Northeast Georgia Health System Foundation

01/23/2026

When Dahlonega resident Leon Rubin spent 10 days in our care, he was so moved by the care he received that he wrote a letter to the The Dahlonega Nugget calling NGMC Lumpkin "a treasure to our community."

We recently had the privilege of bringing Mr. Rubin, his wife Suzi, and caregiver Rebecca back together with the care team who made such a difference during his stay. Nurses Becky Barrere, Keegan Goble, Myra Alexander, and Jayleen Harrier, along with Chaplain Gary Emmons, gathered to hear his thanks in person.

Thank you to our incredible team at NGMC Lumpkin for the compassionate care that supported both Mr. Rubin and his family when they needed it most.

01/22/2026

We're proud to honor the legacy of Cheryl Shippey with the Cheryl Shippey Memorial golf tournament on May 12, 2026, at Legends at Chateau Elan!

Proceeds support the expansion of NGMC Braselton's Emergency Department, doubling its size to better serve our growing community. We're grateful to our presenting sponsor, Jackson EMC, and to everyone who helps make this day possible. Whether you join us as a golfer, sponsor, or supporter, you're carrying forward Cheryl's passion for our community's health.

Learn more and get involved at nghs.com/csm.

01/08/2026

We’re so grateful for Dr. Pepper Brown! He recently celebrated his final surgery, marking the end of an incredible career as a surgeon. Since January 2020, Dr. Brown has also served as Chairman of the Board for the NGHS Foundation, helping guide our community’s generous support of over $60 million for programs, equipment, and technology that benefit patient care. His dedication to NGHS extends far beyond the operating room—he’s touched countless lives and shaped the future of healthcare in our community. Thank you, Dr. Brown, for your years of compassionate service and unwavering commitment to making our community healthier and stronger. Your work though, is not yet done Mr. Chairman!

01/07/2026

We're excited to welcome Dr. Danielle Ofri as the presentor for this year's Henry S. Jennings, Jr., MD, Visiting Lectureship in Medical Humanities on Monday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m. in NGMC Gainesville's Walters Auditorium.

Thanks to a signature gift from the Jennings family to the NGHS Foundation, the Jennings Lectureship brings outstanding scholars to our community each year to honor Dr. Jennings' legacy of compassionate care and dedication to healthcare education.

Dr. Ofri is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine and Editor-in-Chief of the Bellevue Literary Review. Her presentation will explore the vital connection between physician and patient.

Learn more at https://events.nghs.com/event/henry-s-jennings-jr-md-visiting-lectureship-in-medical-humanities-4248

We are excited to announce the speaker for the Henry. S. Jennings, Jr., MD, Visiting Lectureship in Medical Humanities for 2026—Dr. Danielle Ofri, author of What Doctors Feel: How Emotions Affect the Practice of Medicine.

Dr. Ofri will present A Singular Intimacy: Connecting the Bridge between Doctor and Patient.

In addition to being an author, Dr. Ofri is a clinical professor of medicine at New York University School of Medicine and editor-in-chief of the Bellevue Literary Review.

To learn more about the February 9 lectureship and to join us on this special evening, visit the link in our comments.

Physician credits awarded. All are welcome!

12/31/2025

We're so inspired by 10-year-old Ravi this Love Light season! After learning how Hospice of NGMC cares for patients and families at the end of life, he set up a hot cider and cookie stand in his neighborhood and raised $200. He even volunteered at the Love Light Gift of Remembrance service!

Love Light donations help Hospice of NGMC support patients and families through grief and remembrance. Thank you, Ravi, for showing us what generosity and compassion look like! Learn more at nghs.com/love-light.

12/19/2025

We're so grateful to the Tallulah Falls Middle School Lady Indians basketball team for their incredible "Ballin for Books" drive. They collected more than 100 children's books for patients and their families in the NICU at NGMC Gainesville. Thank you to the Lady Indians for showing us that teamwork extends far beyond the court!

12/17/2025

We're so grateful to the Mighty Mabel Foundation for their generous gift of 28 NICU Bright Boxes to our NICUs at NGMC Gainesville and Braselton! The Mighty Mabel Foundation is dedicated to spreading joy and extending kindness to families with special needs and medically fragile children. The Bright Boxes will bring comfort and support to NICU families during some of their most challenging moments.

12/15/2025

We're so grateful to Love Your Story, who partnered with Chateau Foot and Ankle Center, for their recent donation of more than 300 books to the NGMC Braselton NICU! 📚

Love Your Story is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting NICU families through the power of storytelling and literacy. Over the years, they've donated hundreds of books to our tiniest patients and their families, creating moments of comfort and connection during challenging times. They've even helped develop standard admission materials to welcome and support families as they begin their NICU journey.

12/09/2025

Camp Braveheart provides a safe space for children going through grief and loss—a place where they can heal, connect, and simply be kids again.

This vital program is made possible by generous donors who support Hospice of NGMC. This holiday season, you can help continue this work by giving a Love Light in honor or memory of someone special.

Learn more about Love Light and support Camp Braveheart at the link in our comments.

12/01/2025

Thank you to J.M. Huber Corporation for their designation of $150,000 to NGMC Lumpkin through the Rural Hospital Tax Credit program. What makes this gift even more special is that Huber employees chose our hospital as the organization they wanted to support this year. During their recent check presentation and hospital tour, we were honored to show them firsthand how their generosity will strengthen healthcare in our community.

Learn more about how you can support rural healthcare at the link in our comments.

11/27/2025

We're thankful for you today and every day.

Your generous support of our mission is changing lives and strengthening our community's health every single day. When we think of you, we see kindness, vision, and purposeful giving. We see family, legacy, and joy. We see caring hearts invested in something bigger than ourselves.

Thank you for sharing your time, talent, and treasure with us. Thank you for being mission-driven and for your gracious, giving spirit. Together, we're making a real difference.

11/25/2025

We're so grateful to everyone who joined us for the Mile to Remember walk during National Hospice Week! Gathering together in honor and memory of loved ones reminds us of the incredible strength of our community.

This holiday season, you can support essential services and programs for families and patients of Hospice of NGMC by giving a Love Light. Love Light is a meaningful way to honor or remember someone special while ensuring compassionate hospice care continues for those who need it most. Learn more and give your gift today at https://bit.ly/3RdHyFb