UNC REX 125th Celebration Gala

It was an unprecedented, magical night on November 10, 2019, as nearly 300 people were part of history when UNC REX celebrated its 125th year of serving the Triangle.

The hospital’s main entrance was transformed in a way that allowed guests to travel to another time, when John Rex first set his vision to create a place to care for the sick. Throughout the event, guests enjoyed making connections with friends, reminiscing about the past and looking ahead. The event focused on funding the future, showcasing the critical work of the hospital and included a high-energy live auction and paddle raise. The group’s generosity helped to raise over $370,000 that evening.

Visionary Gala Co-Chairs, Marion Winston and Fairley Bell Cook, shared their gratitude by saying, “We salute our sponsors, our attendees, our volunteers and the medical staff and administrators at UNC REX. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank everyone for supporting the UNC REX 125th Celebration Gala.”

Many sponsors, Board members, staff and long-time friends contributed to the success of the event. Thank you for being part of the celebration and helping UNC REX commemorate such a special milestone!

Holly and Ernie Bovio, Tina and Steve Burriss, Drs. Jignasa and Ravish Sachar

Nursing Excellence Fund

UNC REX nurses are the best and brightest. We are driving innovation through a focus on knowledge, expertise and learning – in a culture where genuine caring and compassion are evident. The Nursing Excellence Fund helps to retain the high-performing nursing talent that is central to our culture of excellence. This fund provides annual nursing scholarships, as well as funding for certification, recertification and professional conferences.

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Each year, the UNC REX neonatology team cares for 450 to 500 newborns with critical needs. Funding supplies specialized equipment to provide the ideal environment for critically ill little ones to become strong and healthy, mom/ baby bonding support, a new resource and respite area for families and continuous staff training.

Patient Assistance Fund

The Patient Assistance Fund helps patients in financial need. Community support gives peace of mind by allowing patients to focus on health and healing. Funding keeps patients actively participating in their treatment by providing transportation to clinics for follow up visits, medications that help prevent serious complications, nutritional supplements, and home health care equipment.

Emergency Services

When you or someone you love is in need of immediate medical care, you trust the caring and experienced physicians, nurses, technicians and specialists at UNC REX. With 24-hour emergency services and state-of-the-art technology, the Emergency Department provides superior emergency care for our patients and the community. Funding is helping to improve the Emergency Room waiting area with more comfort and efficiency, including the addition of private consult areas, as well as artwork. This enhanced patient and family experience will ease stress and add a sense of calm during an often chaotic time.

Linda Blount and Florence Winston Furman Beckwith and David Prince Judy Ice and Fairley Bell Cook Audrey Galloway and Teresa Artis

Catherine and Jonte Harris Dr. Leon Woodruff and Dr. Ann Collins

Anna Donnegan, Bill Hamlin, Audrey and Jimmy Black

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Gifts to UNC REX Healthcare are made through the Rex Healthcare Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3). The Rex Healthcare Foundation can be reached at (919) 784-4424 or rex.foundation@unchealth.unc.edu.

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