About Us
In 1998, the Board of Directors of Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) created a charitable foundation in order to provide charitable and educational services for the benefit of BCMH, its employees and the community. The Bates County Community Health Foundation (BCCHF) qualifies as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions made to this organization are tax deductible.
Mission Statement: Dedicated to the improvement of health care for the Bates County community.
The Bates County Community Health Foundation’s mission is to:
- Create opportunities for caring individuals and families in our area to participate in providing top-quality health care for all residents of Bates County and the surrounding area.
- Work to improve the quality and availability of health services to the Bates County area.
- Support the health and well-being of the surrounding area by connecting resources with needs in the community.
- Secure assets for the advancement of charitable, scientific and education activities in and around the Bates County community.
Board of Directors
- Greg Weaver
- Shawn McVey
- Jerry Jones
- Carol Ann Winburn
- Linda Jennings
- Shanya Hedrick
- Brett Miller
- Mason Coffman
- Penny Cramer
For information about the Foundation, please contact:
Administration Office
Bates County Community Health Foundation
P.O. Box 370
Butler, MO 64730
Phone: 660-200-7072
Fax: 660-200-7004