Strength from Within Update: Today is #GivingTuesday!
Today is Giving Tuesday. Created in 2012 to encourage people to do good, this day now inspires millions worldwide to give to charitable causes.
That includes right here at VNS Health! Our Strength from Within Employee Giving Campaign is going strong. Since its launch in October, the campaign has raised more than $100,000 to help address health disparities across New York neighborhoods through our charitable care and community benefit programs.
Matching $45,000 Gift
This year, VNS Health’s Executive Leadership Team has pledged to match $45,000 in donations. Thank you to each member of the Executive Leadership Team for demonstrating their commitment to VNS Health’s charitable care and community impact programs.
How to Donate
Visit vnshealth.org/strengthfromwithin to make your gift or sign up for payroll deductions before December 31st.
Bingo Night
After a year of hard work, it’s time to unwind, reconnect, and maybe even win a prize or two. Join us for Zoom Bingo, where kids, pets, and loved ones are all welcome to join the fun and support a great cause.
- Thursday, December 4
- 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
- $5 minimum donation
- Target Gift Cards in Every Round!
To receive your Zoom link, RSVP and make a donation here. Virtual bingo cards will be provided at the event.
Win a Raffle Prize
The campaign runs through the end of the year, but donating early gives you the most chances to win weekly raffle prizes! This year’s prizes include:
- Brand new electronics, like Beats headphones, a Fitbit, a mini projector, or a massage gun
- Tickets to the New York Red Bulls
- Gift cards for places like Shake Shack
- Crafts classes from shops such as Textile Arts Center or New York Adventure Club
- Cooking classes at Hudson Table or Pizza School
We’re pleased to announce a raffle prize generously donated by Priority Bicycles: the Priority Classic Plus! At the end of our campaign, everyone who has donated $50 or more will be automatically entered into a special drawing. The lucky winner gets to choose their new bike’s size and color!
Choose Where Your Gift Goes
As a reminder, 100% of every dollar raised from the Strength from Within campaign goes directly to support the Charitable Care and Community Impact programs that support underserved New Yorkers. These programs depend on contributions, and you can pick which one your donation goes to:
- Behavioral Health
- Center for Home Care Policy and Research
- Charitable Care
- Children and Family Services
- Chinatown NNORC
- Employee Cancer Support – The Care and Comfort Fund (in memory of Christina Savitt)
- Hospice Care
- LGBTQ+ Programs
- Nurse-Family Partnership
- Nursing Education & Scholarships
- Patient Assistance Fund
- Veterans Program
Why Do Team Members Give?
“I want to contribute because it’s a way to strengthen our community and show support for the causes that matter to us as a team. Giving together amplifies our impact and reflects the values we share in our workplace.”
– Maryam Gaibi, Clinical Director, VNS Health Hospice Care
“I decided to support the Strength from Within campaign because I know the mission of VNS Health matters. My donation is an investment in the compassion and comprehensive care our teams deliver every single day. Seeing that impact on our patients and clients—that’s the real strength we’re building.”
– Ramennis Nunez, Associate Vice President, Operations, Health Plans
“I’m passionate about the Strength from Within campaign because I’ve have lost family members to cancer. Supporting this program is my way of giving back.”
– Deserae Getter, Contact Center Agent, Contact Center Shared Services