BHS Foundation Mission and Purpose

As a witness to the love of God, as revealed through Jesus Christ, the Baptist Health System has the charitable and community resources necessary to systain its ministries that enhance the health, dignity and wholness of those we serve through Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Resourcefulness and Excellence.

The Baptist Health Foundation is organized for charitable, scientific and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or any corresponding provisions of any subsequent federal tax laws, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under said section.

The Foundation is charged with the responsibility to seek charitable contributions for operational, capital and endowmen purposes. The Foundation is the official repository for all charitable an philanthropic gifts and may acquire or receive gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, government agencies or any other entity.

Gifts can be made in cash, securities, trust agreements or other real or personal property. The Foundation will receive, manage, invest and ultimately disburse funds according to the specific designation of the donor, or if unrestricted, by the determinitions of the Foundation Board of Directors.