COVID-19 Ways You Can Help
During the public health crisis caused by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare and our dedicated team are rising to the call to continue to meet the health needs of our community. The challenges we face are unprecedented, and the need for your support is greater than ever.
During this time, we are grateful for our many partners and supporters who help sustain and further our mission in meaningful ways. Below are the current and most critical opportunities for your support.
Financial Donations
Your gift to the Methodist Healthcare Foundation’s COVID-19 Relief Fund will be used to meet the most critical needs of our healthcare system, caregivers, patients, and community right now.
Your donation to the COVID-19 Relief Fund will be used to protect our caregivers and patients through investments in PPE and other supplies, celebrate and thank frontline caregivers for their tireless dedication, and meet the social needs of our caregivers and our patients.
Gifts In-Kind For Caregivers
Our frontline caregivers, including physicians, nurses, environmental services team , and many more, are working tirelessly to provide quality, safe and compassionate care to our patients during this crisis. Show your gratitude and support by making a donation to provide meals, food or other items to benefit our caregivers.
To learn more and to receive assistance in making such a donation, contact Cameron Mann at Cameron.Mann@mlh.org or 901-478-0697.
Medical & Safety Supplies
Donations of new, unused medical supplies and personal protective equipment are also vitally important during this time. Suggested items for donation include: N95 masks, surgical masks, face shields, Clorox wipes (must be Clorox brand), or industrial-grade bleach cleaning agents.
Click here for instructions on how to make face masks and send them to Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare.
To learn more about the need for medical and safety supplies and to coordinate your donation, contact Cameron Mann at Cameron.Mann@mlh.org or 901-478-0697.
Thank Our Heroes
Our caregivers have long gone above and beyond to deliver exceptional care to every life we touch- especially during this challenging time. You are invited to let our team members know you stand by them now and are grateful for their service. Using the online form (linked below), we encourage you to send them a simple note of thanks. Your note will be shared with our frontline caregivers.
Plasma & Blood Donations
If you are a fully recovered COVID-19 patient, you can elect to donate plasma to help others fight the virus.
Additionally, steady blood supplies are essential to our ability to care for our patients. With an increased demand for blood supplies throughout the country, your blood donation is even more important. To find out when and where you can donate blood, click here.