About the MCH Auxiliary

The MCH Auxiliary was officially organized on September 27th, 1956.  By 1973, the auxiliary had grown to 385 members and the "Pink Ladies" had recorded 2,072 hours of helping and assisting the hospital and patients.

Past Committees:

• Rose Committee- Made roses for every patient, bibs for new babies, and made stuffed animals for every child patient.
• Bandage Committee- Made operating pads, gauze,sponges, and surgical dressings.
• Sewing Committee- Mended sheets and made wrappers for the surgical department.

The Auxiliary Today

The MCH Auxiliary is a vital part of the hospitals growth.  The auxiliary board meets monthly and discusses current activities and future projects.

Recent projects that the auxiliary has contributed to:

Four Season's Living Center, sunroom addition

New automatic doors entering into the hospital's emergency room

New dishes for the Dietary Department

Specialty wheelchair scale for the residents at the Four Season’s Living Center

New cutlery, a cash register, and stainless steel air pots for the Dietary Department

Why Become a Member?

As a member of the MCH Auxiliary, you will benefit from new friendships and a feeling of self reward.  You can help raise money for the hospital or local students.  It only costs an annual membership fee of $5 to maintain membership status. 

Annual Events

The MCH Auxiliary Golf Scramble was held on June 20, 2009.  All proceeds of the event go into a fund which was established to support local students who are pursuing careers in the health field.  Last year, six students received $500 scholarships.  Click here to see the entry form for the event!

The Auxiliary Spring Tea is an annual, fun-filled event where members gather together to socialize, share information, and enjoy refreshments.  The tea is also a way to recruit new members for the auxiliary. 

Current Board Members

Vi Parkinson
Karen Price
Luann Wieneke
Carol Planthaber
Lynn Prentiss
Denise Yohn
Nellie Zaagman
Judy Renkes