Giving to Cooley Dickinson Hospital
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Donor Recognition Levels
For over 100 years, members of our community have helped to support quality health care through their charitable contributions to Cooley Dickinson Hospital. In recognition of the generous support we receive, we are pleased to introduce donor recognition levels, reflecting our hospital's rich history.
Cooley Dickinson Hospital was established with a bequest left by Caleb Cooley Dickinson, who died in 1882. On New Years Day in 1886, the first hospital in Hampshire County opened its doors with 12 beds, an operating room, wash rooms, a doctor's room, dining room, kitchen, parlor, and the Matron's room. Today, CDH is a financially strong community hospital providing a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to the Pioneer Valley.
We invite you to become a member through your annual support of Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
$250-$499: Shepherd Society
The Henry Shepherd Surgery wing opened in 1904 following a gift from Thomas M. Shepherd in memory of his father.
$500-$999: McCallum Society
The McCallum Nurses Home and Training School, which provided nursing education to more than 900 nurses, was made possible by a gift from the McCallum family in memory of Alexander McCallum.
$1,000-$2,499: 1886 Society
Cooley Dickinson Hospital opened its doors on New Year's Day in 1886.
$2,500-$4,999: Castle Society
Miss Emma Castle, the first matron, was responsible for patients and facility upkeep.
$5,000-$9,999: Dakin Society
This society honors community leader Winthrop S. Dakin's commitment to Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
$10,000+: Merzbach Society
This society honors Dr. Peter Merzbach, who delivered more than 10,000 babies at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
Founders Society: Lifetime Giving of $100,000 or More
This esteemed society recognizes our donors who, similar to our founding gift of $100,000, have made significant investments in the hospital.
Caleb Cooley Dickinson Society: Planned Giving
In honor of our founder, this society recognizes those who have included Cooley Dickinson Hospital in their estate plans.
Our contact information is:
Development Office
Cooley Dickinson Health Care
30 Locust Street, P.O. Box 329
Northampton, MA 01061-0329
(413) 582-2255