
Since its founding in 1969, the Gila Regional Medical Center Auxiliary
has been committed to supporting GRMC and its mission of providing exceptional
quality, patient-centered care.
Fun Facts
During the fiscal year 2014, GRMC Auxiliary worked 19,599 volunteer hours
and volunteered by 75 active members.
Making a Difference
Over the past decade, the Auxiliary's fundraising efforts - Gift Shop,
Flower sales, bake sales, scrub sales, vending machines, craft fairs,
and donations -- have helped to raise more than $286,000 for hospital
equipment, facilities, and scholarships. Here is a summary of recent contributions.
- Automatic doors for Surgery and the Chemotherapy departments
- Two Bariatric wheelchairs
- Doppler for the ER
- Two stretchers
- A scholarship fund for healthcare caregivers providing $22,000 in funds
- Blanket warmers for ER, Infusion Center, Labor & Delivery, and Cancer Center
-
Established
Cancer Lunch Program that serves complimentary lunches to patients undergoing treatment
What We Do
The Auxiliary supports Gila Regional through various activities throughout
the hospital. In the 2013-2014 Fiscal Year the Auxiliary worked over 19,599
volunteer hours. Work includes:
- Front Desk Information services
- Gift Shop & Flower Sales
- Cancer Center assistance
- Cancer Center meal program
- Office work
- Heart Pillows/blankets
- Teddy Bears assistance program
- MAP (Medication Assistance Program) administration
- Surgical Center Information Desk
- Fundraisers: Scrub Sales, Linen Sale, and Purse Sale
Membership Benefits:
- Discounts in the gift shop, cafeteria, and fitness center
- A monthly newsletter
- Invitations to complimentary luncheons and socials
- An opportunity to use their unique talents as a volunteer in a wide variety
of service areas
Contact Us
Our process to get you started includes an interview, orientation, and
training. Contact our
Auxiliary Volunteer coordinator at 575-538-4074 for information. Pick up an application at GRMC's Visitor Entrance
Information Desk. Join our dynamic team!
2022-2023 Auxiliary Officers
President - Marilyn McCracken
Vice President - Julie Biglin
Treasurer - Eileen Smith
Secretary - Linda Fischer