2024 Impact of Giving Report - Report - Page 5
Shaping the Health Care Workforce of the Future
At Virtua, we are committed to shaping the future of health care
by educating the next generation of caregivers and strengthening
our workforce to meet the evolving needs of our community.
Technology Upgrades for EMT Training
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Virtua’s EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) Training Academy offers
free training to aspiring 昀椀rst responders who are seeking to begin a
career in service to our community. In 2024, the program bene昀椀ted from
tech upgrades, including new iPads, thanks to a gift from the Best Buy
students completed
Virtua’s EMT Academy to
serve our community as
昀椀rst responders.
Foundation. The addition of this technology expanded the program’s
digital learning platform through interactive eLearning modules, study
materials, immersive simulations, and other tools for professional growth.
Scholarships Help Advance Nursing Education
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Together with our donors, we are reducing 昀椀nancial barriers for both
current and aspiring nurses. In 2024, nearly $90,000 in scholarships was
awarded to students at Our Lady of Lourdes School of Nursing and Virtua
nurses pursuing advanced degrees. By easing the burden of tuition costs,
we empower these dedicated professionals to focus on their education,
scholarships were awarded
to Our Lady of Lourdes
School of Nursing students
and Virtua nurses.
enhancing both their learning experience and future impact on patient care.
“As a former scholarship recipient, I know first-hand the impact
scholarships have on students. They not only reduce financial
burden but also provide motivation to achieve academic success.
Thank you to the donors who provided me with this opportunity!
You helped me achieve my goal of becoming a nurse and now
I’m providing care for others because of your kindness.”
— Tamara Johnson, RN, pediatric nurse at Virtua and
graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes School of Nursing
Supporting Patients in Mind, Body, and Spirit
The generosity of our donors helps provide critical resources for patients in need, enabling us to care for
them in mind, body, and spirit. Here are a few of the ways that support made an impact in 2024:
2,527
133
464
209
73
164
patients were
supported by
Virtua’s Visiting
Paws Pet Therapy
Program.
families received
grief support and
resources through
the Perinatal
Bereavement and
Palliative Care Fund.
patients with
breast cancer and
their families were
supported through
the Breast Care
Comfort Fund.
bags of food
were given to
patients in cancer
treatment who
also experienced
food insecurity.
children affected
by a loved one’s
cancer diagnosis
attended Camp
Oasis for a day of
fun and support.
patients with
cancer received
free salon
services, wigs,
and headwraps
at the RCCA
Hair Boutique.
