Donor Stories
An Inspiring Act of Generosity
Captain Wallace Greeley built the hospital in memory of his beloved wife Mary and gave it to the City of Ames. Since opening in 1916, Mary Greeley Medical Center has provided generations of central Iowans with accessible, high quality health care.
The hospital has grown with the region. This growth has been made possible by the generosity of donors who have followed Captain Greeley’s moving example.
Gifts to the Mary Greeley Foundation improve lives and communities. They impact all aspects of our patient care. They fund opportunities for hospital staff to advance their skills. They support programs that encourage healthy lifestyles. They support the medical center’s mission to take care of the whole patient.
Captain Greeley’s dream was that the hospital named for his wife would provide help and hope for people for many, many years. Gifts to Mary Greeley Medical Center help ensure that dream continues to be a reality.
A Shining Example of Generosity
For decades, Suzan (Suzy) and Dr. John Shierholz have generously supported Mary Greeley Medical Center as donors and volunteers. Their extraordinary contributions were recently honored with the Foundation’s Greeley Award.
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Scholarship Recipient’s Vision is Fueled by Volunteer Service
Growing up in a family that values education and community service, Arunadee Fernando was inspired to pursue a career where she could make a meaningful impact on people's lives. After volunteering at Mary Greeley Medical Center as a teenager, she found the place she wanted to make that impact.
Read more about Arunadee's Story
Grant Ensures Newborns Receive Timely Care
In the hours after giving birth to her new baby boy, nothing seemed out of the ordinary to Rachel Fleck King or her husband, Brad. Little Raylan entered the world just after noon on February 16, 2024, at 8 pounds, 14 ounces and 21 inches long. He was active as he got acclimated to his new surroundings on the Birthways Unit at Mary Greeley Medical Center.
Read more about Raylan's Birth Story
Partnership Providing Students Practical Experience
In an increasingly competitive job market, hiring qualified entry-level nurses is crucial to ensure patients receive the high-quality care they need and deserve. In 2022, Mary Greeley Medical Center launched an innovative strategy focused on establishing clinical instructor partnerships with area nursing schools.
Learn more about how the Mary Greeley Foundation Supports Clinical Instructors
