Auxiliary accepting donations for scholarships

The Auxiliary at St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese is now accepting donations for their "Lights for Scholarship" program that provides grants-in-aid to healthcare students.

Donations may be made payable to "Lights for Scholarship" and left at the hospital Switchboard or mailed to St. Joseph's Hospital, c/o Volunteer Services, PO Box 99, Breese, IL 62230-0099.

Memorial or honor gifts are welcome; those interested may include the program in their estate planning.

Since beginning in 1970, 235 grants totaling $111,500 have been given to students pursuing healthcare careers.

In 2007, 18 students each received a $500 grant-in-aid scholarship for a total of $9000; grants are presented during the Auxiliary's annual June luncheon meeting.

For more information, contact Volunteer Services at 618.526-5351 or Judy Schrage.