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For more than a century, Baton Rouge General has been part of the lives of the people who call our community home, caring for generations of families through life’s biggest moments. The Baton Rouge General Foundation helps carry that legacy forward by giving our physicians, nurses and caregivers the resources they need to provide exceptional care, investing in innovative technology, expanding access to healthcare and supporting programs that improve lives across our region. Every gift is an investment in healthier lives, stronger families and a brighter future, for today, tomorrow and generations to come.
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Who We Are
The Baton Rouge General Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm of Baton Rouge General, bringing people together to make exceptional healthcare possible. Through the generosity of individuals, families, businesses and community partners, we support the programs, services, technology and innovations that make a meaningful difference for patients and families. Our work is rooted in a simple belief: when people come together to give, they can make a lasting difference. Philanthropy helps advance exceptional patient care, support our physicians and caregivers, and improve the health and well-being of the people we serve.
Through charitable giving, the Foundation helps turn ideas into action, bringing important projects and programs to life. Together, we can create a healthier future and help ensure compassionate, innovative care is here when our community needs it most.
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Investing in What Matters Most
Every day, donor support helps make a difference for patients and families across our region. Your generosity helps us:
- Advance patient care through innovative technology and medical equipment.
- Expand access to healthcare services across our region.
- Support groundbreaking clinical programs and specialized services.
- Invest in the education and development of physicians, nurses and caregivers.
- Create welcoming, healing environments that support patients and families throughout their healthcare journey.
- Address our community’s most pressing health needs through outreach, wellness initiatives and programs that help people live healthier lives.
These investments help Baton Rouge General grow and evolve alongside the people we serve, creating new possibilities for care and helping us meet the needs of our community today and into the future.
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The Impact of Generosity
The generosity of our donors has brought meaningful programs, services and experiences to life at Baton Rouge General. From bringing healthcare directly into local neighborhoods to supporting programs that bring comfort, connection and healing, donor support helps make a lasting difference for patients, families and our community. That impact comes to life through programs like:
Arts in Medicine
Since 2012, Arts in Medicine has touched the lives of more than 100,000 patients, family members and staff through music, art and other creative experiences.
Care on the Go
Our Mobile Health Unit brings healthcare and preventive services directly into neighborhoods across the Baton Rouge area, reaching people who may face barriers to accessing care.
Camp Catahoula
For pediatric burn survivors, Camp Catahoula provides an opportunity to connect with others who understand their experiences, build confidence and simply be kids.
Programs We Support
How You Can Make a Difference
When you support the Baton Rouge General Foundation, you’re helping make a difference in the lives of patients, families and our community. Whether you make a gift, volunteer your time or join us at a Foundation event, there are many ways to be part of the care and compassion that make Baton Rouge General special. Together, we can continue bringing people together around something that matters: caring for our community.