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MERCY FOUNDATION-BAKERSFIELD

aka Friends of Mercy Foundation   |   Bakersfield, CA   |  www.supportfriendsofmercy.org

Mission

Mercy Foundation Bakersfield, dba Friends of Mercy Foundation, is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization whose purpose is to raise and administer philanthropic funds for Mercy and Mercy Southwest Hospitals.  Together with our Board of Directors, physicians and other community leaders, the Foundation works to encourage public interest and support of Mercy Hospitals and our many worthy programs, services and outreach activities in a manner consistent with our values and goals.

Notes from the nonprofit

Notes from our financial entries: Total Revenue reflects contribution revenue, hospital support, and investment revenue. It is important to note that the hospital support revenue (listed as hospital contribution on uploaded financial statements) reflects a grant from the hospital to pay for all operations expenses incurred by the Foundation. This support allows the Foundation to designate 100% of every dollar raised to the specified project of support. No money is taken from any donated dollar to pay for fundraising costs. The total expenses amount reflect both operational expenses as well as transfered donated dollars to the hospital. It is important to note that "total program services" on the statement of activities sheet reflects the amount of donated dollars that have been raised and transferred to the hospital in support of fundraising projects and/or programs. The lease income reflected on the statement of activities refers to unrestricted income received from a farm owned by the Friends of Mercy Foundation that was originally a bequest many years ago. This income may be used to fund capital projects for the hospital.

Ruling year info

1946

Vice President of Philanthropy

Ms. Toni Harper

Main address

PO Box 119

Bakersfield, CA 93302 USA

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EIN

77-0201321

NTEE code info

Fund Raising and/or Fund Distribution (E12)

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Our programs

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Capital and Program Support for Mercy and Mercy Southwest Hospitals

The primary purpose of the Friends of Mercy Foundation is to develop fundraising strategies that support program and technology needs of the hospital. We raise money through annual support, major gifts, capital campaigns, special events, public and private grants, and deferred giving.  Specific goals and budgets are in place for each. Annual Support includes raising money through six formal annual giving programs: The William Howell Century Club and Catherine McAuley Society (donors give $1,000 annually); The Legacy Circle at Mercy (targeted to young leaders in the community, donors give $500 annually), a direct mail program focused on identifying grateful patients, an annual Christmas and Easter appeal and an annual employee giving program. Our annual golf tournament raises money for technology needs. Millions have been raised in grants that support our outreach efforts beyond the walls of the hospital (preventive healthcare for uninsured, senior  services, food and clothing for the poor, etc.)  Major Gifts and Campaigns focus on current technology and/or expansion needs.

Population(s) Served
Adults

Chronic Disease Self-Management Programs

The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP), established by the Stanford School of Medicine, is a comprehensive program designed to provide patients who have a chronic disease with the knowledge, tools and motivation needed to become proactive in their health. Each seminar consists of 6 weekly classes covering a variety of topics including nutrition, exercise, use of medications, communication and evaluating new treatments. Conditions focused on are diabetes, asthma, heart disease and stroke. Home visits are done to address individuals with specific needs and ensure they are getting what they need. A resource center consisting of a patient hotline, weekly staff phone calls, books, and magazines will help keep patients “in the loop” and feel connected and supported during the session.  Through the EMPOWERMENT Program and system of support, we will change the way patients manage themselves and restore their sense of control in their life.

Population(s) Served
Adults

Our Community Health Screening Clinics provide monthly comprehensive health screenings at various locations throughout Kern County.  The program targets low-income families and/or individuals who do not have access to health care.  Screenings are provided at no cost to participants.  Bilingual health educators are on site for each clinic.  Currently, Community Health Screening Clinics are held in Lake Isabella, Arvin, Lamont, Taft (3 sites), Greenfield, the Mercy/Memorial Outreach Center (Southeast Bakersfield), the Mercy/Memorial Learning Center (East Bakersfield), East Bakersfield Senior Center, East Hills Mall, Cameillia Apartment Complex (East Bakersfield) and Shafter. Our screenings provide participants with measurements of the blood glucose level, cholesterol, blood pressure, and body composition, along with individual health education services. All participants receive access to case management services for continued health monitoring and/or referrals to other programs and assistance.

Population(s) Served
Adults

Providing food baskets and addressing food insecurity in outlying areas of Kern County as a result Of COVID-19.

Population(s) Served
Adults

The goal of the program is the improve asthma outcomes of participants with poorly or uncontrolled asthma. Participants receive items to help control or mitigate environmental exposure. Items include dust-proof mattress covers, pillowcases, air purifiers, and non-toxic cleaning supplies.

Population(s) Served
Adults

Purchase items for low-income families who struggle with providing basic needs for young babies or children (i.e., baby food, formula, clothing, strollers, and other baby supplies).

Population(s) Served
Adults

Funding assistance to pay for meals that are provided to the homeless and low-income families every week.

Population(s) Served
Adults

The Department of Special Needs and Community Outreach will provide patients with single ride bus tickets to return home after their hospital stay when no other transportation is available or for homeless patients for
safe discharge.

Population(s) Served
Adults

Where we work

Financials

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MERCY FOUNDATION-BAKERSFIELD

Board of directors
as of 03/31/2022
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board co-chair

Mr. Geoffrey King


Board co-chair

Mr. Mark Mulkay

Kevin Andrew

Consultant

Sharon Bush

Community Leader

Hemmal Kothary

Mercy Hospitals

Judy Morasci

Mercy Hospitals

Toni Harper

Friends of Mercy Foundation/Mercy Hospitals

Catherine Gay

Tobias Real Estate

L. Mark Mulkay

Kern Delta Water District

Geoffrey King

Barbich Hooper King Dill Hoffman Accountancy Corporation

Jan Froehlich

Mercy Auxiliary Representative

Steve Anderson

S.C. Anderson, Inc.

Sandi Shepherd

Community Leader

Ravi Patel

CBCC

Gregory Braun

CBIZ/MHM

Michelle Chantry

Western Valve, Incorporated

Timothy Osborn

Law Office of Timothy M. Osborn

Joe Hay

Jim Burke Ford Lincoln

Montse Eilers

Bank of America

Tim Banks, II

Astellas Pharma

Simona Dulcich

Community Member

Carolyn Pandol

Grapery

Marcie Soper

Soper Homes

Katie Werdel

Community Leader

Joe Whittington

Rodriguez & Associates

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes