MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation

08/27/2025

It was a day (and night) of celebrations! 🎉 At MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, caring goes beyond the bedside. Our incredible staff not only provide outstanding care but also support our nonprofit hospital through personal giving. To honor them, we shared a free Buffalo Wild Wings lunch and treated our night shift to a "Thanks a Latte" cart.

Your compassion makes Simply Better care possible — thank you!

08/08/2025

At MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, Caring is our Calling. That’s why we’re proud to share a free, new resource during Make-A-Will Month: FreeWill, an online tool that helps you create a legal will in just 20 to 30 minutes.

You can:
• Protect your loved ones and your assets
• Name guardians for children or dependents
• Share your wishes with clarity and confidence
• Leave a legacy that reflects your values

FreeWill is secure, easy to use, and available from home. It can also be paired with an attorney for complex estates. As you plan, you may choose to include a gift to Saddleback Medical Center Foundation to support future generations.

Learn more at FreeWill.com/MemorialCareSaddleback or contact Michael Crvarich, executive director, legacy giving, MemorialCare Orange County Region at mcrvarich@memorialcare.org.

08/07/2025

United by a shared purpose, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation and Orange Coast Medical Foundation gathered at the Moulton Museum to reflect, reconnect and shape the future of philanthropy in Orange County. Through strategic goal setting, meaningful conversations and moments of fun and connection, we strengthened our vision to expand philanthropic support for the communities we serve.

We are grateful to the Moulton Museum for hosting us and helping us explore the rich history of the land surrounding Saddleback Medical Center, where our mission continues to grow as we work to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. The Moulton family has played a vital role in Orange County’s history, and we were honored to learn more about their lasting impact on the region.

08/07/2025

Empowering our team through continued education is one of the many meaningful ways donors invest in exceptional patient care at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. Thanks to the generosity of our community, over $71,000 in scholarships were awarded to 19 Saddleback Medical Center employees pursuing higher education in their fields. Hosted by Saddleback Medical Center Foundation, the awards ceremony featured Elizabeth “Liz” Chassagne, BSN, RN, NE-BC, a scholarship recipient and esteemed guest speaker. Liz serves as operations manager for the Heart & Vascular Unit and is currently pursuing a graduate degree from the University of Michigan focused on leadership, analytics and innovation in health care.

The continued generosity of our donors is helping to shape the future of health care by supporting those who care for our community. We extend our warmest congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients for this well-earned achievement. 🎓

08/01/2025

From breakthrough heart surgeries to compassionate programs for aging adults, your generosity powers the circle of philanthropy at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center.

It’s more than care — it’s personal. And it’s why Saddleback continues to lead with heart, setting the standard for community-centered health care in Orange County.

Join our friend, Legacy Circle member and Saddleback volunteer Lloyd Takahashi as he flips through our latest newsletter and see how your impact is changing lives here: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/168255541/

05/30/2025

It’s always heartwarming when someone makes a donation in honor of a compassionate caregiver — a beloved physician, a dedicated nurse. But when multiple donations come in recognizing an entire department? That’s truly special!

We proudly celebrated the Dermody Emergency Care team, who received over half a dozen donations this year through our Guardian Angel program. Their unwavering commitment to compassionate care has clearly touched many lives. Each team member was honored with a Guardian Angel pin and a sweet treat — a small token of our immense gratitude!

Have you or a loved one been impacted by exceptional care? Say “thank you” in a meaningful way by making a gift through our Guardian Angel program. Text ANGEL to 41444 to make a tribute gift and thank the doctor, nurse, or caregiver who went above and beyond. 💜

05/27/2025

We were thrilled to welcome Frank’s Irvine Subaru to the Irma Feldcamp Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center for a generous check presentation!

Thanks to the Subaru Share the Love Event, an incredible $32,853 was donated to support women’s health and our newborn babies.

With longtime partners like Frank’s Irvine Subaru, we’re able to expand women’s health initiatives and provide compassionate, high-quality care to our tiniest patients. Your support brings hope, healing and brighter beginnings to families in our community — thank you for being a true part of our circle of philanthropy.

Pictured: Saddleback Medical Center Foundation team, our amazing Feldcamp NICU nursing staff, the Frank’s Irvine Subaru team, and Brandi Cassingham, vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer (second from right).

05/13/2025

At MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, we are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and leading-edge cancer care—ensuring patients receive the best possible treatment close to home. As cancer care continues to evolve, so must our technology and patient resources.

Your support enables investments in the latest innovations in cancer treatment and early detection, as well as vital resources like genetic counseling, nutritional support, cancer nurse navigators, and survivorship support groups. Thank you for your generosity in helping us deliver exceptional, holistic cancer care to those who need it most.

05/13/2025

On May 3, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation hosted a record-breaking Spring Gala at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, raising $862,000 to support the mission of Saddleback Medical Center.

From limoncello martinis to a heartfelt story of healing from cancer, guests were transported to a Capri-inspired evening filled with elegance and purpose.

The Fund-A-Need segment of the program raised $165,500 to advance cancer care at Saddleback Medical Center — investing in services such as nurse navigation, nutritional support, genetic counseling and survivorship programs, helping us deliver exceptional, holistic cancer care to those who need it most.

Whether you joined us in person or supported from afar, we raise a toast to you. Your philanthropy fuels our mission to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. Thank you for making this night unforgettable.

05/13/2025

04/02/2025

282,968 patients. That’s how many lives were touched by the compassionate care of our exceptional team at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center in 2024—all made possible by your generosity.

We are truly grateful for your kindness and support over the past year. Because of you, we’re making a real difference in our community, and we look forward to continuing this journey together.

View the link to see the impact you’ve made: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGdoPqbXrE/ra76KglVGB5Vvtbp8y0u8w/view?utm_content=DAGdoPqbXrE&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h56586a5835

03/30/2025

Happy National Doctors’ Day! Today, we celebrate our exceptional physicians who provide quality, compassionate care to our patients every day. If a physician has made a difference in your life, honor them through our Guardian Angel program.

Text ANGEL to 41444 to make a tribute gift and say thank you to the doctor, nurse, or caregiver who went above and beyond. You can write a personal message with your gift, and we’ll mail it to your physician honoree with a Guardian Angel card. We will also present them with a Guardian Angel pin to wear proudly on their white coat.

Whether they saved your life or cared for your newborn, a Guardian Angel gift is a meaningful way to express your gratitude.