AHP's Report on Giving for 1996, reports that hospitals across the nation saw a 17 percent increase in giving. The growth of giving to Adventist hospitals is certainly commendable. Only 27 of 40 institutions reported their giving to PSI in 1996. Of the 27 Adventist hospitals which reported, eight hospitals wrote 37 planned gifts. Statistics tell us that the baby boomer generation is retiring and that they will be looking for some place to invest their retirement funds.
Every hospital needs an effective planned giving program in place.
Castle Medical Center leads all hospitals in total giving, number of planned gifts, and giving from individuals. It seems evident that Castle's success comes from their program for seeking consistent planned gifts. Take a look at the statistics in the next two columns. You're welcome to call PSI with questions or comments. The following hospitals didn't submit reports for 1996.