Grants serve as vital resources allocated to departments or clinics that seek to enhance their facilities, services, and overall patient care. These grants are specifically designated for acquiring medical equipment, software, and conducting minor facility upgrades, all aimed at improving patient outcomes and ensuring the safety of both patients and staff.

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These funds are utilized to procure essential equipment and software that can significantly impact the quality of care provided to multiple patients. Whether it's acquiring state-of-the-art medical devices, upgrading essential software systems to streamline operations, or implementing minor facility enhancements to create a safer environment for patients and staff, these grants play a pivotal role in advancing healthcare delivery.

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Furthermore, grants may draw upon restricted funds, which are earmarked for specific purposes, or a combination of restricted and unrestricted funds. This flexibility allows the Foundation to allocate resources efficiently, ensuring that grants are utilized effectively to address the most pressing needs within the healthcare facility while adhering to donor intentions and financial constraints.

Scholarships may be awarded to WhidbeyHealth medical professionals and employees drawing on funds designated specifically for scholarships, unrestricted funds, or a combination of both.

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The WhidbeyHealth Foundation Scholarship program aims to foster and support the dedication of WhidbeyHealth employees to delivering state-of-the-art care to our patients and their families. Whether through direct patient care or the enhancement of healthcare system efficiency and effectiveness, these scholarships empower employees to further their professional development.

 

Professional Development Programs

The Foundation's scholarships cover various professional development opportunities, including:

• Training classes

• Conference | Seminar 

• Apprenticeships

• Certification activities

 

Scholarship funds are intended to cover expenses such as class tuition, books, lab fees, and related transportation and housing costs in accordance with the WhidbeyHealth travel policy.

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Scholarships are NOT awarded for participation in classes or programs required to maintain existing certifications. Such expenses are expected to be covered through departmental budgets or the individual's personal funds.

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Employees Eligible to Submit Applications
Eligibility for scholarship applications is extended to any current full-time employee of WhidbeyHealth who meets the following criteria:​

• Has been employed continuously for at least one year

• Intends to remain employed by WhidbeyHealth for at least one continuous year following the completion of the scholarship-funded activity

• Has received a performance review rating of "meets expectations" or better

• Has no current disciplinary actions on their personnel file

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Scholarship Categories

• One-time, limited training events such as conferences or short-term classes

• WhidbeyHealth-endorsed multi-day or multi-session classes, such as LEAD for managers and similar programs for other roles within the organization

• Extensive programs spanning multiple semesters and involving formal degrees or advanced credentials. Employees awarded scholarships at this level are designated as "high value" by their management, and they are required to commit to remaining with WhidbeyHealth for at least two years following the completion of the program for which the award is given.

Vouchers disbursements are made in response to WhidbeyHealth medical professionals who request or authorize reimbursement for expenditures by or on behalf of individual patients. These vouchers serve as a means to access funds that have been designated to cover or reimburse expenses for individual out-patients.

 

They may be utilized for various purposes, including obtaining mobility aids such as walkers, canes, and braces, acquiring prescription medications, acquiring modest rehabilitation equipment or tools, and securing at-home conveniences to assist with daily routines such as hygiene, dressing, eating, and sleeping.

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WhidbeyHealth Pharmacy, Hospice, Emergency Department physicians, and occasionally other Medical Center physicians utilize vouchers for prescribing medications upon patients' release from the Medical Center. 

Capital projects represent significant initiatives that necessitate substantial funding and often involve a comprehensive fundraising campaign that mobilizes various funding sources over an extended period. These projects typically encompass the acquisition of high-cost equipment, implementation of specialized software systems, renovation of existing facilities, or even the construction of new infrastructure.

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Embarking on a capital project entails meticulous planning and coordination to secure the financial resources required for successful implementation. Fundraising efforts may involve engaging with individual donors, corporate sponsors, philanthropic foundations, and government agencies to garner the necessary support.

 

Additionally, capital projects often rely on a combination of fundraising strategies, such as direct donations, grants, sponsorships, and fundraising events, to maximize contributions and achieve fundraising goals.

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The scope and scale of capital projects demand careful consideration of budgetary constraints, project timelines, and the overall impact on patient care and facility operations. As such, capital projects represent significant investments aimed at enhancing the quality of healthcare services, expanding infrastructure capabilities, and ultimately benefiting the entire community served by the healthcare organization.