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Published on: 02-23-2021
Loma Linda University Health announced a record US$476,832,220 raised during Vision 2020 – The Campaign for a Whole Tomorrow. The conclusion of the eight-year fundraising effort, which advanced the organization’s goal of furthering clinical care, education, and research, was celebrated Sunday, February 21, 2021.
Richard H. Hart, Loma Linda University Health president, expressed his deepest appreciation to every person who supported the campaign for contributing to the success of such an amazing accomplishment.
“We are so grateful for each supporter who gave through their commitment to our mission,” he said. “It is because of the unwavering support of our donors who responded beyond our expectations that Vision 2020 has had an incredible impact on our campus and has made a difference in the lives of those we serve every day.”
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