Sierra View Foundation

The Sierra View (SV) Foundation was established in 1992 as a non-profit 501c(3) organization. The Foundation is a separate entity from Sierra View Medical Center and is guided by a 17-member voluntary board of local community leaders.

The Foundation's Mission

The mission of the SV Foundation is primarily to invest in the future by promoting community philanthropy, building lasting relationships, and promoting a positive image of Sierra View Medical Center. The Foundation approaches this mission in three primary ways: Raising funds and awareness for the hospital, encouraging donors to have a lasting legacy, and seeking grant opportunities to expand and strengthen healthcare services.

Giving During COVID-19

Our clinical teams — doctors, nurses, technicians and support staff — are working around the clock to help patients with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

We are humbled by the generosity of the members of our community who have asked how they can help support our staff and patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. With your help, together we can make a difference in the lives of patients, healthcare workers and staff members right here at home in Porterville. Here are the ways you can help right now:

Financial Donations:

We have set up an Emergency Relief Fund and welcome your donations to help us combat COVID-19. Your gift can support the purchase of hospital supplies, protective gear for clinical staff, respiratory equipment; direct patient care services including; community prevention and outreach.

Donate Food:

We are currently welcoming food deliveries from restaurants. Our teams are grateful for the kindness of our community in bringing warm meals to our facilities.

Guidelines:

• Food donations must be dropped off at a pre-arranged location only.
• Food must contain explicit labeling for food-sensitive groups (i.e. dairy, nut, soy, gluten, etc.).

Please contact Brandi Holmes at 559-788-6156 or BHolmes@sierra-view.com for more details and to make arrangements.

Donate Supplies:

Like all hospitals nationwide, we are working to ensure an adequate supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other critical medical supplies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some guidelines for individuals and businesses interested in donating these critical supplies and supporting our frontline healthcare workers and patients.

Much-needed items:

• N95 masks (3M, 1860, 1860S, 1870, 8110S, 9210, 9105S or similar codes)
• Disinfectant Wipes (PDI, Clorox, CaviWipes, Medline)
• Bleach wipes (PDI, Clorox, CaviWipes, Medline)
• Isolation or surgical gowns
• Small Hand Sanitizer containers

Please contact Marketing with questions at marketing@sierra-view.com. To donate contact Sandra Clifton at 559-788-6061 or SCliftonEspinola@sierra-view.com to make arrangements.

Donate Handmade Face Coverings:

We continue welcoming handmade face coverings. Please find additional guidance regarding this project on our face coverings page.

Donate Blood:

Our Central Valley community depend on your blood donations to keep our patients healthy. Please consider donating blood to the Central California Blood Center today.

• Nearest location to Porterville: Visalia Donor Center, 2245 W. Caldwell Ave., 93277. Phone: 559-302-1300
• Appointments are encouraged: Please visit donateblood.org to make arrangements.

For additional information, please contact Carmella Lamb, Community Development Supervisor for Central California Blood Center.

Office phone: 559-302-1301. Mobile phone: 559-612-7995. Email: CLamb@donateblood.org.

Send a Message to an SVMC Frontline Healthcare Worker:

You can brighten up our day by sending an encouraging message to a Frontline Healthcare Worker at Sierra View Medical Center.

Simply send an email to marketing@sierra-view.com and we will share out your heartfelt message with our teams.

Thank you so much for all of your support to SVMC during this difficult time.

Other Ways to Support the Sierra View Foundation

How else can you support the Sierra View Foundation mission? The Sierra View Foundation accepts gifts throughout the year. We will be happy to work with you to discover the best way for you to help our community through planned GIFTS and donations. We can also assist you in establishing recurring donations, and the Foundation encourages donors to include the SV Foundation in wills, trusts and estate plans to ensure long-standing relationships.

While events are on hold for the moment, the two key events for our Foundation have been the Annual Sierra View Golf Classic and the Annual Gala.

Learn More About the SV Foundation

We invite you to learn more about our Foundation and how you can help improve the future of healthcare in the community of Porterville. We provide information about the following:

• Our Board
• Our Events
• Planned Giving
• Levels of Giving