Day 27

Today I will …

Pay it forward

Today is the day to pay it forward and provide happiness to a stranger, friend or relative. Perhaps you’ll pay for someone’s order in the drive-thru line, give up your spot in line at the grocery store or pass along a motivational quote to someone who needs it. When you choose to pay it forward, you are spreading joy and happiness to those around you. Whether you keep your good deed to yourself or share it on social with the hashtag #DGFGChallenge, we’re proud of you for making a difference today.

Daily Devotional

— Ephesians 5:1 (NIV) —

“Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children.”

HELPFUL TIP

Do good. Paying it forward has a positive effect not only on the recipient of your generosity but also on you! Doing good can improve self-esteem, strengthen the immune system and derail negative thinking.

Franciscan Health FOUNDATION

The Franciscan Health Foundation has more than 30 community-based programs that provide hope and comfort to those who need it. These programs address education, cancer care, hospice, health care access and more.

Share how you’re completing today’s challenge on social. Tag a friend to join the challenge with you! #DGFGChallenge

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Franciscan Health Foundation – Doing Good in Our Communities

P E A C E Initiative Programs

The PEACE Initiative combines the strength of each of the Franciscan Foundation offices to bring together doctors, partners and community members along with 18,000 Franciscan Alliance employees to impact those in need. Through a comprehensive giving program, each and every contribution has an impact on the future of communities where our patients and associates live, work, learn and play.

Elevate
your community’s access

Elevate your community’s access to state-of-the-art care and specialized services. Gifts to Elevate support programs at the forefront in the fight against cancer; doctors who lead the way in cutting-edge diagnosis and treatments; and medical professionals who provide faith-based, integrated healthcare for our communities.

PROGRAMS

Cancer Care

Among all the treatments and breakthroughs our doctors have made in managing side effects and treating cancer, the support and bond that brings us together is what makes us human. Our assistance extends to those who not only need emotional support, but financial as well. This is all part of why Franciscan Health is at the forefront in the fight against cancer.

Cardiac Care

A trusted leader in faith-based, integrated healthcare, Franciscan Health brings together the latest technology, innovative procedures and highly skilled and compassionate employees to serve our patients. Your gift to any of our hospitals helps us continue “Christ’s Ministry in our Franciscan Tradition” by serving everyone with respect and compassion.

Innovation Fund

One of the goals of Franciscan Health is to provide better care and better health at lower costs. Encouraging and stimulating pioneering ideas is one way to do that. Your support of our Innovation Fund gives us an opportunity to pursue innovative healthcare delivery models.

Lynn's Boutique

Your gift to Lynn’s Boutique in South Suburban Chicago helps women suffering from cancer regain a sense of personal pride that’s often lost or hidden during cancer treatment. The boutique provides a lovely and respectful environment for bra and prosthesis fittings.

Neonatal Intensive Care

When babies are born prematurely or with special health needs, they require specialized care. Franciscan Health’s Neonatal Intensive Care units provide the expert care and state-of-the-art technology needed to treat some of the most vulnerable newborn babies. Your gift to this unit is a gift to families in a time of crisis.