DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Parkland Hospital is using donations from the community to help medical experts better respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
According to the Parkland Foundation, more than $3.5 million in philanthropic gifts have been committed to support a new Public Health Preparedness Fund. The money is intended to help Parkland Health & Hospital System respond to the most urgent needs that come with delivering quality, compassionate care in Dallas County during the current COVID-19 pandemic.
“As the only public health system in Dallas County, Parkland depends on the generosity of dedicated supporters to sustain its high level of care through public health emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic,” explains Michael A. Horne, EdD, president and CEO of Parkland Foundation. “We are grateful for the outpouring of support from so many in our community at such a critical time. On behalf of our caregivers and patients, I extend a most sincere thank you.”
The Public Health Preparedness Fund was established by long-time Parkland champions as cases of COVID-19 arrived in Dallas County. In addition to helping Parkland respond to the current pandemic, the fund will also build capacity for Parkland to make an immediate impact locally when the next public health emergency arises.
Donations to the Public Health Preparedness Fund have already provided rapid testing machines, childcare support for critical front line healthcare workers, and UV light disinfectant systems that can eradicate “superbugs” like COVID-19.
Parkland Foundation continues to accept donations with a goal of raising $10 million for the Public Health Preparedness Fund.
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