Purpose
The Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation was formed to help provide the philanthropic and community resources needed to improve the health and welfare of residents in our service area.

The primary focus is to help provide needed technological and facility advancements, allowing us to have access to high quality, yet affordable, healthcare near our homes and businesses.

The secondary focus is to provide funding for further education of our health-care professionals. We are committed to providing community health education and preventive medicine programs.

Benefits
Contributions to the Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation are an investment in the future of healthcare in the Mercer County area. By planning for our future healthcare needs today, we are establishing a foundation in healthcare delivery that will serve many generations to come.

A few of the projects supported by the Foundation include:

  • Mammography screening
  • Technological updates: Equipment and Training
  • Scholarships
  • Funding for facility improvements

 

Contributions
Donations to the Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation provide the resources necessary to provide quality health care close to home, now and for our future.

Donations may include:

  • Cash Gifts
  • Real Estate
  • Securities
  • Equipment

Deferred and Planned Gifts:

  • Life Insurance
  • Trusts with Charitable Provisions
  • Bequests

Memorial and Special Interest Gifts:

  • A donation in honoring or in memory of someone
  • A donation to meet a specific need or project
  • A commemorative gift

The Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation receives donations from individuals, families, businesses, and charitable organizations. An annual fund drive is conducted to encourage participation within the communities we serve and pledges are always welcome.



Participation
The Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation accepts and appreciates all donations regardless of size. All supporters and contributors are recognized throughout the year.

Here is a listing of the giving clubs:

Sakakawea Club $100-$999
Builders' Club $1000-$9999
Heritage Club $10,000-$24,999
Helping Hands Club $25,000 and above

To respect the wishes of all contributors, anonymity requests are always honored.

The benefits of giving are limitless. To mention a few:

  • Assurance of quality medical services close to home
  • Continuation of community welfare
  • Tax advantages for charitable giving

The Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation maintains status as a non-profit organization, meaning that all donations are fully tax deductible. If you have any questions regarding the tax benefits of donating, please feel free to contact the Foundation.



Action
The Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation is supported by the communities we serve and many dedicated individuals.

The Foundation Board is comprised of a diverse group of people who are committed to health-care in Mercer County and will offer assistance with any concerns regarding contributions and participation.

The Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation Annual Tax Return for the previous fiscal year is available for review by request at the Foundation Office located at 510 8th Ave NE, Hazen, North Dakota. You can contact the Foundation Office at 701-748-7218 for information.

To make a contribution or to learn more about the
Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation
contact Marie Mettler 701-748-7218

 

Current Board of Directors:
Lora Wallender, President Hazen, ND
Christie Obenauer, Vice-President Hazen, ND
Lasy Bosch, Treasurer Hazen, ND
Duane Pfliger, Secretary Hazen, ND
Jonathan Dronen, Director Hazen, ND
Dorothy Geist, Director Hazen, ND
Keith Gendreau, Director Beulah, ND
Lori Knoll, Director Beulah, ND
Renae Snyder, CFO Sakakawea Medical Center, Employee Designee Hazen, ND
Darrold Bertsch, CEO Sakakawea Medical Center Beulah, ND
   
   
Wall of Donors