December 12, 2025

Gingerbread Houses at AdventHealth Polk

The Hospital Foundation and AdventHealth Polk worked with employees to decorate gingerbread houses in preparation for the Christmas season. The winners were chosen from almost 20 entries created by departments or individuals.

1st Place & People's Choice - High Rise - was created by AdventHealth Polk's Environmental Services

2nd Place - After Helene - was created by Foothills Medical

3rd Place - Pink Ribbon House - was created by Darby Craig

Employees at AdventHealth Polk participated in the annual gingerbread house competition again this year. Trustees from The Hospital Foundation, Linda Schutter, Tom Trobaugh, Linda Greensfelder, Bill Miller, Ben Ellington, and Juli Haynie chose this year's winner.

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2026 Ache Around The Lake

August 6, 2026
The 2026 Ache Around The Lake is scheduled for October 10th at Lake Lanier. This year, we will have 3 events on Race day: 1 Mile Fun Run for Kids, 2 mile Walk Run for kids and adults, and the 8KM Ache Around Lake Lanier. To register for the events, please visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Tryon/AcheAroundtheLake8K

Every Donation Makes A Difference

July 15, 2026
The Hospital Foundation in support of AdventHealth Polk is always happy to receive a donation of any size. During Coon Dog Day in Saluda, NC, a community member made a heartfelt donation of two dollars as her way of supporting our local hospital. Every donation allows the Foundation to support AdvenHealth Polk by purchasing equipment and sponsoring programs.

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.