GRMC Auxiliary Provides $5,000 for Healthcare Scholarships

The Grinnell Regional Medical Center Auxiliary presented five local students with $1,000 scholarships to continue their education in a health-related field.  These students earned their scholarships through a competitive application process.      

     

This year’s scholarship recipients were honored at the auxiliary’s spring luncheon. They are Michelle Murty, Emily Smith, Jenna Staroska, Abby VanDee, and Tessa Van De Walle. 

In addition, volunteers were recognized for years of service to GRMC. They are Joan Milburn, Arlene Johnson, Nancy Bender, Fran Davis, Donna German, Carol Jordan, Velma Heinselman, Shannon Reding, Carole Smothers, and Maridean Tharp. Together, they have logged 90 years of service to GRMC.

The auxiliary raises funds in many ways throughout the year. Proceeds from The Glass Gift Box at Grinnell Regional Medical Center fund many programs, patient services, and scholarships. Additional events such as Tag Day, book and jewelry fairs, the Angel Tree during the holidays, and the Kids Zone at Grinnell Chamber’s Friday Fest, all raise funds to support Grinnell Regional Medical Center Auxiliary and GRMC.

Since 1968, the Grinnell Regional Medical Center Auxiliary has worked to promote and assist GRMC in providing healthcare services to the area. This auxiliary has the distinction of being one of the oldest continuing hospital volunteer organizations in Iowa.

 To learn more about the scholarship program, becoming a member, or about Grinnell Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, contact Kerri Olson, volunteer coordinator, 641-236-2588.