
The Carson Valley Medical Center Hospital Foundation is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing a partnership with our community to improve health care services, educational and research programs to support lifesaving technology through philanthropy.
Our mission is to create resources for Carson Valley Medical Center to provide health care with a level of excellence leaving a lasting legacy to the quality of life in our community.
Funds raised through the CVMC Hospital Foundation will improve the hospital's ability to serve the medical needs of our community.
Our Hospital Foundation Board Members are:
- Carol Sesser, Board Chairman
- Patricia M. Nelson, Secretary
- Janet Andraski, Treasurer
- Drew Aguilar
- Kyle Swanson, MD
- Krissie Thornhill
- Kathy Halbardier - Ex-officio member
For further information regarding the foundation, please contact Marilyn Presti, Foundation Executive Director at mpresti@cvmchospital.org or (775) 782-1554.
Click here to make a secure online donation through Nevada State Bank.
Opportunities for Giving
Below are the opportunities available for individuals, patients, families, physicians, employees, community groups, and businesses who are interested in donating to Your Community Hospital.
Charter Member
By giving a one-time donation of $10,000 your family or company name will be recognized with a lasting tribute on our Donor Recognition Wall in the hospital lobby.
Annual Giving
An easy way to make a gift of any amount annually.
Tribute Gift
Can be made in any amount over $50 to honor an individual. An acknowledgement card is sent to the honoree and their name is included in the annual report to the community.
Memorial Tree
Memorialize a loved one with an engraved leaf to be displayed on the memorial tree on the hospital lobby. Minimun donation of $100.
Estate Giving
Giving made easy through estate planning. Working with your attorney or professional advisor opens up endless opportunities to leave a lasting legacy in the community.
Healing Garden Project
Support our ongoing project to enhance the patient care environment by turning exterior landscaping into a calming, relaxing and healing locale for patients and visitors. Minimum donation of $500.
Digital Mammography Upgrade
Support the advancement of medical technology at CVMC by helping us purchase a digital mammography system! The addition of this equipment to our facility will complete the medical imaging department's transition to fully digital capabilities.
For more information on the CVMC Hospital Foundation, contact Marilyn Presti, Foundation Executive Director at mpresti@cvmchospital.org or (775) 782-1554.
Donations can be sent to:
Carson Valley Medical Center Hospital Foundation
1107 Hwy 395 Gardnerville, NV 89410

