About the Foundation

           

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The Winter Haven Hospital Foundation is a Not-for-Profit organization governed by a volunteer board of trustees made up of regional civic and business leaders who serve without pay or compensation. The foundation provides philanthropic support to Winter Haven Hospital, the Regency Medical Center, and the many other services our not for profit organization offers to the communities we serve. Foundation funds support state-of-the art medical care, cutting-edge technology and equipment, top quality education, and the best and brightest personnel. Contributions to the Foundation reach far beyond our walls. Gifts to the Foundation touch every facet of our community by facilitating outreach programs, support groups, charity care, and health fairs. 

Over the years, community philanthropy has played a significant and critical role in Winter Haven Hospital’s growth and success. With generous investments from our community our organization established the Bostick Heart Center, the Mary Adams Strang Center for Psychiatry, and the Joy-Fuller Rehab Center (the first nationally accredited comprehensive physical rehab center in Polk County). Recently, a landmark gift has been received to help launch Winter Haven Hospital’s new Cassidy Cancer Center.

The Foundation raises Funds through several mechanisms including Winter Haven Hospital’s Annual Fund for our patients, a major gifts program, leadership campaigns, planned giving, and special events. Every contribution no matter how large or small helps make our vital services possible. Because of our life giving mission at Winter Haven Hospital, the foundation offers donors tangible results for their tax deductible investment. As you browse our website, we hope to illustrate a sample of what the Foundation is doing every day to help improve the lives of our patients, staff, physicians, and community.

Contact Us:

Winter Haven Hospital Foundation
200 Avenue F. Northeast
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-6732

Joel Thomas
VP Development

Melinda Polston
Executive Secretary

Christina Fitzsimons
Director of Development, Marketing, and PR