Happy National Philanthropy Day!

Every act of generosity begins with a belief that tomorrow can be better than today.

Sometimes that belief takes the form of a gift made in gratitude for exceptional care. Sometimes it comes through volunteer service, community advocacy or leadership. Whatever shape it takes, philanthropy begins with people who care deeply about the health and well-being of others.

As we celebrate National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 15, we pause to recognize the thousands of people who help advance PeaceHealth’s Mission through their generosity and commitment. Their support strengthens our ability to provide exceptional, compassionate care and creates new opportunities for healing across the communities we serve.

Over the past year, 6,245 donors made 8,755 gifts totaling more than $35 million in support of PeaceHealth programs, services and initiatives. Those numbers tell an impressive story, but the real impact is found in the people behind them. Every gift helps a patient, a family, a caregiver or a community. Every act of generosity helps move our Mission forward.

Those stories come to life in the 2025-2026 Gratitude Report

You’ll read about John Huntley and his family at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, where Highly Trusted came to life during a life-threatening cardiac emergency involving his son. In a moment filled with fear and uncertainty, caregivers provided the expertise, honesty and compassion that helped his family find hope.

You’ll learn how Person First guides our work through the Community Health Hub at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center. By connecting patients with housing, food, transportation and other essential resources, the program recognizes that health extends far beyond a diagnosis. It reflects our commitment to caring for the whole person.

You’ll also discover how our commitment to being Value Driven is advancing neurology care at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. Through philanthropy and community partnership, patients experiencing stroke can access advanced treatment closer to home, helping them receive critical care faster while reducing the stress and burden of traveling far from their support systems.

These stories take place in different communities, yet they share a common thread: people coming together to care for one another.

They celebrate donors who invest in healthier communities, caregivers who bring compassion and expertise to every interaction, volunteers who give their time and leaders who help shape a stronger future. Together, they demonstrate what is possible when generosity and purpose align.

And they reflect you.

Whether you’re caring for patients at the bedside, supporting colleagues behind the scenes, volunteering your time or contributing through philanthropy, you are part of the impact reflected in these pages. Together, donors, caregivers, volunteers, board members and community partners are helping bring healing, hope and peace to life every day.

On National Philanthropy Day, we offer our heartfelt thanks. The accomplishments highlighted in this year’s Gratitude Report belong to all of us. They are a celebration of what we have achieved together and a reminder that when a community unites around healing, extraordinary things are possible.

About PeaceHealth Foundations: PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a non-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. Since 1890, PeaceHealth has been guided by a Mission of healing and compassion. Today, PeaceHealth Foundations carry forward that legacy — powered by philanthropy and grounded in community. As the philanthropic partner to PeaceHealth’s nine medical centers and more than 160 clinics, we help expand access, advance technology and empower caregivers to provide exceptional and compassionate care. Every gift ensures that outstanding care continues to reach families, friends and neighbors throughout the Northwest. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of the founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Discover the impact of philanthropy at peacehealth.org/foundation.