Personal Stories

Why We Give

As a community-based, not-for-profit health care organization, John Muir Health invests all revenue back into its services and the local community. Philanthropic contributions provide needed funding for lifesaving medical equipment, advances in technology, clinical research, educational programs and health care services for underserved families and individuals. Your gift can make a critical difference in the lives of so many others.

Mom and Son Saved by John Muir Health

Mom and Son Saved by John Muir Health

A Harrowing Fight Against COVID-19 for Isabel and Antonio

The Weenig Legacy - Endowing Their Values

The Weenig Legacy - Endowing Their Values

Original $10,500 investment has grown to approximately $120,000 and provides annual support to the Walter and Eve Markstein Nursing Education Endowment Fund.

Mason Wilson - An Angel On Earth

Mason Wilson - An Angel On Earth

A Second Chance at Life

A Second Chance at Life

Tim spent 38 days at JMH fighting COVID-19

A John Muir Health Patient Recovering from COVID-19

A John Muir Health Patient Recovering from COVID-19

A World-Class PICU

A World-Class PICU

Your support and the incredible care team at John Muir Health gave my son, Grant, the gift of life!

Ryan's Courageous Journey

Ryan's Courageous Journey

Injured in a freak wrestling accident, Ryan spent nearly three weeks in John Muir Health's Neuro Intensive Care Unit.

When Breath Becomes Air

When Breath Becomes Air

"I truly believe that my accident has provided me with my greatest joys," say Barbara.

A Patient's Best Friend

A Patient's Best Friend

John Muir Health's First Facility Dog Helps Ricky Chilton Enjoy Life Again

Miracles Come in Moments

Miracles Come in Moments

"My grandchildren, Ella and Asher, are alive and healthy today, thanks to John Muir Health's Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy."

Curtis's Second Chance

Curtis's Second Chance

"My husband is alive today thanks to John Muir Health!"

Maddie is Our Living Miracle

Maddie is Our Living Miracle

Just days after having brain surgery, 11 year-old Maddie was all smiles at her aunt’s wedding, thanks to her remarkable care team in John Muir Health’s pediatric intensive care unit.