About CRHF

Incorporated in 1951, Columbus Regional Health Foundation today works through public awareness, building community partnerships, and raising charitable contributions for community health initiatives and innovative Hospital-based projects that promote excellence in patient care. With total assets over $10 million, CRH Foundation is a key fundraising partner for vital community resources including Healthy Communities and Volunteers in Medicine clinic.

Mission

To improve the health of the people in southeastern Indiana by actively raising charitable contributions to support Columbus Regional Hospital healthcare initiatives and to provide financial support and promote advocacy for Healthy Communities and VIMCare Clinic through public awareness, philanthropy, and stewardship.

Vision

Ours is a healthy community where every citizen is cared for and shares in the responsibility of making a difference.

Programs and Services Support

As a key fundraising partner for vital community resources including Columbus Regional Health, Healthy Communities and VIMCare Clinic, CRH Foundation works through community partnerships and charitable contributions to support these areas.

Philanthropy

CRH Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life for people in Bartholomew County and the surrounding area, paying special attention to the needs of the underserved. We also seek new financial resources and philanthropic leaders to support our efforts to improve the health and wellness of future generations.

Each year, CRH Foundation raises funds for and awards more than $400,000 to VIMCare Clinic, about $250,000 to Healthy Communities Action Teams, and nearly $250,000 to Columbus Regional Health projects. In addition, we have modest resources available to fund community requests for work that is consistent with the priorities of Healthy Communities and Columbus Regional Health.

If you think that you have a project that is consistent with our priorities, please use the form below to request funds. Feel free to contact us at 812-376-5100 with any questions.

Download Community Funding Application

If your funding does not meet our priorities, please visit crh.org/sponsorships for further funding options.

Meet the Staff of CRHF

Tanya Hand

CRHF President

Ellen Brunner

Director of Major and Planned Gifts

Kaylee David

Communications and Marketing Specialist

Karen Galbraith

Business Operations Manager

Vicki Roth

Finance Specialist

Cheryl Rothbart

Stewardship Specialist

Jane Tompkins

Executive Assistant / Board Liaison

Rebekah Walsh

Director of Volunteer Services and Annual Fundraising

Meet the CRHF Board

Our board of directors are a key element of our success! The board is responsible for safeguarding the sustainability and organizational operations of Columbus Regional Hospital Foundation. We are thankful for our board and their guidance in ensuring that we operate with high ethical and legal standards.