Valley County Health System Foundation

The Valley County Health System Foundation is a non-profit, charitable organization whose mission is to seek, receive and administer donations and gifts
for the sole benefit of Valley County Health System.
Our number one priority is enhancing and sustaining high-quality healthcare in Central Nebraska.
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2023 Gala - A Roaring Success

On January 14th, 2023 the Valley County Health System Foundation held their annual Charity Gala. The Fun Pianos Dueling Piano Show put on an amazing show that kept everybody in the room involved and entertained. Surrounded by donors and supporters of the VCHS Foundation, they raised over $27,000 for the new MRI.

“The Foundation is so thankful for the generous support of everyone who helped with, attended, or donated toward this annual evening. We feel blessed to be part of this community, and that we are able to give back through the great support given us by all our generous donors. Your donations and support touch the lives of so many who are served by Valley County Health System & through the services they offer,” shared Foundation ED, Elizabeth Todsen Clark.

Missy Cetak gave a heartfelt patient testimonial that boasted her outstanding patient care at VCHS. She was especially appreciative to Dr. Greg McClanahan and the EMS team for all of their help. She credits VCHS for saving her life.

There was a great live auction filled with an assortment of items. Steve Wolf, Auctioneer and Broker at Wolf Inc., led the auction with Terry Cone and Amos Lange calling bids. Community businesses and generous donors provided a very nice offering of auction items for those in attendance. Jubilee Catering provided the 1920’s themed meal and Akrs Equipement sponsored the champagne toast.

Previous Executive Director, Becky Ries, was awarded the 2023 Leadership Award. Ries has given years of her time and talents to the Valley County Health System.

If you were unable to attend and would like to help the Foundation in paying for the new MRI, donations can be mailed to VCHS Foundation, PO Box 321, Ord, NE 68862 or you can give online at vchs-foundation.org.

The Foundation’s next fundraiser will be the annual golf tournament & auction, which is scheduled to be held on Friday, June 30th, 2023 at the Ord Golf Course, so please mark your calendars & plan to attend.

For more information on how you can get involved, or about the Valley County Health System Foundation, please contact Elizabeth Todsen Clark at 308-728-3011 or foundation@valleycountyhealthsystem.org.

The VCHS Foundation Leadership Award was given to Becky Ries.

Missy Cetak gave the Patient Testimonial.

Thank you to our 2023 Gala Sponsors!

We couldn't do this without you! Please click on the pictures to be directed to their websites.

Charleston Sponsor - $1,000

Foxtrot Sponsor - $750

Swing Sponsor - $500

Gold Sponsor - $300

VCHS Foundation Announces Naming Opportunity
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Todsen Named VCHS Foundation Director

The Valley County Health System (VCHS) Foundation welcomes Elizabeth Todsen as the new VCHS Foundation executive director.

Todsen is an Ord native, recently returning to the community following her work in Washington D.C. She has a passion for non-profit and charitable organizations and is excited to take on this new challenge.

The VCHS Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization that seeks, receives and administers donations and gifts for the sole benefit of VCHS. The organization purchases new equipment or updates technology for VCHS, as well as provides educational and physician recruitment loans to medical students and providers, respectively. The Foundation also oversees the work of the VCHS Child Development Committee.

“I am extremely excited for the opportunity to work with the Valley County Health System Foundation,” says Director Elizabeth Todsen. “Our community benefits daily from the services provided by VCHS and I’m proud to be able to help the foundation continue growing. Ethan, my husband, and I are so excited to call Ord home!”

For more information about the VCHS Foundation, visit www.vchs-foundation.org

Thank you for your generosity during the Big Give to Valley County.

Longtime Ord resident leaves
$2.3 million legacy gift

Ord, Neb.- The late Phyllis Malottke, a longtime Ord resident, created a legacy that will positively impact lives in Valley County forever. A $2.3 million gift to Valley County Health System Foundation made following her passing in May 2020 will make an immeasurable impact on the organization’s mission to enhance and sustain high-quality healthcare in Central Nebraska.
Malottke was born in Valley County but spent her career in Omaha where she managed welfare caseworkers for Social Services, worked for the phone company and Mutual of Omaha. In the mid-90s she returned to Valley County to care for her parents and chose to remain there for the rest of her life. She enjoyed walking the local trail system in the morning, spending time at the Ord Township Library and visiting with friends and neighbors.
According to Becky Ries, executive director of Valley County Health System Foundation (VCHSF), Malottke was well known for her generosity among Foundation staff. Over the past 20 years, she hadn’t missed an annual donation and was always supportive of the organization’s fundraising events. Ries said other local organizations have been touched by that same generosity – each gift leaving a positive impact on the quality-of-life of fellow residents of Valley County.
Though Ries says Malottke’s generosity came as no surprise, the amount certainly did.
“I just about fell out of my chair,” said Ries. “It brought tears to my eyes. Phyllis has quietly done some amazing things for the Valley County Health System Foundation and our community. I am still amazed by all of it.”
Of the $2.3 million estate gift designated to VCHSF, the Foundation’s board has elected to place $2.2 million into the newly established Phyllis Malottke Endowment Account, an unrestricted endowment managed through Valley County Health System Foundation Fund, an affiliated fund of Nebraska Community Foundation.
The Phyllis Malottke Endowment Account will act like a savings account for the future of Valley County Health System Foundation. While Malottke’s gift is invested, only a portion of the investment earnings are distributed every year, providing a steady stream of revenue that keeps up with inflation to fund the purchase of new equipment, projects and programs today, 50 years from now and forever. This is especially important to an organization like VCHSF as the healthcare system continues to change and evolve and the cost of lifesaving equipment continues to increase.
Ries said the gift’s timing couldn’t have been better. “This year has been difficult for everyone and proven just how impossible it is to predict the future. Because of that, Phyllis’ contribution will make a bigger impact than she may have ever even known. We cannot predict the future or future needs, but support for healthcare will always be an investment in our communities.”
While Malottke’s generosity has undoubtedly made an impact on VCHSF’s finances, Ries said the Foundation’s ability to thrive remains dependent on broad-based community support.
“Phyllis’ story is a testament to the spirit of giving present in the Valley County community and the importance of giving back to the place you call home,” said Ries. “We hope Phyllis’ generosity is an inspiration for all who care about Valley County and want to make it even better for the next generation.”
About Nebraska Community Foundation
Nebraska Community Foundation unleashes abundant assets, inspires charitable giving and connects ambitious people to build stronger communities and a Greater Nebraska.
Headquartered in Lincoln, the Foundation serves communities, donors and organizations by providing financial management, strategic development, education and training to a statewide network of 1,500 volunteers serving 260 communities.
In the last five years, 44,476 contributions have been made to Nebraska Community Foundation and its affiliated funds. Since 1994, Nebraska Community Foundation has reinvested $355 million in Nebraska’s people and places. For information, visit www.NebraskaHometown.org.

Valley County Health System Foundation
donates $150,000 for new CT Scanner

Pictured (L-R): VCHS Imaging Manager Kristen Ryschon, RT (R) (CT); VCHS CEO Nancy Glaubke;
VCHS Foundation Executive Director Becky Ries; Stephanie Friesen, RT (R) (CT).

About Us

The VCHS Foundation was established in 1990 as a non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization to provide resources to maintain high-quality healthcare for all residents in the Valley County service area.

How We Help

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we have been able to continue to ensure high quality healthcare and health programs in Central Nebraska by supporting the Valley County Health System.

Donate

We accept donations in many different forms. Your donation can be made in honor of or in memory of someone special, in tribute of a VCHS employee, medical provider or volunteer, or designated to benefit one of several funds. Donate now.

Events

We host and participate in several events every year, with all proceeds going to benefit VCHS. These events include the Gala in January, The Big Give in April, Golf Tournament in July, and many others.

Leave a Legacy

You can make a legacy gift, whether you think of yourself as rich or poor, or somewhere in between, your gift can make a difference. Every amount can have a big impact over time.
Did you know that some charitable gifts may actually save your family money by decreasing inheritance taxes.
It's easy. A simple directive in your will or designation of beneficiary status can bring welcome support to healthcare services that will make a difference in many lives for generations to come.
Find out more.

Young Man Gives "Big" to VCHS Foundation