About the Auxiliary
Formed in 1958, the mission of the Auxiliary is to assist the medical center in promoting the health and welfare of our community and the surrounding area. Hendrick volunteers make up the membership of the Auxiliary.
During the year, in addition to volunteers who are seen working throughout the center, the Hendrick Medical Center Auxiliary participates in special events and activities:
- Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
- Hospice “Light Up a Life” tree
- Holiday decorations
- Receptions for graduates of Hendrick affiliated schools
- Luncheons and general meetings
- Fundraisers
Financial Contributions
- Pledge of $1 million toward the construction of the new Hospice Center
- $100,000 pledge toward renovation of the new League House
- Pledge of $1 million toward construction of Waters Trauma Center
- Medical equipment for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Trauma Center and CCU
- Gift of $800,000 toward the construction of Auxiliary Conference Center
- Annual contribution of $30,000 to CMN
- Gift of $20,000 toward the construction of the Hendrick League House
- Gift of $125,000 for the Hendrick Center for Rehabilitation
- Annual contribution of $30,000 to the Hendrick Friendship House
- Pledge of $1 million to Project 2010
- Annual contribution of $1000 to the Hendrick Bible Ministry
Funds are made available through:
- Profits from The Gift Shop at Hendrick
- Special fundraisers including jewelry, perfume, books and scrubs
- Profits from the First Perk Coffee Café