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Have a Passion+Purpose Question?

Call: 562.967.2745

Email: Passion@PIHHealth.org

Passion+Purpose

Join the movement of PIH Health caregivers who are rising up to make a meaningful difference for patients and our community.

About the Campaign

Welcome to Passion+Purpose. A grassroots campaign for PIH Health employees - created by fellow employees - as a way to celebrate each of our unique stories and passions.

Passion+Purpose is a campaign inspired by, built by and powered by the passion of our incredible community of employees. As each of us lean into the ‘why’ behind our work - we each come alive and come together. And when we do, we believe anything is possible.

Through Passion+Purpose, your generosity helps fund a featured project or a passion fund that matters most to you.

Complete the P+P Pledge Form

How it works?

How Passion Purpose Works

Our annual campaign is easy for anyone to join who wants to be part of making an impact. It's simple and fun.

  1. Find your passion
  2. Make a meaningful gift
  3. Watch your impact unfold within our walls

This is the power of your passion at work right before your eyes. Giving is better when done in community - join us!

Complete the P+P Pledge Form

Stories from Our People

Downey

 Aida’s Story Nakisha Story

Good Samaritan

Anthony’s Story Leticia’s Story

Whittier

 Danielle’s Story  Yuanitan’s Story

Perks

Being a Passion+Purpose donor has its perks. EVERY P+P Donor Receives:

  • An Impact Report showing your gift makes a difference!
  • Passion & Purpose Badge Reel
Passion Changes Everything t-shirt, Join the $20 for a Tee challenge.
Passion and Purpose fleece  FIGS jacket. Join the $40 for FIGS challenge.

Passion+Purpose FAQs

Download Passion+Purpose FAQs PDF

Why is the Employee Giving Campaign important?

Giving back to PIH Health is important because it provides the opportunity for donors to see philanthropy-in-action on the front lines of where many of our donors work every day. By making a gift here, you choose to become a vibrant part of the miracles happening around us.

What is Passion+Purpose?

The PIH Health Foundation launched a system-wide Employee Giving Campaign in 2023 called Passion+Purpose, asking employees to consider a personal investment in their PIH Health passion. Passion+Purpose represents the meaningful difference philanthropy can make when a large group of supporters band their gifts together for an enduring purpose.

Is participation in the Passion+Purpose Campaign mandatory?

Of course not! Financial contributions are 100% voluntary and 100% appreciated.

What are the perks of participating?

  • An Impact Report showing your gift making a difference!
  • Custom Passion Badge Reel
  • T-shirt for all gifts of $20/pay period OR a one-time gift of $520 or more
  • FIGs fleece jacket for all gifts of $40/per pay period OR a one-time gift of $1,040 or more
  • Recognition in PIH Health publications

How do I participate?

It is simple.

  1. Find your passion.
  2. Make a meaningful gift as a one-time or recurring gift via payroll/PTO deduction, cash, check, or credit card.
  3. Watch your impact unfold within our walls.

Fill out the form online.

How do I get my badge reel, t-shirt and/or FIGs fleece jacket?

To obtain your badge reel, tee-shirt and/or FIGs fleece jacket, you can:

  • Return your completed pledge form to the campaign booth, booth details will be announced throughout the campaign.
  • Return your completed pledge form to any of our on-site Facility Coordinator's. Prior to visiting, kindly call or email to confirm their availability.
PHWH PHDH PHGSH

Carolyn Castellanos Ext. 12510

Manager of Nursing Administration

Carolyn.Castellanos@PIHHealth.org

Main hospital floor/Nursing Administration Offices

Nicole (Nikki) Cook Ext. 27004

Accreditation & Licensing Coordinator

Nicole.Cook@PIHHealth.org

Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Basement Floor Quality Department

Nadine Terheggen 213.482.2789

Executive Assistant Nadine.Terheggen@PIHHealth.org

Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Main hospital floor Nursing Administration offices

Veronica Martinez Ext. 12381

Enterprise Executive Assistant, Supply Chain

Veronica.Martinez2@PIHHealth.org

Lower-Level Purchasing Department

Cynthia Bennett Ext. 27505

Executive Assistant Pharmacy Cynthia.Bennett@PIHHealth.org

Monday-Friday 10am-5pm

Main hospital floor in Nursing Administration offices

Sheela Vastava 213.977.4134

Physician Training Analyst, Clinical Informatics Dept.

Sheela.Vastava@PIHHealth.org

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Lucas Building across the Medical Library

Cindy Candelas Ext.12480 Human Resources, Front Desk Administrator

Cindy.Candelas@PIHHealth.org

Second Floor/HR Department


Karla Chacon Ext. 12474 Human Resources,

Administration Assistant Karla.Chacon@PIHHealth.org

Second Floor/HR Department

William Gallegos Ext. 25453

Director Utilization Management William.Gallegos@PIHHealth.org

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Basement Floor directly across Quality Department

Katrina Bada 213.977.2911

Marketing Communications

Katrina.Bada@PIHHealth.org

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Lucas Building Second Floor

  • Scan and email your completed pledge form to Passion@PIHHealth.org and one of the Foundation team members will reach out to provide pickup/delivery information.

Where does my donation go?

You can designate your gifts to the following menu of giving opportunities:

  • Cardiac Care
  • Areas of Greatest Need - PIH Health Downey Hospital
  • Areas of Greatest Need - PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital
  • Areas of Greatest Need - PIH Health Whittier Hospital
  • Areas of Greatest Need - PIH Health
  • Cancer Care
  • Emergency Department
  • Hospice Care
  • Mother & Baby (PHGSH and PHWH only)
  • Nursing Education
  • Spiritual Care

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes. Your gift to PIH Health Employee Giving Campaign “Passion+Purpose” is deductible for income tax purposes to the full extent provided by law.

Can I give anonymously?

Yes. Your participation is strictly confidential if you wish your gift to be anonymous.

What if I already contribute to the employee giving campaign?

If you are already contributing to the employee giving campaign, that's wonderful! Your participation is greatly appreciated. To continue your support and transition to the Passion+Purpose employee giving campaign, complete and return the P+P pledge form. If you choose NOT to join Passion+Purpose at this moment, your current giving level will remain unchanged until you contact the Foundation for any modifications or cancellations.

How can I adjust or stop payroll deduction if I decide to do so?

It’s quite simple. You can contact PIH Health Foundation at 562.967.2745 or email Passion@PIHHealth.org.

What is the PIH Health Foundation?

PIH Health Foundation is a separate, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that is led by a volunteer board of directors—members of our community who want to help ensure quality healthcare for all. PIH Health Foundation raises funds to help purchase the tools and resources our doctors and nurses need to care for you and your family.

Who do I contact if I have questions about my gift or the campaign?

Email us at Passion@PIHHealth.org or 562.967.2745.