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‘Beyond the call of duty’

When Scott Howell brought his wife, Barbara, for shortness of breath, he didn’t know he was getting ready to make a friend for life.

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Foundation and Panera Bread celebrate donation at new Winston-Salem restaurant

To celebrate funds raised by local Panera Bread restaurants on behalf of Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Foundation, representatives from both organizations and local Triad community leaders gathered on Tuesday, March 20 for a ribbon-cutting and check presentation at the newly-opened Panera Bread location at Hanes Square Shop Circle in Winston-Salem. The funds were raised last month when local Panera Bread customers were able to … Continue reading Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Foundation and Panera Bread celebrate donation at new Winston-Salem restaurant »

The Barometer of Medical Care

Submitted by Peninsula neighbor, David Goodman “The calling to pay forward the good fortune I received when my life was saved was an epiphany to lead by example. It became abundantly clear to me that my characterization of giving back is blending intellectual, emotional, spiritual components and frequently financial support.” During a black-tie gala in 2014, David Goodman began to feel serious discomfort in his … Continue reading The Barometer of Medical Care »

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation receives $75,000 grant from Colon Cancer Coalition

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation has been awarded a $75,000 grant from Colon Cancer Coalition with funds raised through the 2017 Get Your Rear in Gear® event held in Charlotte during March, which is colon cancer awareness month. The funding will be used for colonoscopy screenings, patient living expenses, and colon cancer rehabilitation and wellness services for Novant Health uninsured or underinsured colorectal cancer … Continue reading Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Foundation receives $75,000 grant from Colon Cancer Coalition »

Cowgirls with a Cause raise more than $25,000 for mammograms

Recognizing the importance of mammograms for early detection of breast cancer, Roy and Shirley Burgess founded Cowgirls with a Cause in 2005 in memory of Roy’s late wife, Deborah. Since its founding, the cowgirls have received tremendous support from sponsors in the western lifestyle industry, corporations and individuals who have been touched by breast cancer. This year’s Cowgirls with a Cause was held November 17 … Continue reading Cowgirls with a Cause raise more than $25,000 for mammograms »

Together we pledged to give more than $1.4 million through Giving. Serving. Together.

In September and October, all Novant Health team members were invited to participate in our corporate-wide team member giving campaign, Giving. Serving. Together. Because of their generosity, we collectively pledged $1,443,683.16 to local nonprofit community partners and Novant Health regional foundations. By donating 28 percent more than we did last year, this year marks our most successful Giving. Serving. Together. campaign ever. Our team member’s contributions … Continue reading Together we pledged to give more than $1.4 million through Giving. Serving. Together. »

Rowan-Salisbury high schools come together for the community

SALISBURY, N.C. Nov. 15, 2017 ― Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation partnered with Rowan-Salisbury area high schools to host the second annual King of the Court, a junior and senior all-male volleyball fundraiser. Together, the six area high schools raised over $5,500. All proceeds will be donated to the hospital foundation in support of its breast health fund which covers the cost of mammograms, … Continue reading Rowan-Salisbury high schools come together for the community »