Foundation FAQs

Is my contribution tax deductible?

Yes, gifts to the Foundation are tax-deductible as allowed by state and federal law. French Hospital Medical Center Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, as provided under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. 

How does 100% of my donation benefit the hospital?

Thanks to an operating grant from French Hospital Medical Center, 100% of your gift to the Foundation is directed to your chosen designation. Unlike many nonprofits, donor funds are never used to pay for any administrative cost or gift processing fee.

What does it mean to be nonprofit?

French Hospital Foundation is a mission-driven organization that exists to improve the health of everyone in our community. Philanthropy is an important way to connect those with resources to those in need, offering an opportunity to express gratitude for the expertise, care, and kindness experienced throughout our ministry. Together, we continue to advocate for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovate how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in our community.

Both French Hospital Medical Center and the French Hospital Foundation are nonprofit organizations. As a nonprofit hospital, this means that French Hospital reinvests profits back into the hospital and our community through community programs and charity care.

How can I make a gift to the Foundation?

You can make a gift online, by calling us at 805-542-6496 or via mail. Learn more >

Can I choose what I want to support?

The Foundation supports a number of programs and services at French Hospital, allowing you the opportunity to give to something important to you. The Foundation has dedicated funds to support cardiac care, oncology, emergency care, advanced technology, and much more. View our Learn more about our areas of support >

If you have something special in mind that you don't see listed under our areas of support or as an option on our donation page, please contact us so we can work with you to direct your gift in an appropriate manner.  

What kinds of programs and services are funded?

The Foundation supports programs and services in these main areas:

• Funding for new and expanding programs and services

• New and enhanced facilities and campus improvements

• Care to the underserved

• Community outreach and education programs

• Advanced medical technology and equipment

Learn more about What We Support > 

How do you raise funds?

A diverse group of donors support our work through a variety of ways—annual donations, grants, planned and estate gifts, and event attendance. Approximately 75% of funds raised each year are gifts from individual donors like you, with the remaining funds raised through events and grants. 

How will my gift be recognized?

All donors receive a letter of gratitude and acknowledgement for their gift. Donors of certain levels may be permanently recognized with a naming opportunity, recognized on the Foundation’s Caring Circle donor wall in the French Hospital lobby, and recognized in the Foundation's annual Impact Report. For more information, please contact us. 

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