Life. This memorial reflects Madera Community Hospital’s dedication
to life through a commitment to provide both quality and compassionate health care.
Room Sponsorship
When the hospital was opened in 1971, each room was sponsored by an individual or company. The
cost to sponsor a patient room was $6,000. We are now seeking new sponsors, as well as renewing
room sponsors, to invest $6,000 to remodel each room. Sponsors are recognized with a door
plaque. This ongoing project began several years ago and we would like to thank all those who
have become room sponsors.
Annual Fund
At the end of each year a request for support through our Annual Fund Drive goes out to our
mailing list. Because of generous donations the Foundation has been able to make major
contributions to Madera Community Hospital. These donations are much appreciated.
MCH Employee Payroll Deduction
Hospital employees contribute to the Foundation through payroll deduction. Last year employees
donated over $6,000 to help purchase medical equipment and $4,500 for nursing scholarships.
How Can I Help?
The Madera community can help raise funds by attending MCH Foundation events, making a donation
either in memory of a loved one or honoring a loved one, or by volunteering your time either as
a hospital volunteer or as a member of the hospital foundation. For more information call the
MCH Foundation office at 675-5503.