A group of women who support Mercy has awarded more than $30,000 for equipment that will benefit patient care.
Women with a Mission, part of Mercy Health Foundation Fort Smith, brings together women from diverse backgrounds with a common goal of making a difference together through the power of giving. Members gather several times a year to vote on possible projects, learn about the impact of their giving, and to network.
The group more than 35 women met recently to review funding proposals totaling $70,000 from a variety of Mercy departments. Of 13 proposals, nine were selected with total awards of $30,608.98.
WWAM membership is open to all women who support the mission of Mercy in the Fort Smith region with a minimum $1,000 annual gift. Each year, women collectively pool their resources and collaborate with Mercy leaders to identify and fund creative solutions to important health care needs.
Projects funded from 2018 donations include cardiology, Hope Campus, oncology, sleep medicine, and therapy services and wellness.