Learn about a few of the benefactors who are making a difference to patients and families at St. Joseph's Medical Center.
Community Board Member Gives Rollover IRA to St. Joseph's Foundation
Occeletta Briggs has been an activist for many years, bringing health care to people with limited access. The former Director of Nursing at San Joaquin General Hospital has been a member of St. Joseph's Community Board since 2003.
"I became involved with the Foundation because I am involved in nursing," she states. "For several years, I had been a donor and attended a variety of hospital-related events."
Occeletta feels that most people do not realize what valuable resources St. Joseph's provides for the community, especially to those with limited or no access to health care, including free flu shots, various health screenings and sponsorship of important community events.
"I became educated that there are a myriad of ways to give at a higher level. I decided to roll over a portion of my IRA because I felt it was a simple way to give to St. Joseph's," adds Ms. Briggs. "I wanted to contribute at a greater level because I realize that St. Joseph's doesn't just contribute resources; they are a presence in the community in so many ways. They look for ways to help, which is amazing in today's world."
To learn how to roll over your IRA please contact Kristina Knudsen at (209) 467-6347.
Generous Grant Received From Bank of America Charitable Foundation
Bank of America Charitable Foundation represents the first corporate commitment to the Capital Campaign. Their show of support is an important signal to the rest of the business community that St. Joseph's new Patient Pavilion is a worthy cause.
“We are ecstatic with the great news,” said Donald J. Wiley, President, St. Joseph’s Foundation. “This demonstrates that there are organizations out there that believe that what we're doing is vital to the health of this community. Despite the economic challenges facing us today, Bank of America’s support of this campaign is evidence of its commitment to Stockton and the Central Valley.”
“Bank of America has a long-standing tradition of investing in the communities it serves,” said David Yonan, Stockton Market President for Bank of America. “The Bank of America Charitable Foundation supports institutions that are anchors in the community providing vital services and economic stability. Our early support of St. Joseph’s new Patient Pavilion will help bring the newest health care services and technologies to this growing region.”
To read The Record article about Bank of America's donation and St. Joseph's Capital Campaign, click here (PDF).
For more information on the Capital Campaign please contact Kristina Knudsen at (209) 467-6347.
