A group of Avera employees that participated in the Employee Giving campaign.

Avera Employee Giving

Giving is a meaningful expression of love for people in all walks of life. Avera employees give back to help patients and coworkers in many ways.

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Every contribution helps support the most urgent needs of our patients while furthering our healing ministry to provide the highest quality of care to all, regardless of ability to pay. In addition to managing generous gifts from donors, the Avera Foundation works with Avera team members during the annual Avera Cares campaign.

Employees who choose to donate make an impact on our communities and Avera’s mission. In return, they receive an Avera Cares T-shirt, which they proudly wear at work and around town.

Helping Others & Each Other Heal

Together, we all can make a difference. Just like a donor, an Avera employee can make a gift to an area of care they are the most passionate about or give to support our greatest needs. The Avera Foundation ensures all dollars directly benefit these areas of support and more:

  • Assistance for those suffering through a crisis or disaster
  • Educational opportunities and resources for patients
  • Help for families adjusting to illness and hospitalization
  • Vital funding for medical equipment

Our colleagues embody the core values of our ministry inside and outside of work. Giving the priceless gifts of hope and healing to the patients and families we serve every day is just one of the many ways we lift up our neighbors.

So many of our employees are also loyal Foundation donors. Our collective impact is contagious and inspires everyone to do their part in supporting community health.

Every dollar makes a difference, and that is why I continue to donate. Imagine if we gave a little — what a difference we could make in our community.

– Karen Maher, Registered Nurse in Surgery

I’m grateful and blessed to have received Avera’s financial support during a difficult time, because it made a huge difference for me and my family. I give to Avera Cares because I want to support others in need.

– Vickie Kelly, Barista

I know firsthand how it feels to receive kindness and hope because Avera has helped me. Now I do the same for others. I’ve given 15 years in a row, and I’m proud of my contributions!

– Tim Masteller, Housekeeper

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