Hunterdon Health Auxiliary Donates Over $18,000 to Hunterdon Hospice

Hunterdon Health Auxiliary proudly presented a check exceeding $18,000 to support Hunterdon Hospice. This generous sum was raised during their May event, Sapphires & Sequins—an elegant night out for women featuring shopping, dinner, drinks, and a captivating fashion show. Notably, Sapphires & Sequins also contributes to the fundraising efforts for Hunterdon Behavioral Health. Since its inception in 2022, the event has contributed over $61,000 to support this crucial cause.

Pictured from left to right: Traci Sumner, Kim Kelleher, Manager of Business Development & Volunteers, Hunterdon Hospice, Suzanne Schwanda, Chair, Hunterdon Health Foundation Board of Trustees, Carol Lunger, Millie Abate, Katrin F. Sypniewski, RN BSN, Clinical Nurse Manager, Hunterdon Hospice, Pat Steingall, and Cookie Thomson.

About the Auxiliary: Hunterdon Health Auxiliary is a volunteer organization originally formed in 1953 for charitable and educational purposes. Together, with Hunterdon Health Foundation, they work to make meaningful contributions to Hunterdon Health to promote the health and welfare of the community. They have succeeded in helping to fund numerous programs and technological needs within the healthcare system through their various fund-raising events.

About the Foundation: Hunterdon Health Foundation is the fundraising organization for Hunterdon Health System. They receive support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other sources to assist Hunterdon Medical Center and its affiliated non-profit organizations in fulfilling their mission to meet the community's need for high-quality healthcare.