Martin County Care from the Heart VIM Gala
Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic hosted their highly anticipated annual VIM Gala at the Willoughby Golf Club on Saturday, Feb. 10th, 2024, bringing together over 150 enthusiastic supporters, raising funds, and celebrating the clinic's ongoing mission. The event successfully raised over $300,000, contributing to the clinic's operating budget and enabling the continuation of its mission to provide over $9 million in free health care services to eligible Martin County residents in need annually.
The gala's theme, Care from the Heart, set the stage for an evening of celebration and philanthropy. Gala chairs Judi Powell and Bob Truckenmiller welcomed the crowd sharing, “My life experiences have led me to know that angels exist. Angels manifest themselves through good people doing good deeds for worthy people. The doctors, nurses, and staff, and the volunteers and donors at VIM are all angels.”
During the gala, FVIM Board President Chuck Cleaver expressed his gratitude, stating, “'Care from the Heart' isn't just a theme for tonight – it's what drives us every day to make a difference in the lives of Martin County residents.”
Libby, a patient at the clinic, shared her heartfelt story, illustrating the profound impact of VIM Clinic on individuals like herself and the community.
98 percent of all funds raised go directly to patient services. That’s possible because VIM Clinic is staffed primarily by volunteers and receives support from community partners such as Cleveland Clinic Martin Health which donates nearly $5 million worth of lab tests and other services.
Executive Director Mary Fields shared her reflections on the clinic's impact, saying, "This gala's success directly impacts our community's health. It's 'Care from the Heart' in action.”
As VIM Clinic welcomes its 29th year of operation, the organization remains committed to ensuring that all eligible Martin County residents receive the highest quality of compassionate care. The annual VIM Gala exemplifies the collective mission of the community towards this noble cause.
About Volunteers in Medicine Clinic
Since 1995 Volunteers in Medicine Clinic has been providing comprehensive medical care to uninsured Martin County adults, through the efforts and expertise of a small staff and volunteer medical and lay personnel, at no charge to the patient. VIM Clinic is located at 417 SE Balboa Avenue in Stuart, Florida. For more information, please contact 772.463.4128 or visit online at www.vimclinic.net
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