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JTD Foundation Mission
COMPASSIONATE HEALTHCARE
Thank you for your continuous support of Joint Township District Memorial Hospital. It is because of generations before you that JTDMH is here and because of YOU that JTDMH will continue to be here for generations to come.
You are an essential part of our journey. Your gift is invaluable to providing the highest quality, patient-centered healthcare close to home for you, your family members and our community.
JTD Foundation History
Dedicated in May of 1953 to the memory of area service men serving in WWII, Joint Township District Memorial Hospital began as a 50-bed hospital. Ever since the first patient was admitted, contributions have supported the tradition of caring.
Because the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital is a nonprofit hospital, we treat all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, and support programs that enhance health and wellness throughout our community. By contributing to the Foundation, you can help ensure that Joint Township District Memorial Hospital is able to continue to fulfill its mission of delivering outstanding healthcare for years to come.
Why Support Joint Township District Memorial Hospital?
When you give to the JTD Hospital Foundation, you are contributing to the health of your community. With the generosity of our donors, Grand Lake Health System is better able to provide the necessary facilities, equipment, and care for every patient.
Gifts to the JTD Hospital Foundation can be designated to the areas that you are most interested in or can be made in memory or in honor of a loved one. Gifts can be made immediately or through planned giving. No matter how or what you choose to contribute to the Foundation, your generosity will make a positive impact in our community – saving and enhancing lives, and healing those who are in need.
Recently Completed Donation Projects
- The completion of the new Ambulatory Surgery Center of which the Foundation raised over 1.25 million to contribute to an over 4-million-dollar project.
- $19,000 in scholarships to area students in 2023.
- Funds donated to provide a Pastoral Counselor, Massage Therapist, and a Music Therapist to Grand Lake Hospice.
- Halo Sleep Sacks to newborn infants born at JTDMH.
- Over $38,000 through our employee giving program for equipment and programs that enhance healthy outcomes, promote safety and provide education.
The JTD Hospital Foundation Board of Directors has designated areas for special Philanthropic Support which includes the Annual Fund, Hospice, Scholarships, and the Landen Phlipot Healthy Baby Fund.
How to Give a Monetary Gift
The JTD Hospital Foundation is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization that supports healthcare programs, projects and services of Grand Lake Health System with a focus on patient care and comfort. Your gift is 100 percent tax-deductible and may be directed to one of our specific causes or funds.
Your generous gifts are deeply appreciated and make a difference every day in the lives of our patients.
If you are interested in Endowment-building for uninterrupted future support, please contact us.
Annual Giving
- Friends ($25 – $99)
- Century ($100 – $249)
- Bronze ($250 – $499)
- Silver ($500 – $999)
- Gold ($1,000 – $2,499)
- Platinum ($2,500-$4,999)
- Diamond ($5,000-$9,999)
- Foundation Circle ($10,000 – $24,999)
- Cornerstone Circle ($25,000 – $99,999)
- Benefactors Circle ($100,000 – $999,999)
- Founders Circle ($1,000,000 or more)
- 1953 Society ($1,000 – $9,999 annually)
- 1990 Society ($10,000 & above annually)
Cumulative Giving
- Patron Society ($1,000 – $4,999)
- Benefactor Society ($5,000 – $9,999)
- Sentinel Society ($10,000 – $99,999)
- Guardian Society ($100,000 – $999,999)
- Legacy Society ($1,000,000 or more)
Planned Giving
- 1953 Heritage Society Individuals who let us know of their intention for a bequest or planned gift.
- Annual Fund is the heart of our development efforts—benefiting all programs and services of the hospital. Donors are encouraged to give annually to meet day-to-day needs, building our base of support.
- Restricted gifts may be given for a particular program, (please check with the Foundation Office).
- Remembrance of a loved one is a thoughtful way to honor the individual and the family. An acknowledgment will be sent without mention of the amount of the gift.
- Honorary gifts made in a person’s name can celebrate a life’s milestone—such as an anniversary, a birthday, or just to show your appreciation in a special way. It is also a nice way to send Get Well wishes.
- Bequests by will or a trust agreement will provide future income in your name to ensure the future of Grand Lake Health System.
- Charitable Gift Annuity agreements provide you with a lifetime income, the satisfaction of a future gift and certain advantages for our older donors. Confidential proposals are available for your review.
- Securities, Life Insurance or Real Property gifts may give you special tax advantages that will lower the cost of your contributions.
Contributors who have donated over $1,000 annually or cumulative giving overtime of $1,000 or more will be recognized on our Donor Wall.
Individuals who let us know of their intention for bequest or estate gift will be eligible for membership in the 1953 Heritage Society.
Thank You for Contributing to the JTD Hospital Foundation
Have further questions?
HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS?
Please contact our office for more information or for a confidential discussion regarding your interests.
Julie Jacobs, CRFE, CDVS Executive Director
JTD Hospital Foundation
200 St. Clair Street, St. Marys, Ohio 45885
Phone: 419-394-3387, Ext. 3574
Fax: 419-394-8485
Cell: 419-733-2272
Email: jujacobs@jtdmh.org
JTD Hospital Foundation is the fundraising arm for Grand Lake Health System. It is a public, not-for-profit charitable organization, recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law.
