Founder's Society

Ridgeview Foundation established the Founder’s Society in 2002 to recognize Ridgeview’s most generous donors Founder’s Society members make individual commitments of $10,000 or greater, which can be paid at one time or through a payment program over a period of years.

Founder’s Society members have cumulatively gifted or committed more than $30 million since its inception.

The gifts of these generous donors help provide the critical margin that enables Ridgeview to be of special service to you, your family and your community. These funds have supported things including, but not limited to, thenew Emergency Department, new Operating Rooms, the Community Auditorium, the Cardiac/Intensive Care Unit,the Heart Center, Center for Women & Children including the Neonatal Care Unit, Marie Steiner Kelting Hospice Home, da Vinci Surgical System,Clinical Education, Telemetry, Simulation, Mental Health Program, and so much more..

How Do I Become a Member?

Gifts may be made in the form of cash, publicly traded securities, appreciated property and, if appropriate, in-kind gifts. Most often, naming opportunities will exist at various levels within each campaign. Commitments can be paid over a period of years or in a one-time gift.

How Will I Be Recognized?

You will be listed on Ridgeview Foundation’s donor wall, and will receive invitations to special events, including the annual insiders events and holiday celebration.

The Founder’s Cup

The Founder’s Cup is a tournament-within-the-tournament for Founder’s Society members at the Annual Golf & Taste Celebration (link to golf page). Golfers compete for the Founder’s Cup and the opportunity to have their name inscribed on the Ridgeview Donor Wall.

The entry fee for this challenge is $5,000 per team of four. Sponsorships of $10,000 or more receive automatic entry for four into the Founder’s Cup, including complimentary golf shirt, cap and golf balls, along with a reserved table for eight at the Taste of the Ridgeview Region.