Dear HCA Healthcare colleagues,
Over my 42 years with the company, I have seen our colleagues show up in moments of crisis like only HCA Healthcare can. In October 2024, when five of our divisions, including over 50 hospitals, experienced the effects of two major hurricanes in the span of two weeks, it was no different. The response efforts of our colleagues in our facilities, divisions, and corporate offices have been nothing short of extraordinary.
Our teams across North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida were well-prepared for these storms. Unfortunately, the community impact was profound. Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought overwhelming floods, left millions without power and water, and tragically resulted in loss of life, including members of our own HCA Healthcare family. Many are still dealing with the aftereffects.
Throughout it all, the unwavering dedication, remarkable bravery, and outstanding leadership demonstrated by so many people in our company have been the utmost example of our mission. The unique capabilities of this organization coupled with the mindset of our people to do the right thing for our communities have ensured continued operations and, most importantly, uninterrupted patient care for the people who depend on us.
We know that many of our colleagues have been personally affected by these storms. In response, our HCA Healthcare Hope Fund has fulfilled more than 3,300 grant requests between Hurricanes Helene and Milton, totaling more than $2.8 million to date. In addition, mini marts, mobile showers, gasoline trucks, and more were all deployed to ensure our people had access to food, water, and other necessities.
This special publication is an opportunity to honor the incredible work that has taken place across our organization before, during, and after the hurricanes.
Your remarkable courage and resilience have been a privilege to observe. I am humbled by your compassion and solidarity during such heartbreaking times. Thank you. You make me proud to be a part of the HCA Healthcare family.
Sincerely,
