The Hospital Foundation's mission is to support AdventHealth Polk and its employees as they provide exemplary healthcare for our community.

Employee

We support the doctors, nurses and other team members who choose our local hospital as their place to serve patients and build meaningful careers.

Hospital

We support AdventHealth Polk by helping fund the purchase of essential equipment and services to strengthen care delivery at your local hospital.

Community

We support our local community through educational programing, fitness activities, and community programs focused on helping keep everyone healthy.

Foundation News & Updates

Car, Truck & Bike Show Winners

June 29, 2026
The Hospital Foundation was fortunate to have over 70 Cars, Trucks, & Motorcycles at this year's Men's Health Tune-Up. The new location, Polk County Middle School, provided a great venue to show the vehicles. Pictured above are with winners for each category with the Foundation's Executive Director Dave Scherping. Follow The Hospital Foundation on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thehospitalfoundation to learn more about our activities in the community.

2026 Men's Health Tune-Up

June 26, 2026
The Hospital Foundation in support of AdventHealth Polk was excited to sponsor the opening concert of the 2026 Summer Tracks concert series. The Summer Tracks concert series is organized by Peter Eisenbrown and brings great performers to Rogers Park. The Foundation was fortunate to sponsor the performance of Sweet Megg.

Women's Clinic Grand Opening

June 17, 2026
AdventHealth Polk recently held the Grand Opening for their new Obstetrics & Gynecology Office in Columbus. Irene Besser is the clinic's Certified Nurse Midwife and bring over 30 years of experience in OB/GYN services. The Hospital Foundation had Irene as the guest speaker at our Women's Ambassador event in April. Follow The Hospital Foundation on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thehospitalfoundation to learn more about our activities in the community.

Surgical Excellence Campaign

The Hospital Foundation and AdventHealth Polk are celebrating the successful completion of the Sustaining Surgical Excellence Campaign. This significant, community-supported effort strengthens surgical care for patients in Polk County and the surrounding region. The campaign concluded in June of 2026 with nearly $800,000 in surgical equipment purchased and installed in the hospital’s renovated operating rooms.

Make the Ache Around The Lake your training goal for this summer. You still have time to get ready!

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This year's Ache Around the Lake is scheduled for October 10th.  This is a great opportunity to support AdventHealth Polk while enjoying the beautiful Fall foliage around Lake Lanier near Tryon, NC. To learn more about the race, click the button below.

Grateful Patient Program

Through our Grateful Patient program, you can express your appreciation by donating to honor your caregiver.


We encourage you to support AdventHealth Polk while recognizing the individual who made the difference in your hospital or outpatient office visit. Your caregiver(s) will receive a certificate, acknowledgment letter, and a lapel pin announcing the donation made in their honor.


You can recognize any staff member for this special award. For example, the housekeeper who brought a smile to your face, the lab tech who made you comfortable, the nurse who went the extra mile, the doctor who took extra time to explain your treatment, or any other staff member that made a difference.

Men's Health Tune-Up

June is Men's Health Month, so the Foundation is doing our part to keep the men (and women) in our community healthy.  On June 20th, come out to see some classic cars, trucks and bike and then visit the "Tune-Up" tables for lab tests, evaluations, and breakfast.  Everyone is welcome to attend or show your vehicle in this Free event, made possible with support from AdventHealth Polk, The Polk County Community Foundation, and The Hospital Foundation in support of AdventHealth Polk.