A Lasting Impact
For Cindy Silcott, one of her favorite times of the year is when she can look back on the fundraising projects that she and her fellow TWIG members did over the past 12 months and actually see on paper the value of their hard work.
“My greatest reward as treasurer is writing the annual pledge check knowing the work and dedication of our TWIG members will benefit FMC,” said Cindy, who also serves as an InterTWIG representative and InterTWIG 2nd Vice President.
Being able to make a difference is what fuels all nine of FMC’s TWIGS, each of which serve as a fundraising arm for the FMC Foundation. TWIGS stands for Togetherness, Willingness, Imagination, Giving and Sharing, and each TWIG supports different areas of patient care at FMC. Currently, contributions received from all TWIGS total almost $4.4 million, money that has gone directly toward patient care, equipment, facility renovations and more.
“Being part of TWIG 16 is a constant reminder that kindness is its own reward, and volunteering to help others has made my life fuller,” said Lisa Deluse of TWIG 16, who also serves as an InterTWIG representative and InterTWIG President.
New members are always welcome to join a TWIG and help make a difference at FMC. Below is an overview of FMC’s nine TWIGS and their areas of interest within the organization. If you are interested in joining a TWIG, contact Amie Cohen, FMC Foundation, at 740-689-4976 or amy.cohen@fmchealth.org.
Article issued fall 2019 The Monitor magazine.
Areas of Interest
Area of Interest: Cancer Services
Major Fundraiser: Cancer Care Run (Oct.)Area of Interest: Emergency Department
Major Fundraiser: The Bargain Boutique, 1724 E. Main St., LancasterArea of Interest: Emergency Department
Major Fundraiser: In the Bag Sale (Sept.)“I joined TWIG because I believe in supporting our community. I also believe that the best patient-centered care is delivered at the local level.”
Anne Brown,
TWIG 6, InterTWIG representative and InterTWIG Past- PresidentArea of Interest: Drug & Substance Abuse
Major Fundraiser: Tree of Light (Nov.),
Bridge-O-RamaArea of Interest: Maternity Department
Major Fundraiser: Imlays Uniform Sale (Feb., May, Aug., Oct.), Electronics Show (Aug.)“TWIG members have the patients of FMC close at heart, and THAT’S the best kind of giving.”
Deb Nixon,
TWIG 9, InterTWIG
representative and
InterTWIG 1st Vice PresidentArea of Interest: Cardiovascular Services
Major Fundraiser: Wishes Gift Shop, located in the Main Lobby of FMCArea of Interest: Patient Care & Services
Major Fundraiser: Anthony Thomas Candy Sale (April & Dec.), Pie Sale (Oct. & May)Area of Interest: FMC’s Autism Camp
Major Fundraiser: Books Are Fun Sale (April & Nov.)“Volunteering for TWIG has brought me life-long friends and a feeling of contentment by being productive, making a difference and bringing a little cheer along the way.”
Lisa Deluse,
TWIG 16, InterTWIG
representative and
InterTWIG PresidentArea of Interest: Patient Care & Services
Major Fundraiser: Books & More Store, 1151 E. Main St., Lancaster“Our TWIG is different than others as we do not have many meetings or social events. We all work together as a team to support the Foundation and FMC by offering affordable books and other materials to the community.”
Cindy Silcott,
TWIG 17, InterTWIG
representative and
InterTWIG 2nd Vice
President