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The Blue Ridge HealthCare Foundation, formerly known as the Grace HealthCare Foundation, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. The foundation provides funding for hospital-based projects, programs, and patient needs through UNC Health Blue Ridge. 

The foundation is an integral partner of UNC Health Blue Ridge's commitment to the delivery of excellent health care to residents of Burke and surrounding counties. It generates financial support from the community and utilizes grant revenue opportunities to grow its reach and impact. 

UNC Health Blue Ridge continues to expand and evolve as it looks for the most advanced, innovative, and convenient ways to deliver care to patients. Promoting disease prevention and living a healthy lifestyle, are important parts of UNC Health Blue Ridge’s efforts. Philanthropy can significantly impact this change and growth by enhancing health care programs and services. 

If you desire to be a philanthropic partner with the Blue Ridge HealthCare Foundation and help drive the delivery of excellent healthcare to our friends and neighbors, we welcome the opportunity to partner with you. Thank you for your interest in the work of the Blue Ridge Healthcare Foundation.