Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital Foundation

Community granting program: the Foundation made investments that address significant health needs of local communities. It partnered with and provided funding to local organizations that are leading the way to build healthier communities. Each year, the emphasis is on programs and projects that focus on education, prevention programs, awareness efforts, wellness opportunities and direct care in the following areas - mental health, alcohol and drugs abuse, access to healthcare, food insecurities and obesity and healthy behaviors. These five funding priorities address significant health needs identified in the community health needs assessment, published triennially by Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital.

Support for health programs and Hospital departments: the Foundation provided support for Hospital strategic advancements and current needs that supported the communities in butler county, Ohio, franklin county, Indiana, preble county, Ohio, union county, Indiana and other nearby communities served by the Hospital. During the year, the Foundation focused on providing Hospital department support (surgery, respiratory, laboratory, inpatient care, imaging, cardiac, oncology, pharmacy, physical therapy and obstetrics), employee assistance support, program support (e.g. Oxford free clinic), patient support (medical gap funding, temporary assistance and emergency funding) and Hospital capital projects (facility renovations, equipment purchases and clinical innovation).

Support for development and community engagement activities to support the Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital: the Foundation represents the interests of the communities served by Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital and serves as a conduit between community members and donors and the Hospital as it relates to philanthropy and engagement. The efforts of the Foundation over the years has produced an Endowment of $18.9 million, with $14.9 million unrestricted and $4.0 million designated.

Support for educational needs: the Foundation funded academic scholarships and continuing education for employees of Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital. The educational support from the Foundation focused on general academic advancement (bachelor's degrees, master's degree and doctorates related to healthcare, healthcare administration or other related fields of study), certifications (registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, technicians and other position-specific certifications) and continuing education opportunities (specialized training, seminars, trainings and conferences).