Restricted Funds
Restricted Funds are donations that are designated for a particular purpose. Expenditures from all funds are determined and approved by the director responsible for each area seeking support, in collaboration with executive leadership. Below is a general list of Mount Nittany Health Foundation’s Restricted Funds:
Behavioral Health Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health who are receiving behavioral health services, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of behavioral health issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier behavioral health services and support to its patients.
Cancer Care Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health who are receiving cancer treatment services, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of oncology issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier cancer treatment services and support to its patients.
Cardiovascular Health Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health receiving cardiovascular health services, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of cardiovascular health issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier cardiovascular health services and support to its patients.
Children’s Advocacy Center of Centre County
One in ten children in our community faces an alarming statistic: the possibility of enduring child abuse before their 18th birthday. This isn’t merely a figure; it represents the potential suffering of young lives plagued by lifelong physical, psychological, social, and economic scars without timely intervention. The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) of Centre County stands as a beacon of hope amidst these distressing realities. Our dedicated staff ensures ongoing advocacy, standing by these children throughout their case, ensuring they never walk this journey alone.
Our services are extended to victims and their families at no cost. To provide care for patients of the CAC, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and community outreach, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health, through your gifts, can provide a catalyst for hope, healing, and a future free from the shadows of abuse.
Emergency Services Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients atMount Nittany Health who are receiving emergency services through the Emergency Department and/or the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of emergency services issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier emergency services and support to its patients.
Neuroscience and Orthopedic Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health who are receiving neuroscience and/or orthopedic services, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of neuroscience and/or orthopedic issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier neuroscience and orthopedic services and support to its patients.
Palliative Medicine Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health who are receiving palliative medicine, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of palliative medicine issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier palliative medicine and support to its patients.
Patient Services and Experience Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health who are receiving healthcare services, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of healthcare issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health System can continue to provide top-tier healthcare services and support to its patients.
Staff Well-Being & Education Fund
To enhance the quality of life for the staff of Mount Nittany Health, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational and professional development opportunities, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases, and operational expenses to support the staff who are the heartbeat of our health system. Investing in our staff not only is important for the well-being and care of our employees, it also allows Mount Nittany Health to continue to provide top-tier care and support to its patients in return.
Wellness & Community Health Fund
To support the advancement of wellness and health of community members within the Centre County region and outlying areas, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of community health issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier healthcare services and support to its community members.
Women and Children’s Health Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health who are receiving women and children’s health services, appropriate expenditures include a variety of possibilities. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of women and children’s health issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier women and children’s services and support to its patients.
Greatest Need Fund
To enhance the quality of care for patients at Mount Nittany Health who are receiving healthcare services, the Greatest Need Fund serves as a catch-all to provide support to all areas in need. Appropriate expenditures may include activities that support the patients, staff, and community of Mount Nittany Health in alignment with Mount Nittany Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values. These options can include but are not limited to program development, which may involve the creation of new services or the enhancement of existing ones, educational opportunities for staff and outreach to increase awareness and understanding of healthcare issues, capital improvements such as the renovation or construction of facilities, equipment purchases to improve the delivery of care, and operational expenses. By investing in these areas, Mount Nittany Health can continue to provide top-tier services and support to its patients.