Giving

Through the generous support of community members, grateful patients and families, local foundations, and corporate philanthropy, Cayuga Health can fulfill its mission of delivering the highest quality of care, one person at a time.

Cayuga Medical Center Foundation

Give Today.

Your support ensures compassionate, high-quality healthcare. Right here at Cayuga Medical Center.

At Cayuga Medical Center, we are deeply invested in remaining a strong, independent, locally controlled and operated healthcare system. Your gift enable us to be truly responsive to our community and to deliver the care our patients and families need and deserve.

To make a donation by mail, please send your check to the address listed below. Please make the check payable to the Cayuga Medical Center Foundation. You can make a secure donation over the phone, or call with questions, by contacting (607) 274-4284.

Cayuga Medical Center Foundation
101 Dates Drive
Ithaca, NY 14850

Matching Gifts: The Human Resource department at your place of employment will let you know if a matching gift is an option for you.

Business Gifts: Comprehensive healthcare services play a crucial role for local businesses and organizations to grow and thrive and attract talented newcomers. Your gift will help sustain this vision.

Stocks & Appreciated Securities: Stock gifts make an excellent opportunity to support the hospital while avoiding paying capital gains tax.

To learn more about major gifts and naming opportunities, please contact Steph Bailey at 607-274-4284.

A planned gift is deferred contribution that can be made using wills & trusts, securities, or gifts of properties of stock or property. These gifts can leave a legacy. To learn more about remembering Cayuga Medical Center in planning your will, retirement account or other long-term estate planning, please contact Steph Bailey at 607-274-4284.

Honor your loved ones by making a gift to the Cayuga Medical Center Foundation.

Contact us
607-274-4284

contact us

General Questions
Email: [email protected]

By Mail
Cayuga Medical Center Foundation
101 Dates Drive
Ithaca, NY 14850

Steph Bailey
System Director of Philanthropy
Phone: (607) 274-4106
Email: [email protected]

Our Mission, Impact, and More
The Cayuga Medical Center Foundation secures, manages and distributes gifts to support Cayuga Medical Center and its facilities. Your investment allows Cayuga Medical Center to fulfill its mission of delivering the highest quality healthcare, one person at a time.
At Cayuga Health, we take our responsibility to our community to heart. We work hard to make sure the optimal equipment, technology, facilities and people are in place to give you the highest quality of healing – right here in your back yard. Donations to the Cayuga Medical Center Foundation are necessary to make that happen. The Cayuga Medical Center Foundation supports Cayuga Medical Center and its related medical facilities by fulfilling needs to provide the best care for you and your family.

Who chooses the way your money is spent? You do. Designate you gift for our general fund or toward one of our current fundraising initiatives. You can read about our current initiatives below or call Steph Bailey at 607-274-4284.

Greatest Need Fund: Responding to the ever-changing healthcare environment.

Scholarship Fund: Supporting employees as they advance their healthcare careers.  

COVID-19 Response Fund: Addressing the specific needs related to the COVID-19 pandemic

A Board of Trustees governs the Cayuga Medical Center. Our Board consists of community volunteers with a keen interest in and passion for Cayuga Medical Center and ensuring the best possible care is available locally.

Brian Wilbur, President
Thomas Evans, Vice President
Markeisha Miner, Secretary
Jerry Mickelson, Treasurer
Julie Crowley
Mark Kreydt
Andy Sciarabba
Lisa Seyfried

Steph Bailey

Steph Bailey
Executive Director
Phone: (607)274-4106
Email: [email protected]

Frank Towner
Gift Officer
Phone: (607) 274-4139
Email: [email protected]

what our patients are saying

“I have had many occasions visiting CMC for myself and family. We have never had a bad experience there at all. Last October I had surgery and the nurses were amazing especially my night nurse. Thank you to all CMC staff for doing what you do every day with a smile.”

“I have been a Hemo dialysis patient for almost Five years. Prior to dialysis and during dialysis I have had several trips to the ER, due to other health issues & was admitted to CMC more than a few times. Each and every time I’ve been there, whether in patient or out, I have been treated with respect, professionalism, and efficiency. I give this hospital 2 thumbs up!! Thank you CMC for taking care of me all these years!!”

“The staff and accommodations at Cayuga Birthplace are amazing!!! This is what it I imagine it would feel like to be a celebrity getting VIP treatment. I wish I could stay longer – even the food options are 5 Star! The amenities are great. Everything is clean and designed beautifully. Not a single complaint, only praises!”

“I have to say the last couple visits that I’ve had here have been wonderful. About a month ago I had an EGD and the staff were amazing! Explained everything in detail and made me feel at ease. I was very nervous and the nurse I had was very comforting. Tonight we had to take my son to the emergency room and they were awesome with him! We got right in. “