Auxiliary
What Is the AUX?
The Auxiliary of Bethesda Hospital is a volunteer organization dedicated to support Bethesda Hospital, it's patients, team members and community.
What Does the AUX Do?
Financially Supports Hospital Initiatives
- Heart Hospital, Thomas Center, and the Breast Center
Grant Funding for Bethesda Hospitals
- Team Member initiated programs and projects
College Scholarships
- Bethesda Volunteers
- Family of Auxiliary Members
Team Member, Visitor, and Volunteer Support
- Pumpkin Decorating Contest, Basket Raffle, Mardi Gras Party, Team and Volunteer Awards
Patient Engagement
- Holiday Tray Favors
- Community Outreach
- Thanksgiving meals, school supplies, and volunteer efforts for local families
Why Should I Join?
- Make a difference in the lives of those around you by impacting patient engagement, team member support, and community outreach.
- Apply your skills and expertise by volunteering on a committee or help with a program you are passionate about.
- Enhance your knowledge by attending engaging educational presentations by health care and community experts.
- Volunteer Credit for Community Benefit Reporting, Clinical Ladder, Success Factor’s Profile, Yearly Self Appraisal.
The Outstanding Betty J. Turner Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations to the Volunteer of the Year!
We Award Grants to Programs and Projects
The Auxiliary of Bethesda Hospital awards grants to support transformational programs and projects at Bethesda Hospitals! Click here to apply for a FY27 grant.
We Award College Scholarships
Since 1998, the Auxiliary has awarded over $80,000 in college scholarships. Student Volunteers for Bethesda Hospital and family of Auxiliary members can apply. Click here to apply for a College Scholarship.
Auxiliary of Bethesda Hospital Board of Directors 2025 - 2026
President - Robin Flinchum
President-Elect - Pamela Baird
Finance Director - Kim Robertson
Membership - Jennifer Foulk
Program – Casey Diersing
Community Engagement - Fiona Robertson
Patient Engagement - Quen Sandle
Team Member Engagement - Amal Musa and Madeleine Secrist
Recording Secretary - Jana Widmeyer
President Emeritus - Marie Drew
AUX By-Laws
Click here to read the Auxiliary By-Laws.
For questions or more information contact: Jana Widmeyer at jana_widmeyer@trihealth.com or 513-865-1618