St. Joseph's Hospitals Foundation

St. Joseph's Hospitals Foundation The Foundation inspires philanthropic support for St. Joseph’s Hospital, Children’s Hospital, Women’s Hospital, St. Joseph’s-North and St. Joseph's-South. St.

Joseph’s Hospitals Foundation inspires the community to engage in philanthropic opportunities to invest in the unique brand of care found at our five hospitals: St. Joseph’s Hospital, St. Joseph's Children’s Hospital, St. Joseph's Women’s Hospital, St. Community support for St. Joseph’s reflects the trust and reliance generations of patients have had with us, preserving our rich tradition of compassionate care while fueling innovation and medical excellence.

12/18/2025

Today, St. Joseph's Children's Hospital hosted its annual Holiday Shop, turning the hospital into a winter-wonderland pop-up "store" where parents and guardians could pick out special gifts for their children spending the holidays in the hospital, completely free of charge. ❄️🎁

This program is made possible thanks to the generosity of donors, like our Presenting Sponsor Amazon.com, our Stocking Sponsor KAM Roofing Services, and Dunkin'. Also, a big thank you to the dedication of volunteers who gave their time, energy, and compassion to making the season brighter for everyone at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.

Together, we sprinkled comfort, joy, and a whole lot of holiday magic throughout the hospital. Thank you for helping the spirit of giving shine brighter than ever! ✨❤️🎄

For nearly 70 years, the St. Joseph’s Hospitals Auxiliary has been a pillar of compassion, service, and community suppor...
12/18/2025

For nearly 70 years, the St. Joseph’s Hospitals Auxiliary has been a pillar of compassion, service, and community support. What began in 1957, with dedicated volunteers and the opening of the very first hospital gift shop, has grown into an extraordinary legacy that continues to shape the future of care for families across Tampa Bay.

Today, we are honored to share that the Auxiliary has generously gifted $1 million to support the construction of the new freestanding Pagidipati Children’s Hospital at St. Joseph’s, opening in 2030. This transformational gift reflects decades of dedication from nearly 400 volunteers across four hospital campuses who give their time to operate gift shops, host specialty sales, greet visitors, and champion programs that directly impact patients and families.

Thank you to the St. Joseph’s Hospitals Auxiliary for your remarkable legacy of kindness and your profound impact on the future of pediatric health care.

To read more about the St. Joseph's Hospitals Auxiliary's support, please visit: https://bit.ly/49dp3IL

Every year-end gift to St. Joseph’s Hospitals Foundation supports patients, families, and caregivers across our hospital...
12/17/2025

Every year-end gift to St. Joseph’s Hospitals Foundation supports patients, families, and caregivers across our hospitals, and right now, your support goes even further! Board Member Tom Payant and his wife Robyn have seen firsthand how their support has brought compassionate care to Tampa Bay. And thanks to their generosity, all donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000 through Dec. 31.

Make your year-end gift count, TWICE! https://giving.classy.org/campaign/737903/donate

Thank you to the Board of Trustees at Berkeley Preparatory School for volunteering at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital t...
12/16/2025

Thank you to the Board of Trustees at Berkeley Preparatory School for volunteering at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital this week! Thanks to their support, we were able to deliver holiday cheer by painting hospital windows, creating comfort baskets and providing craft activities for our young patients. As they enter the hospital, spend time in the lobby and walk the halls, we want them to be reminded that this is a season of hope and joy. We appreciate the Board of Trustees efforts to make the holidays a little brighter for all! 🎄🎁❄️

A huge thank you to our generous team members for spreading holiday cheer to 31 families through St. Joseph’s Hospitals ...
12/15/2025

A huge thank you to our generous team members for spreading holiday cheer to 31 families through St. Joseph’s Hospitals Mission Basket program! 🎁✨

Each year, this meaningful gift drive supports families of former patients who need a little extra help during the holidays. What began in 1993 has grown into a beloved tradition, and a festive, friendly competition, where hospital departments transform donated gifts into creative holiday displays filled with cheer.

Keebler Straz and Virginia Bowden Nunn joined the fun as Foundation judges, making this heartwarming tradition even more special.

The State of Florida has officially designated BayCare’s St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa as the BayCare Behavioral Health...
12/12/2025

The State of Florida has officially designated BayCare’s St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa as the BayCare Behavioral Health Teaching Hospital at St. Joseph’s, a major milestone in expanding access to behavioral health services across our region.

This recognition underscores BayCare’s long-standing commitment to delivering compassionate, innovative mental health care and training the next generation of behavioral health professionals. Through a partnership with the Florida State University College of Medicine, St. Joseph’s Hospital will help lead the way in addressing the growing need for mental health services in West Central Florida.

From inpatient and outpatient services to innovative programs supporting veterans, first responders, and schools, St. Joseph’s Hospital continues to be a trusted community resource and a leader in behavioral health.

To read more about this exciting advancement, please visit: https://bit.ly/48iCkjY

Holiday magic is in the air across St. Joseph's Hospital,St. Joseph's Hospital-South, and St. Joseph's Hospital - North!...
12/11/2025

Holiday magic is in the air across St. Joseph's Hospital,St. Joseph's Hospital-South, and St. Joseph's Hospital - North! 🎄✨

We gathered to bless the Christmas trees, share songs of the season, and celebrate the incredible people who make the hospitals feel like home.

12/10/2025

This week is Winter Water Safety Week, and St. Joseph's Children's Hospital Foundation has joined Watermelon Swim LLC to highlight a critical truth: drowning remains the leading cause of death for children under five, and incidents are rising in our community.

On Tampa Bay's Morning Blend, Frankie Beatty, Regional Vice President at Watermelon Swim, and BayCare Kids Medical Director, Dr. Christina Canody, mentioned that our collaboration focuses on year-round swim safety, continuous lessons proven to reduce drowning risk, and accessible education for families.

From community presentations to hands-on survival skills in the pool, we’re committed to ensuring every family has the knowledge and confidence to stay safe in and around water, every season of the year.

Meet Lily, St. Joseph's Hospital - North’s new full-time facility dog, whose calming presence is already transforming th...
12/10/2025

Meet Lily, St. Joseph's Hospital - North’s new full-time facility dog, whose calming presence is already transforming the care experience for patients, families and team members.

During her 10-day stay, patient Diane Sabel formed a special bond with Lily, sharing, “She came right back to me… it’s like Lily is my own dog. Lily gave me a hug and even got in bed with me to give love.”

From easing anxiety in therapy sessions to brightening the day of anyone who crosses her path, Lily brings comfort, companionship and healing that goes far beyond clinical care. To read more about Lily and her journey, please visit: https://bit.ly/4rxWYnw

Looking to spread some holiday cheer? At St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, the annual Holiday Shop, on December 18, tran...
12/08/2025

Looking to spread some holiday cheer? At St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, the annual Holiday Shop, on December 18, transforms the Medical Arts Building Auditorium into a magical, free “pop-up shop” where families of hospitalized children can choose gifts for their loved ones. 🎁❄️🎄

This heartwarming program is powered by community generosity, and you can be part of it! Scan the QR code to donate toys or email SJHFoundation@BayCare.org to start your own toy drive to help bring holiday magic to children receiving care at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital.

12/05/2025

What began as a smooth pregnancy for Jessica Ingle took an unexpected turn at just 24 weeks and 4 days, when her water suddenly broke. She thought she would be heading right back home, but instead, found herself facing a high-risk journey she never anticipated.

For 21 days, Jessica remained in the High-Risk Maternity Unit at St. Joseph's Women's Hospital, where her nurse Aracely Blesy became her steady source of comfort, reassurance, and expert care. Aracely stayed by her side through every moment, including the frightening moment that she experienced a cord prolapse. She calmly guided Jessica, reminding her she could still feel her baby’s heartbeat and that everything would be okay. Aracely continued supporting Jessica through an emergency C-section, and on May 31, 2025, baby Cash entered the world.

He was immediately cared for by the NICU team, who helped the Ingles family navigate every step with compassion, clear communication, and hope. After 100 days in the NICU, Cash finally went home, strong, loved, and surrounded by a community that never stopped believing in him.

When Tucker Witte first noticed swelling around his eye, he assumed it was a routine football injury. But after the brui...
12/04/2025

When Tucker Witte first noticed swelling around his eye, he assumed it was a routine football injury. But after the bruising worsened, tests at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital revealed something far more serious, a rare 5.5-inch tumor between his brain and eye, later diagnosed as Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, an extremely uncommon form of cancer in teens.

The diagnosis was challenging, but Tucker wasn’t alone. His care team at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital rallied around him, coordinating with national specialists to create the most personalized and effective treatment plan. Through 12 cycles of advanced chemotherapy, Tucker pushed forward with incredible resilience, even managing to play in 9 of 13 football games thanks to the support, strategy, and compassion of those caring for him.

His nurses and doctors didn’t just provide treatment, they showed up at his games, cheered him on, and became part of Team Tucker in every sense. Almost a year after his first injection, Tucker rang the bell, marking the end of treatment and the beginning of a new chapter.

Thanks to the expert, heartfelt care he received, Tucker and his family are looking ahead to the bright future he deserves. To read more about Tucker's story, please visit: https://bit.ly/3LXyZhp

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