Auxiliary Fundraising Opportunities
Here, you can find an overview of the many Mercy Auxiliary fundraising opportunities available.
Art Exhibits - Each month a new artist displays works in the hallway outside the cafeteria. The Auxiliary receives a percentage of the sales. This committee recruits artists, develops the schedules and prepares the exhibit.
Bridge Marathon - This popular activity is held in the 10th Street lobby several afternoons a month. This committee develops the schedule and oversees logistics.
Christmas Show - This three-day holiday extravaganza is held in early November. The events include a Patron Party, luncheon and style show, as well as the traditional Bake Sale. Mercy's Flower and Gift Shop adds to the celebration with wonderful seasonal items for sale. The hugely successful Christmas Show taps the organizational and creative skills of this committee, which designs and executes the event.
Heartlights - Heart-shaped ornaments are available for a small contribution. The ornaments hang on Christmas trees in the hospital. Each ornament carries the name of someone honored or memorialized by the donor. One evening in December, the Heartlights tree-lighting ceremony is held to honor those whose names hang on the trees.
Gift Shop - The Mercy Flower and Gift Shop is the primary fundraiser for the Auxiliary. It is a wonderful place to find treasures, fresh flower arrangements and creative silks. This premiere hospital gift shop offers a variety of volunteer opportunities - from staffing to creating unique merchandise items.
Angel Tree - The angels found on Christmas trees in the 10th Street lobby indicate the age and gender of someone who needs a Christmas present. Well over 1,000 gifts are donated annually to area agencies, helping make a more joyous Christmas for many people of all ages. The committee coordinates the Angel Tree from contacting the agencies to preparing gifts for pick-up.
Hospital Tours for Students - A long-standing tradition at Mercy, tours are used by area teachers as an educational tool for children (usually elementary). Each department visited provides an "expert" to give the students a firsthand explanation of what happens in each department. In addition to the learning that occurs, tours help students feel more comfortable in a hospital environment. Many children say they like X-ray and the cafeteria best! The Auxiliary tour coordinator is responsible for developing the schedule, as well as training tour guides recruited from the membership. Typically, tour "season" is October-April.
Uncommon Grounds Coffee Corner - A popular stop for hospital employees and visitors, Uncommon Grounds is located in the 10th Street lobby and could be just the volunteer opportunity for you. The cart is open weekdays from 7 to 11 a.m. Baristas staff the Coffee Corner in four-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.
Spring Luncheon - The Spring Luncheon and Style Show is held every April. Besides the delicious lunch, an auction and door prizes add to the excitement. The committee members pool their talents to create a theme that generates community participation.
Daffodil Days - On designated days in March, the committee distributes daffodils to patients - a symbol of hope. An Auxiliary team coordinates Daffodil Days.
Community Outreach - Seminars, forums, mall-walking programs. The Auxiliary also provides support and assistance to the Steps2Health program. Is fitness a passion? Then explore the possibilities for involvement here.
