Giving Societies

The Giving Societies featured on these pages are a central part of the generous spirit that is so evident through the Friends of Mercy Foundation.

Adelaide's Circle of Caring - a group of donors who have remembered Mercy with a bequest or through a planned gift

Catherine McAuley Society - a women's philanthropic group continuing the good works of Catherine McAuley, Foundress of the Sisters of Mercy

Founders Circle - donors who have contributed a total of $10,000 or more in support of Mercy Hospitals

Legacy Circle - a group of Bakersfield's emerging philanthrpists continue the legacy of giving to Mercy

Our Spirit of Giving Club - annual giving club for Mercy Hospital employees

William Howell Century Club - a men's philanthropic group continuing the legacy of William Howell, Sr., one of Mercy Hospital's first benefactors