HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital fights hunger by donating food to homeless coalition

Port Charlotte, FL — HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital is proud to join a growing number of community organizations that are donating daily surplus food to the Charlotte County Homeless Coalition. The medical staff at Fawcett Hospital recommended this initiative to hospital leaders who listened and implemented.

"Food orders can often exceed demand and this surplus is another opportunity for Fawcett Hospital to help improve the health equity in our communities,” said George Ruggiero, MD, chief medical officer of HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital. “Caring for our community often goes beyond the walls of the hospital and we thank our caregivers for recommending this initiative which can have a lasting impact on those we are privileged to serve.”

“We want to thank Fawcett Hospital for their continued support during this time when the need is greater than ever,” said Tina Fuigilo, chief executive officer of the Charlotte County Homeless Coalition. “Their outstanding contribution will provide nutrition for families, Veterans and residents in Charlotte County.”

Hospital Partnerships: As part of the hospital’s ongoing commitment to the community, HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital has forged meaningful partnerships and made substantial contributions to local charities, enhancing the collective ability to address diverse healthcare needs. These partnerships focused specifically on increasing opportunity and access to healthcare careers, advocating and promoting heart health for all communities and championing positive mental wellness. Charity partners included:

• Charlotte County Homeless Coalition
• Charlotte County Public Schools
• Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce
• Center for Abuse & Rape Emergencies
• American Heart Association, Charlotte County
• Relay for Life, Charlotte County
• Habitat for Humanity
• Charlotte Behavioral Healthcare
• United Way Charlotte County
• Virginia B. Andes Community Clinic
• Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce
• Military Heritage Museum
• North Port Chamber of Commerce
• Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce
• Harry Chapin Food Bank
• Suncoast Blood Centers
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Suncoast

For more information on HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital’s partnerships visit the HCA Florida Healthcare website.