CareGivers is the White River Health System employee giving program. Gifts to CareGivers directly benefit facilities and programs in the WRHS service area. CareGivers promotes positive and rewarding charitable giving, and encourages teamwork for continuous improvement of WRHS.
CareGivers members may choose to allocate 75% of their gift to one of the following WRHS Initiatives. The remaining 25% is allocated to the Area of Greatest Need (as determined by the WRHS Foundation Board of Trustees).
Employees may join CareGivers at any time. To join, complete and sign the CareGivers sign up form and forward to the Foundation office via inter-office mail. Printed forms are available online or from the Foundation staff, Human Resources, your Director, or the Gift Shop.
A minimum gift of one hour of your hourly wage per month and a four month commitment are required to join. You can choose to increase your gift above the minimum membership requirement by indicating the amount on your membership application. Contributions to CareGivers are managed by the WRHS Foundation, a 501(C)3 non-profit organization. All contributions are tax deductible as allowed by Internal Revenue Service regulations.
Your CareGivers payroll deductions will begin in the pay cycle following processing of your membership application. CareGivers is voluntary, and you can cancel your membership at any time after the initial four-month commitment.
In addition to the rewards of generosity, CareGivers members receive:
The Foundation regularly recognizes the generosity of donors in advertising, publications, and social media. We do not disclose the amount of CareGivers gifts. If you'd like to be an anonymous donor, please let us know.
Thank you for making a gift to the White River Health System Foundation. Your gift will be joined with others to deliver quality healthcare services and improve the health of residents in communities throughout North Central Arkansas.
White River Health System is a 501c(3) charitable organizations, and gifts to the Foundation are tax deductible as allowed by the Internal Revenue Service. An Annual Statement of Giving is mailed to all donors whose total yearly giving is $250.00 or more. Please consult your personal tax advisor for specific deduction information.
We have provided a secure, encrypted portal for online donations. You can use the form below to make a gift to WRHS Foundation.
For more information about the White River Health System Foundation and opportunities for giving, please contact Michele Wood, Executive Director of Marketing & Foundation at mwood@wrmc.com or 870-262-6033.
Under normal circumstances, the Foundation will not return previously tendered donations to a donor. In the event of unusual circumstances, the staff and Foundation Board of Trustees Executive Committee will review the matter and provide written documentation.
WRHS Foundation is governed by the Board of Trustees which oversees and guides the Foundation’s work in support of its mission and vision.
The Mission of White River Health System Foundation is to support the mission of White River Health System by connecting the generosity of a caring community with opportunities to improve lives through better healthcare.
The vision of White River Health System Foundation is to support quality healthcare for patients and families.
Life Lights is an annual holiday fundraising campaign to benefit patient care at White River Health System facilities. Gifts can be submitted as an honorarium or memorial, which is a thoughtful, unique way to honor or remember the special people in your life – a nurse, doctor, teacher, or an angel in disguise. Some honor their children, parents or grandparents, best friends or co-workers, and soldiers, or remember those we love who have passed.
2020 Life Lights contributions support 3D Mammography at White River Medical Center. Using this state-of-the-art technology, Radiologists can detect breast abnormalities at the earliest, most treatable stage. 3D mammography machines provide the highest resolution possible to detect breast abnormalities. One in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. Besides skin cancer, it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in American women.
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White River Health System, Inc. (WRHS) (DBA WRHS Foundation, Inc.) is committed to the privacy and confidentiality of personal information. WRHS recognizes that the security of your personal financial information is of great concern to you. To communicate the importance of personal privacy and confidentiality, WRHS has adopted use and disclosure policies (see "Use and Disclosure Policies"), and implemented various security measures (see "Security Measures"). Our commitment to your privacy is reinforced by our adherence to the following privacy policy.
Under NO circumstance will WRHS voluntarily disclose your personal financial information without your specific consent or as required by law.
The following paragraphs disclose WRHS's information gathering and dissemination practices for this Web site.
In order to provide you with accurate, useful and customized information, WRHS asks for the minimally necessary data which may include your name, address and email.
Any transactions performed requiring your credit card information are performed in a secure environment, and credit card information is discarded immediately upon completing the necessary transaction(s).
WRHS uses your IP address only in the event a Web server problem requires diagnosis and to administer the Web site and to count aggregate unique visits to the web site.
The WRHS site may have links to other sites that contain information WRHS believes may be helpful to you. WRHS cannot and will not be responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these other Web sites.
This site has security measures in place to protect against the loss, misuse, and alteration of your information under WRHS's control. These measures include:
Authorized Access: You must be registered to use portions of this Web site. Once you are registered, you will use a unique user ID and password to enter the site.
Authentication: WRHS uses GeoTrust to provide authentication, trust, and SSL encryption. This allows site visitors to verify WRHS with a trusted third party organization, while enabling communication with WRHS's web sites using secure, encrypted channels.
Cookies: A cookie is a piece of data containing information about the user or user session. Usage of a cookie is not in any way linked to personally identifiable information while on the WRHS site. WRHS uses a session cookie to ensure that your session remains secure by maintaining an identifier unique to your session. The session cookie self-terminates after you close your browser. Persistent cookies are only used if you choose to have your login and password information maintained for future connections. The default setting is set to not store login and password information.
Encryption: WRHS employs SSL encryption in the use of its products. We recommend the use of a browser supporting 256-bit encryption though the site will support down to 40-bit encryption.
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy statement, the practices of this Web site, or your dealings with this Web site, you can contact:
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WRHS grants you a limited license to the access and make personal use of the documents and incorporated graphics on the Site (the "Documents"). The foregoing license is subject to the following limitations: (i) the Documents may be used solely for personal information and non-commercial purposes; and (ii) the Documents may not be modified or altered in any way. Except where your use constitutes "fair use" under copyright law, you may not otherwise use, download, upload, copy, print, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, post, transmit or distribute any information from the Site in whole or in part without the express authorization of WRHS.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password and for restricting access to your computer, and are fully responsible for all activities that occur under your password or account. You agree to immediately notify WRHS of any unauthorized use of your password or account or any other breach of security. WRHS cannot and will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with this provision.
You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit for any commercial purposes, any portion of the Site, use of the Site or access to the Site.
The site is provided by WRHS on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. WRHS makes no representations and warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of the site or the information, content, materials, or products included on the site. You expressly agree that your use of the site is at your SOLE RISK.
To the full extent permissible by applicable law, WRHS disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. WRHS DOES NOT WARRANT that the site, its servers, or e-mail sent from WRHS are free of viruses or other harmful components. WRHS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM THE USE OF THE SITE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Certain state laws do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. Some or all of the above disclaimers, exclusions, or limitations may not apply to you, and you might have additional rights.
You agree to indemnify and hold us and our subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, agents, and employees, harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorney's fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your breach of this agreement, or your violation of any law or the rights of any third party.
Since 1995, the White River Health System Foundation Scholarship Program has helped deserving employees pursue a nursing education. Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships to employees studying to become a Registered Nurse (RN) or pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN). These scholarships reward initiative and remove financial barriers for employees seeking career advancement. We are committed to supporting education and professional development of those who devote their careers to saving lives and improving the lives of others through nursing.
WRHS Foundation Scholarships are available to current employees of White River Health System. All applications must be complete with all applicable official transcripts included to be considered by the Scholarship Committee. For more information and to request an application, contact Michele Wood, Executive Director, Marketing & Foundation (870) 262-6033.
We gratefully acknowledge our donors, whose contributions make the Scholarship Program possible. Scholarships available through the Foundation include:
The Bonnie J. Bernard Memorial Scholarship was established by Dick and the late Bonnie Bernard in 1996. Bonnie worked as an RN at White River Medical Center from 1986 until her death in 2004. The Bernard’s established the scholarship because, as a nurse, Bonnie worked with many qualified and motivated nurses who were unable to advance their career due to financial issues and family commitments. For 25 years, the Bonnie J. Bernard Memorial Scholarship has provided LPNs a chance to grow professionally and personally in their careers.
This scholarship was established in 2005 in memory of Lela Honkonen to help employees seeking career advancement in nursing.
Established in 2016, the scholarship honors the life and work of Pat McClain, RN. Pat worked as a Registered Nurse at White River Medical Center and as an Occupational Health Nurse at FutureFuel Chemical Company (formerly Arkansas Eastman). Pat had a great heart for serving others. The scholarship was established to honor her work and create a legacy to benefit others entering the field of nursing.
Amy and the late Carl Shaver established the Carl and Amy Shaver Scholarship in 2007. Mr. and Mrs. Shaver generously gave their time to White River Health System (WRHS) as active members of the White River Medical Center Auxiliary. Carl served as a member of the WRHS Board of Directors, and Amy served as a member of the WRHS Foundation Board of Trustees. WRHS employees pursuing an Associate of Arts-Nursing or a Bachelor of Science-Nursing are encouraged to apply.
This Scholarship is funded by the WRMC Board of Directors and given in memory of Board Members to honor their service to the organization.
The WRHS Foundation Scholarship rewards initiative and removes financial barriers for employees seeking career advancement. The Foundation is committed to supporting the education and professional development of those who devote their careers to improving the lives of others through healthcare.
Donate now to make a gift to the Foundation's Scholarship fund. To establish a scholarship through the Foundation, contact the Foundation at (870) 262-6033.
The WRHS Foundation Tribute program provides a way to honor or remember a special person in your life and improve the delivery of healthcare in North Central Arkansas. This year, tribute gifts support our 3D Mammography campaign. Using this state-of-the-art imaging technology, Radiologists can detect breast abnormalities at the earliest, most treatable stage.
The Foundation acknowledges each tribute gift with a card sent to the honoree or their family. The names of those being honored or remembered are also publicly acknowledged through special advertising, social media, and the WRHS website.
Contributions to Foundation are tax deductible under IRS guidelines.
White River Health System Foundation gratefully acknowledges the previous gifts to the Mother's Day Tribute Campaign. Campaign proceeds benefit the White River Medical Center Cribs for Kids Program.
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White River Health System (WRHS) Foundation supports the healthcare mission of WRHS through charitable giving and fundraising events. Our mission is to connect the generosity of a caring community with opportunities to improve lives through better healthcare.
We support many needs and programs at WRHS and within our communities. Examples of the impact of WRHS Foundation include:
There are several ways to be involved with WRHS Foundation. Support a fundraising event, make a recurring gift, or include WRHS Foundation as part of your planned giving--you can give back in the way that works best for you. Employees have the opportunity to join the CareGivers Employee Giving Program or shop the Company Store to support the Employee Emergency Fund. We also partner with local businesses and organizations for charitable giving and event sponsorships.
Contact us at 870-262-6033 or mwood@wrmc.com to find out how you can be involved with WRHS Foundation.
WRHS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by the Internal Revenue Service. An Annual Statement of Giving is mailed to all donors whose total yearly giving is $250.00 or more. Please contact your personal tax advisor for specific information.
Donors share their reasons for giving to WRHS Foundation in our regular Why I Give feature.
“Everyone deserves access to quality healthcare where they live and work,” Mr. Bernard says, “WRHS is an essential part of our vibrant community and region.”
Mr. Bernard is passionate about helping WRHS and its employees. “Addressing needs as they come up is essential for progress,” he explains, “new equipment, construction projects, or scholarships--every cause matters.”
“We want to have the best providers, the best equipment, and the best facilities for our patients,” says Mr. Bernard, “giving to the WRHS Foundation improves our hospital and builds a stronger community.”
“I feel strongly about the importance of having a thriving hospital in our community,” says Crawford. As President of Trust Services at Citizens Bank, Crawford has seen firsthand the lasting impact of philanthropy.
Ensuring access to healthcare is one reason for giving. “It's also about strengthening outreach and expanding what WRHS can do,” he explains, “emergency services, labor and delivery, 3D mammography, cancer treatment—it all makes a difference to those in our community who need it.”
Randy Reichardt Insurance Agency provided lunch for all White River Medical Center Staff working on New Year’s Day. Pictured are: Gary Paxson (middle), President & CEO of White River Health System (WRHS); Jody Smotherman (right), WRHS Chief Strategy Officer, Michele Wood (far right), Executive Director of Marketing and Foundation, and Michelle (left) and Randy (far left) Reichardt.
WRHS is so appreciative all the community support during these trying times for healthcare workers. If you or your organization would like to help, call (870) 262-6033.