Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation

Grass Valley – Did you know that the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital has See’s Candy available for purchase throughout the year? What makes this treat even sweeter? Every purchase of See’s Candy from the hospital’s gift shop directly contributes to supporting patient care initiatives. The proceeds generated from the sales will go directly towards enhancing […]

Grass Valley – The SNMH Foundation announces the farewell of the beloved Barbara Schmidt Millar Triathlon, but not without a final celebration. Join us at the South Yuba Club for a Farewell Celebration and Mini Triathlon featuring an indoor swim, cycle, and run (outdoor option available if conditions permit). The triathlon is free for participants […]

Grass Valley – Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation recently awarded three Nevada Union graduates with the 2023 Barbara Schmidt Millar Scholarship. The recipients are Megan Conway, Sophia La Juenesse, and Madison Pritle. Conway plans to attend William Jessup University and focus on family medicine. La Juenesse plans to attend UC Santa Cruz and is interested […]

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation Message in a Book Fundraiser makes the perfect gift. This whimsical gift for the book lover in your life is filled with surprises. The reader will come to a page in the book with a note saying “Open Your Present” and […]

The Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandra Barrington as the Foundation’s Executive Director.  She will succeed Kimberly Parker, who, after 22 years of service, has decided to depart effective July first.  Barrington has been with SNMH Foundation for fifteen years, steadily rising through the ranks.  […]

For more than two decades, Kimberly Parker has been synonymous with Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation. Her leadership there has set a standard locally and has been recognized throughout the Dignity Health system. Parker began working with the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation in early 2001 and has served as Executive Director since 2005. Under […]

Grass Valley, Calif. – If you just realized Mother’s Day is around the corner, the Message in a Book fundraiser led by Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation may be the perfect gift that gives back too. One hundred percent of the proceeds raised will be directed toward the purchase of new surgical equipment for Sierra […]

Grass Valley, CA November 9, 2021 – Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation’s (SNMHF) wildly popular and fun Buy It Now phone in event is back and bigger than ever! Just in time for the gift-giving season, this unique fundraiser offers an opportunity for participants to obtain some truly unique holiday gifts by calling SNMHF on […]

Due to smoke from surrounding wildfires and to limit the spread of COVID-19 in our community, the 26th annual Barbara Schmidt Millar (BSM) Women’s Duathlon and 5K Committee has decided to switch this year’s event – originally scheduled to take place on Sept. 19 – to a virtual race. “We made the decision to pivot […]

Grass Valley, CA – Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Barbara Schmidt Millar (BSM) Celebration of Life Women’s Triathlon and 5K Run/Walk scholarship committee awarded three local Nevada Union High School graduates with scholarships aimed at helping them start their careers in healthcare. Lucinda Andre will be attending the University of Reno, Emily Bedell will be […]

Grass Valley, CA April 27, 2021 – If you are looking for an amazing Mother’s Day surprise that is thoughtful and creative, while also supporting a great cause, then look no further. Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation is offering three Mother’s Day Delight themed gift options with 100 percent of your purchase supporting equipment to […]

Grass Valley, Calif. February 1, 2021 – Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Alzheimer’s Outreach Program (AOP) is offering no-cost Zoom series aimed at helping caregivers of those with dementia. The “Essential Tools for Caregivers of those with Dementia” classes are designed for family caregivers of persons with cognitive impairment and/or dementia. The classes will provide […]

Grass Valley, Calif. January 14, 2021 – Many are finding limited opportunities to socialize and exercise outside the home due to COVID-19. It is a particularly difficult time to avoid a sedentary lifestyle. In a matter of weeks, particularly in older adults, muscles can become weak, weight is gained, and aches and pains can begin […]

Grass Valley, Calif. December 18, 2020 – The unprecedented effects of COVID-19 have made philanthropy and support of Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital more important than ever. As the pandemic has continued to impact western Nevada County, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation has been able to quickly pivot in order to ensure the Hospital’s most immediate […]

November 11, 2020 – Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is offering a new way for the community to purchase See’s candy this year. Due to COVID-19 restrictions – and in order to meet their 2020 fundraising goals – the Auxiliary has created a digital storefront where you can safely purchase a variety of confections. You […]

Grass Valley, CA November 6, 2020 – Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation is offering you an opportunity to give the gift of good health by participating in their exclusive Buy It Now fundraiser for healthcare needs at Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital. This unique fundraiser offers an opportunity for participants to obtain some truly unique holiday gifts […]

Grass Valley, Calif. July 8, 2020 – Experts estimate that one in eight women living in the United States are at risk of developing breast cancer in their lifetime and agree that early detection of the disease – through routine mammography – can reduce the risk of death by 25-30%. The Women’s Imaging Center at […]

May 4, 2020 – Stucki Jewelers announces an exclusive limited time showcase of a unique jewelry line this week. While hosting an in-store event isn’t an option right now, the downtown business has become very creative with their Facebook live events. On May 5th at 8:30am, Stucki Jewelers is going live with Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital […]

March 26, 2020 – In response to those wishing to make homemade masks, We want to thank the amazing number of people wishing to make masks for healthcare providers. Please read the following carefully: You can click HERE for the approved pattern. Anything for hospital personnel should use this pattern. Material and elastic for the masks should […]