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HILL COUNTRY: PHILANTHROPIC OPPORTUNITY Women in Philanthropy Join Communities Connected to make a difference in local health care. aylor Scott & White began its commitment to the Hill Unite with us Communities Connected brings they can enhance health care for those in their community. At the end of each year, Country community in 2011. together women in our communities contributors will meet to determine the Residents then raised more than $17 to continue this legacy of support for projects they wish to support with their million for the Baylor Scott & White quality health care by providing financial combined gifts. All philanthropic dollars Medical Center and Specialty Clinic in resources to Baylor Scott & White Health given will support the selected project. Marble Falls. in the Hill Country Region. As a not-for-profit health care system, Baylor Scott & White relies on philanthropic support to provide To learn more about how you can How it works Individual gifts of $500 are combined enhanced services, advanced for greater impact of giving. Contributors equipment, medical education, and meet throughout the year to hear from innovative research. Baylor Scott & White leadership on ways participate, please contact Lori Sipos- Mollo, foundation specialist, at 830-596- 6974 or 512-970-2040. CENTRAL TEXAS: PHILANTHROPIC OPPORTUNITY What are Community Partners? Would you or your group like to raise money to benefit a Baylor Scott & White program? Become a Community Partner! ommunity Partners are individuals or groups, such as businesses, community organizations, churches, or schools, who raise funds on behalf of Baylor Scott & White Central Texas Foundation. They plan and execute their own fundraising events to benefit the hospital or program of their choice. These activities play an important role in philanthropy at Baylor Scott & White, helping to raise valuable funds that directly How we can help • Offer advice about event planning and fundraising • Assist with event promotion through the Foundation website your planning committee • Assist with designating your gift to a specific fund • Attend your fundraising event and/or check presentation as schedules allow Ready to get started? Simply complete the application packet found on our website and begin planning your fundraiser! items, spare change, etc. • Fun run or walk • Percentage of sales • Social media fundraiser • Schedule tours, when appropriate, for impact the patients and families we serve. How to become a Community Partner • Collection drive for toys, hygiene Here are some popular types of fundraisers: • Auctions • Bake sale or lemonade stand (especially for children wanting to make a difference!) 6 THE COMPASS / BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE CENTRAL TEXAS FOUNDATION NEWS / WINTER 2019 To learn more, please contact Miandra Morales, foundation specialist, at 254-899-3768 or visit us at CTXFoundation. BSWHealth.com/Community-Partners.