Mercy University Hospital Foundation

Established in 2007 the Foundations purpose is to support advancements and innovation in the treatment and care of patients at Mercy University Hospital. It does so in line with its values and in a person centered way.

Mercy University Hospital Foundation exists for the purpose of 'promoting and supporting, by the provision of facilities, equipment, personnel and otherwise, the general improvement of the treatment, care and welfare of patients at the Mercy University Hospital and to undertake new fundraising initiatives for the Hospital and to coordinate all fundraising activities being carried out for and on behalf of the Hospital.

In otherwords, our Purpose or our 'Why' is Our Purpose is 'Helping Mercy University Hospital Deliver Exceptional Patient Care'.

The Foundation engages with people who wish to support the Hospital, ensuring that their donations truly make a difference to the lives of the circa 120,000 patients of all ages that attend The Mercy University Hospital every year.

On a day to day basis, our Board, our Executive and our volunteers are guided by our Guiding Principles, our 'Ways'

• Integrity 
• Working Together
• Open-Mindedness
• Kindness 
• Optimism 

In order to achieve our purpose, we have identified two key strategic objectives:

1) Building a sustainable financial base
2) Maintaining Stewardship over use of Foundation Funds

In the longer term, our healthcare world is changing dramatically, and we are becoming more proactive about identifying ways to
contribute to the health and well-being of those who live in the community we serve. We are also conscious of the role that the Foundation
can play in the future by supporting the hospital as it develops and grows to meet the needs of our community.