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Site FeedbackJohn Muir Health Foundation Campaign Information
Campaign FAQs
- What is The Campaign for John Muir Medical Center?
- Why are the projects at John Muir Medical Center necessary?
- Which areas of John Muir Health will benefit from the building projects?
- How much is the John Muir Health Foundation trying to raise?
- Who planned and oversees the Campaign?
- How will patients and visitors be affected during the construction?
- How long will construction take?
- Why is a Campaign necessary?
- Why should we give?
- How can we participate in the Campaign?
- Is our gift tax deductible?
- How can we learn more about The Campaign for John Muir Medical Center?
What is The Campaign for John Muir Medical Center?
The Campaign for John Muir Medical Center refers to the private support portion of the John Muir Medical Center building projects at the Concord and Walnut Creek Campuses. The John Muir Health Foundation is raising funds from its own board members, John Muir Health Board members, employees, physicians, volunteers, Auxiliary, community members, foundations, and corporations. 100% of all contributions to the Capital Campaign directly support the building expansion projects at the Concord and Walnut Creek Campuses.
Why are the projects at John Muir Medical Center necessary?
As the population in Contra Costa County continues to grow, the capacity pressures at the Concord and Walnut Creek Campuses of John Muir Medical Center become even greater. In particular, the need for more patient beds, increased emergency department capacity, and greater operating room availability at both campuses has become evident. This project will directly address those issues.
In addition, rapid changes in healthcare delivery and technology demand a facility that will accommodate medical innovations for decades to come. Advanced clinical technology attracts the high quality physicians who practice at John Muir and allows us to continue our tradition of providing the best in patient care for our community.
Which areas of John Muir Health will benefit from the building projects?
Cardiology - the new Cardiovascular Institute at the Concord Campus will be the region's premier center for cardiac services and include 12 private cardiovascular ICU beds, 49 private telemetry beds, and 4 Cardiac Catheterization Labs with space for expansion
Emergency - the Emergency Departments at both campuses will more than double in size and include dedicated Imaging Centers within the department as well as an increase in the number of treatment stations
Neonatal - the Intensive Care Nursery will expand from 19 beds to 34, and provide private rooms for critically ill newborns, each with a special infant care Omnibed, and a sleep chair for a family member
Trauma -Contra Costa County's only designated Trauma Center will include four new custom-designed trauma suites with a dedicated high speed elevator directly from the rooftop helipad to the Emergency Department
Surgery - the number of inpatient surgical suites will increase and include space for current and future technology, as well as expanded pre and post operative areas.
How much is the John Muir Health Foundation trying to raise?
John Muir Health will be using its financial reserves, issuing bonds to borrow funds, and relying on the generosity of community members to support the building expansion projects at the Concord and Walnut Creek Campuses. The Foundation is charged with raising the critical funds for our most exciting and ambitious endeavor to date - a $56 million Capital Campaign in support of the $800 million project.
Who planned and oversees the Campaign?
The John Muir Health Board of Directors determined, after an in-depth study and intensive planning that the building projects at both campuses were necessary to meet community needs and to comply with state regulations.
The John Muir Health Foundation Board of Directors enthusiastically took on the task of supporting a fundraising effort to assist with building projects at the John Muir Medical Center Campuses in Concord and Walnut Creek. A Capital Campaign was developed to direct the fundraising efforts. Board members and Campaign leadership have led the way with their own generous gifts and continue to act as volunteers as the Campaign extends to the entire community.
How will patients and visitors be affected during the construction?
John Muir Medical Center will continue to offer the full array of services currently available. Every effort will be made to minimize disruption to patient care services during the building construction process. Complimentary valet parking is available at both campuses as a courtesy to our patients and visitors. For the most updated construction information, click here.
How long will construction take?
Groundbreaking for the Patient Care Towers at the Walnut Creek and Concord Campuses took place on January 16, 2008, and February 7, 2008, respectively. Completion of new construction at both campuses is targeted for late 2010.
The new parking garage at the Walnut Creek Campus opened on January 2, 2008.
Why is a Campaign necessary?
Philanthropic support from the community is a vital component of the building projects. Contributions to the Capital Campaign help keep the organization strong as it grows. Philanthropic gifts prevent John Muir from exhausting its reserves and also strengthen our bond ratings in the capital market. 100% of all Campaign gifts directly fund the building projects.
Why should we give?
Your gift added to those of others will help ensure the success of the Campaign for John Muir Medical Center and guarantee the future of great medicine in the East Bay. Our community will benefit from the facilities that John Muir Health is building today, just as we are benefiting from the efforts of those physicians, nurses, and community members who joined together to start what has now become a regional healthcare asset. Your gift will help ensure the highest level of healthcare for future generations.
How can we participate in the Campaign?
The Campaign for John Muir Medical Center will ensure that our community continues to receive the highest quality medical care now and well into the future. There are many ways that you can help including:
- Advocate:
help to increase support for the project by spreading the word of its importance, and learn more about the Campaign by taking a hospital tour or attending a presentation about the building project - Volunteer:
leave your personal mark on a venture that will change healthcare in Contra Costa County by becoming a Campaign volunteer - Donate:
give your financial support to the project and leave an everlasting mark on the most important healthcare resource in the region
Is our gift tax deductible?
Yes, gifts to the John Muir Health Foundation are tax-deductable as allowed by law. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 Charitable Organization. Federal Tax ID Number 94-265-0855.
How can we learn more about The Campaign for John Muir Medical Center
For more information, please contact:
John Muir Health Foundation
1400 Treat Boulevard
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 947-4449
foundation@johnmuirhealth.com
www.johnmuirhealthfoundation.org