Stronger Together campaign
Together, we did it.
The Stronger Together campaign represents a historic moment for PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center — and for Whatcom County. Made possible by the extraordinary generosity of our community, this milestone reflects what can happen when we come together in support of exceptional care for our families, friends and neighbors.
While the campaign has reached its goal, its impact is just beginning. The future of care is already taking shape — powered by philanthropy and carried forward by all of us.
Learn how your generosity is making an impact
Through the Stronger Together campaign, we are transforming PeaceHealth St. Joseph into a more modern, innovative and responsive place of healing — designed for the needs of today and the possibilities of tomorrow.
As construction progresses on the Peter Paulsen Pavilion, this vision is becoming a reality — one that will serve our community for generations to come.
Together, we are not only building spaces — we are strengthening health across Whatcom County and carrying that momentum forward.
Here’s how philanthropy is shaping care in our community:
Peter Paulsen Pavilion
- A new, expanded Emergency Department designed to meet growing community needs.
- Universal private rooms and flexible spaces to respond to patient volume.
- An easy-to-navigate layout that supports collaboration across care teams.
- A rooftop helipad for rapid transfers when moments matters.
- Modern, evidence-based design to support healing for patients and families.
Women and Children’s Health Services
- Expanded pediatric services so families can receive care close to home.
- A new labor and delivery department designed for our growing community.
- Thoughtful, evidence-based spaces that support the experience of welcoming a new baby.
- Dedicated space for a comprehensive neonatal intensive care unit.
Institute for Nursing Excellence
- Interconnected centers focused on retention, professional practice and innovation.
- Expanded education and workforce development opportunities.
- A state-of-the-art simulation center providing hands-on training to strengthen clinical skills, confidence and team-based care.
- Ongoing investment in the growth and wellbeing of our nursing teams.
Institute for Physician Wellbeing
- A dedicated approach to caring for those who care for us.
- Programs that promote connection and community through professional development, peer support and collaborative programming.
- Support for joy in practice and a culture of wellbeing.
- Strengthened recruitment and retention of exceptional physicians.
Because of this community, the future of care at PeaceHealth St. Joseph is already in motion.
And while we celebrate all that has been accomplished, we are also looking ahead — building on this momentum to continue advancing care for our region.
This is your hospital. Your community. Your impact.