More than $726,000 in Jacksonville physician philanthropy allocated to transform Northeast Florida healthcare. Physicians Giving Society members invest personal funds in Mobile Health, NICU expansion, and caregiver support programs.
More than $726,000 in Jacksonville physician philanthropy allocated to transform Northeast Florida healthcare. Physicians Giving Society members invest personal funds in Mobile Health, NICU expansion, and caregiver support programs.
When Anna came to one of our Mobile Health units for a sports physical, she discovered something that could change her life. Stories like Anna’s happen every day because of faithful partners like the Lucy Gooding Charitable Foundation Trust, which has supported our Mobile Health pediatric programs for 25 years with consistent, generous giving.
Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside has been named one of the Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the U.S. by Soliant Health, earning 16th place nationwide and standing as Florida’s only hospital on the prestigious list.
U.S. News & World Report has honored three Ascension St. Vincent’s hospitals in its 2025-2026 Best Hospital Rankings for exceptional quality of care—and this achievement belongs to our entire community.
Darren White has been named Executive Director of Ascension St. Vincent’s Foundation. His faith-driven leadership and strong commitment to community will guide the next chapter of compassionate care and service across Northeast Florida.
When James needed safe medical transport to reach rehabilitation after his hospital stay, insurance wouldn’t cover the $170 cost. Thanks to Good Samaritan Fund donors, he got the ride he needed and successfully returned home.
A new mobile health van, gifted by the Warren P. Powers Charitable Foundation, honors Vincent “Pops” Kraus. This tribute extends his legacy of kindness, helping Ascension St. Vincent’s bring free, compassionate care to underserved communities across Northeast Florida.
In 2025, five remarkable nurses were inducted into the Carol Wilder Pitman Society for Nursing Excellence. Their compassion, leadership, and dedication reflect the heart of nursing—and carry forward Carol’s legacy of honoring care that truly makes a difference.
Carol Wilder Pitman’s journey from nurse to philanthropist has empowered generations of caregivers. Through education, recognition, and heartfelt advocacy, her legacy at Ascension St. Vincent’s continues to elevate nursing excellence and transform patient care across Northeast Florida.
