Volunteering at Community Hospital

About The Auxiliary and Fund Raisers

Auxiliary Officers

Installation of officers from left to right Daisy Merich,
Treasurer; Gayle Parr, President; Otie Anderson,
Vice President; Paula Nellans, Recording Secretary;
Mary Jo Holly, Corresponding Secretary.

The Auxiliary predates the hospital and was active in fund raising prior to our opening. This organization has grown from a small group of women who solicited donations to realize the dream of Community Hospital in Munster, Indiana, to a membership of 280 men and women. The money raised from all current and past events goes for designated purposes that have changed as the hospital has grown and expanded. The Auxiliary Scholarship Fund also has given more than 250 scholarships, now valued at $1,500 each. The scholarships are awarded to children of hospital employees who meet the criteria and are preparing to enter the field of health care. To date the Community Hospital Auxiliary has provided more than $2 million in support! Funds are raised from: Red Garter Shoppe, Red Garter Gift Cart and fund raisers.

Auxiliary Officers

  • Gayle Parr - President
  • Otie Anderson - Vice President
  • Paula Nellans - Recording Secretary
  • Mary Jo Holly - Corresponding Secretary
  • Daisy Merich - Treasurer

Red Garter Gift Shoppe

Hours: Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Weekends 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The hospital gift shoppe, located in the Main Lobby, offers a unique selection of affordable gifts, including: flowers, clothing, jewelry, greeting cards, stuffed animals, candles, potpourri, purses, snacks and convenience items. The shop is staffed by volunteers who are a part of Community Hospital Auxiliary. All net proceeds from the shoppe are donated to the hospital to benefit patient care services.

Fund Raiser Schedule for 2012

  • February 8 & 9 - Linen Sale
  • February 27 & 28 - Book Sale
  • March 22 & 23 - $6 Sale
  • May 2 - Highland Jewelers
  • September 17 & 18 - Linen Sale
  • October 11 & 12 - $6 Sale
  • November 1 & 2 - Book Sale
  • December 3 - Highland Jewelers

These events benefit our Scholarship Fund (Aux). 1st day hours of event all start at 9am - 5pm. 2nd day 8am - 4pm. Payments accepted include CHS payroll deduction, cash & credit.