Ways To Give to the VNA

Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice relies on the generosity of community members, businesses, foundations, patients, and caregivers to provide financial support to ensure that we are able to continue to care for patients regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay. Many times, patients and their caregivers would like to express thanks for the care they received. As our staff is not allowed to accept gifts of any kind, many make a donation in honor of the staff that cared for them during the recovery period.

There are many ways to give to Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice, now and in the future, that help make it possible to provide others with the same quality care.

Contributions can be directed to a particular program, made in memory or honor of a loved one, or to honor a caregiver.

Gifts in Honor

Gifts in honor of a particular person or caregiver(s) pay tribute to that individual. Many patients wish to show appreciation to the staff that has provided them with care.

Memorial Gifts

A memorial donation can be made in the name of a loved one. This is a lasting tribute and honors the memory of that individual. Oftentimes, in the obituary section of the newspaper, families request that donations be made to a charity of one’s choice. Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice would greatly appreciate being considered as your designated charity when you make memorial contributions. All memorial contributions are individually acknowledged to the family of the deceased. The amount of the donation is not disclosed.

Bequests

Some donors also make gifts through their wills. A bequest is a realistic way for a donor to make a substantial contribution to Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice. You should consult with an estate planner or attorney to determine a plan that is meaningful to you.

Life Insurance

Donation of a life insurance policy is also another way in which you can make a substantial gift to Hallmark Health VNA and Hospcie. Please contact us if you wish to make such a gift, so that our Development Office may assist you in the arrangements.

Specified Program

Although many of the gifts we receive are used for general patient expenses, some patients and their families like to direct gifts to a particular program that has special meaning to them. Gifts may be directed to one of these specific programs:

  • Hospice
  • Palliative Care
  • Maternal/Child Health
  • Community Outreach for Seniors
  • Nurse Education Fund
  • Capital Equipment Fund

 

Matching Gifts

Many employers offer a matching gifts program. By participating in such a program, your employer will match your donation in its entirety or match a portion of your donation to Hallmark Health VNA. If your employer or your spouse’s employer has a Matching Gifts Program, you can receive a form from the employer.

Donate Car!

If you are thinking of selling or trading your car, truck, RV, or boat, consider donating it to Hallmark Health VNA instead. Car Donations are tax deductible, and proceeds from the sale of your vehicles help support our programs. Our agent, Cars Helping America, handles all arrangements from free pick up, to issuance of receipts, to transfer of title. To donate, click on the underlined links or call 866-949-3668, and earmark your donation to Hallmark Health VNA.

Further Information

All donations made to Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice are tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

Further information on giving opportunities to Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice can be obtained by calling the Program Development Department at (781)338-7903.

Donations can be made by making your check payable to Hallmark Health VNA and Hospice and mailing it to:

Hallmark Health Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice, Inc.
Office of the Executive Director
178 Savin Street, Suite 300
Malden, MA 02148

If you would like to make your tax-deductible gift to Lawrence Memorial Hospital, please send your check to:

Development Office
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
170 Governors Avenue
Medford, MA 02155

If you would like to make your tax-deductible gift to Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, please send your check to:

Development Office
Melrose-Wakefield Hospital
585 Lebanon Street
Melrose, MA 02176