Foundation

About Us

In 1998, the Board of Directors of Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) created a charitable foundation in order to provide charitable and educational services for the benefit of BCMH, its employees and the community. The Bates County Community Health Foundation (BCCHF) qualifies as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions made to this organization are tax deductible.

Mission Statement: Dedicated to the improvement of health care for the Bates County community.

The Bates County Community Health Foundation’s mission is to:

• Create opportunities for caring individuals and families in our area to participate in providing top-quality health care for all residents of Bates County and the surrounding area.
• Work to improve the quality and availability of health services to the Bates County area.
• Support the health and well-being of the surrounding area by connecting resources with needs in the community.
• Secure assets for the advancement of charitable, scientific and education activities in and around the Bates County community.

Board of Directors

• Greg Weaver
• Shawn McVey
• Jerry Jones
• Carol Ann Winburn
• Linda Jennings
• Shanya Hedrick
• Brett Miller
• Mason Coffman
• Penny Cramer

For information about the Foundation, please contact:

Administration Office
Bates County Community Health Foundation
P.O. Box 370
Butler, MO 64730

Phone: 660-200-7072

Fax: 660-200-7004