Baptist Health Foundation

We are pleased to announce Danny R. Rutland has returned to Baptist Health Systems as Vice President and Chief Development Officer. Danny originally joined Baptist in 1989 and established the department we currently call the Baptist Health Foundation. Fundraising and charitable giving were never a major emphasis at Baptist until Danny launched the program.

Prior to Danny’s return, Jim Moore provided four and a half years of leadership for the Foundation. Jim had agreed to come out of retirement for a short while to provide guidance, manage the growth and bring Baptist to an entirely new level with the Cancer Services campaign. We wish Jim the best in his retirement and look forward to many years of successful fundraising with Danny.

During the 12 years between his employment at Baptist Health Systems, Danny served as the Vice President of Advancement/Alumni Affairs at Mississippi College where he was involved with two successful major campaigns. One campaign surpassed its goal of $80 million, and the other was well on its way to its $65,000 goal when Danny left to join Baptist. He is married to the former Melesia Williams, and they have two daughters and one grandson.

Baptist Cancer Services Family Lodge
The Family Lodge for Baptist Cancer Services will be a special place for our out-of-town cancer patients and family members. It will be their home away from home offering warm and inviting private bedroom suites. Other special amenities include the community kitchen, kid’s playroom, meeting room, resource library, laundry room and much more. :: Give online now.

The Serenity Garden for The Hederman Cancer Center
As we treat our patients, we address the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of living with cancer. We not only care for our patients, but we also support and nurture the needs of the entire family. The Serenity Garden will offer patients and their families a place for quiet and calm reflection surrounded by the peaceful sights and sounds of nature. :: Donate Now

100% of your tax-deductible gift goes to the cause you choose to support.
There are no overhead or hidden fees involved. Your gift is put to good use right where you want it. :: Give online now

Baptist Health Foundation Mission Statement
The mission of the Baptist Health Foundation is to champion the Christian healing mission and work of the Baptist Health Systems.