The Mount Nittany Health Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our community by supporting the advancement of care at Mount Nittany Health. We help fund critical initiatives that ensure patients and families have access to exceptional providers and the programs and services they need — right here at home.
Since 2003, the Foundation has played a vital role in strengthening healthcare close to home. We fundraise, engage volunteers and lead events and initiatives that make a meaningful difference for patients, employees and the broader community.
Whether you choose to give in gratitude for exceptional care, to honor or remember a loved one or to ensure access to high-quality healthcare for future generations, your support has a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our community.
Mount Nittany Health Foundation is supported by Mount Nittany Health and is a not-for-profit charitable organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. The Foundation only makes grants to the entities of Mount Nittany Health.
Our commitment to the community
As a community‑owned, nonprofit health system, Mount Nittany Health relies on donor generosity to expand services, upgrade technology, improve facilities and support programs that make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Your support ensures that exceptional care remains accessible, innovative and local.
Philanthropy fuels progress across Mount Nittany Health. Donor contributions help us:
- Enhance patient care environments with modern, healing spaces
- Invest in advanced medical technology that improves diagnosis and treatment
- Support community health programs that promote prevention and wellness
- Fund education and training for nurses, clinicians and future healthcare leaders
- Provide comfort and dignity for patients and families during critical moments
Every dollar stays in our region and directly impacts patient care. When you give to Mount Nittany Health Foundation, you help build a healthier, stronger community.
Support the Mount Nittany Health Foundation
Our Rising to New Heights Campaign represents our boldest fundraising effort to date and will support critical initiatives including the Children’s Advocacy Center of Centre County, Joseph V. and Suzanne P. Paterno Women and Children’s Services Unit, Mount Nittany Health Toftrees, physician recruitment, cancer care, cardiology, neuroscience, orthopedics and community wellness.
Leadership you can trust
Mount Nittany Health Foundation is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and a professional staff committed to transparency, stewardship and responsible management of every gift to ensure we make the greatest possible impact.
Mount Nittany Health Foundation Board of Directors
Chair
Secretary
Vice Chair
Board Member
Treasurer
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Emeritus Members
Edward (Ned) R. Book
Richard H. Dixon, MD
Eileen W. Leibowitz
Mount Nittany Health Foundation Staff
Executive Director
Gift Processing and Data Analyst
Volunteer Resources Supervisor
Manager of Operations and Strategy
Foundation Assistant
Annual Giving and Stewardship Officer
Contact the Foundation
Mount Nittany Health Foundation is supported by Mount Nittany Health and is a not-for-profit charitable organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Foundation only makes grants to the entities of Mount Nittany Health.
- Phone: 814.234.6777
- Email: foundation@mountnittany.org
Registration information
The official registration and financial information of The Foundation for Mount Nittany Medical Center d/b/a Mount Nittany Health Foundation may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1.800.732.0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.