ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities

04/01/2026

At ARH, care doesn’t stop with clinical treatment. It continues in the moments between.

This Volunteer Appreciation Month, we’re proud to celebrate the people who quietly show up for our communities to offer comfort, connection, and support when it’s needed most.

That’s what a day in the life of an ARH volunteer looks like. And the impact reaches far beyond a single moment.

If you’ve ever thought about giving back, there’s a place for you here.

Learn more about volunteering with ARH and how you can support patients and families across Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia by visiting www.ARH.org/volunteers.

03/30/2026

Today we proudly celebrate our ARH doctors who inspire hope, healing, and trust in our communities every day. As Appalachian Regional Healthcare marks 70 years of caring for our region, we reflect on a legacy made possible by physicians like you, past and present, who continue to move us forward. Thank you for the impact you make today and always. Happy Doctors' Day!

03/26/2026

NEWS RELEASE – ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities Awards $5,000 to Morgan County EMS

WEST LIBERTY, KY – The ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities has awarded a $5,000 community grant to Morgan County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Training & Education Institute, a division of Morgan County EMS, to strengthen emergency medical workforce development in Eastern Kentucky.

Based in West Liberty, the Training & Education Institute was established to address the growing shortage of qualified EMS providers across the region. By expanding access to training, delivering evidence-based instruction, and improving clinical competency through simulation, the institute plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of emergency medical professionals who serve Morgan County and surrounding communities.

The grant will support the purchase of a high-fidelity training manikin designed to enhance hands-on clinical simulation. Current training equipment limits the ability to conduct modern, scenario-based instruction in airway management, cardiac response, trauma care, and pediatric emergencies. The new manikin will allow students to practice complex, real-world emergency scenarios in a controlled environment, strengthening both skill development and confidence before entering the field.

“Access to highly trained emergency responders is fundamental to community health and safety,” said Whittney Allen, Director of Foundation Marketing and Communications for the ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities. “By investing in advanced clinical simulation, we are strengthening the skills and preparedness of the providers who are often the first point of care in a medical emergency. That directly supports safer outcomes for patients across our region.”

Read the full article at https://ecs.page.link/EyPdv

03/23/2026

Every gift makes a local impact.
At the ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities, 100% of every dollar donated stays in the communities we serve, giving donors confidence that their support is making a meaningful difference.
www.ARH.org/donate

03/20/2026

Let’s golf. Let’s give.
⛳️Join us May 18 at the ARH Foundation Golf Classic at Greenbrier Golf & Country Club and help make every swing count for healthier communities across Appalachia. Sponsorships and teams are still available—but spots are filling quickly.
👉 Register or sponsor today: www.arh.org/golf
👉 Can’t attend but want to give? www.arh.org/donate Your support makes a lasting impact—on and off the course.

03/17/2026

NEWS RELEASE – ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities Awards $5,000 to Pine Mountain Search and Rescue

WHITESBURG, KY – The ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities has awarded a $5,000 Community Grant to Pine Mountain Search & Rescue to strengthen emergency response readiness across Letcher County and surrounding communities.
Serving over 21,000 residents, Pine Mountain Search and Rescue operates in some of the most rugged and remote terrain in Eastern Kentucky. Formed by local woodsmen, law enforcement officers, and first responders, the all-volunteer organization provides specialized search and rescue operations for individuals who become lost, injured, or stranded in wilderness areas. The team also plays a critical role during natural disasters, assisting with debris removal, supply distribution, shelter support, and emergency transportation when traditional response resources are limited or delayed.
This grant will allow for important equipment upgrades that enhance mission-critical communication, vehicle visibility, transportation reliability, and responder safety. Funding will provide updated radios, a 360-degree lighting system for the team’s primary response vehicle, replacement tires for response vehicles and the supply trailer, and updated technical rescue equipment including helmets, boots, gloves, and certified rescue belts necessary for high-risk operations such as establishing rappel lines. Together, these investments directly strengthen operational readiness and ensure the team can continue delivering safe and effective emergency response services.
“In a region where geography can slow traditional response times, Pine Mountain Search & Rescue is an essential partner. Providing them with reliable equipment strengthens our entire emergency response network and ultimately improves safety outcomes for the people we serve,” said Jamie Easterling, CEO of Whitesburg ARH.
Read the full article at https://ecs.page.link/eNjCk

ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities Mission Statement To further healthcare, education and community involvement in Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia through philanthropy and fundraising for Appalachian Regional Healthcare. The ARH Foundation wants to make it simple for you to make an...

03/10/2026

Because home is worth investing in—and every dollar helps our communities thrive. www.ARH.org/donate

03/09/2026

Save the Date! ⛳️ Join us May 18, 2026, at Greenbrier Golf & Country Club for the ARH Foundation Charity Golf Classic—supporting healthier communities across Appalachia. Learn more today by visiting www.ARH.org/golf and contact us at 866-940-4572 with any questions.

03/08/2026

Today we celebrate the strength, leadership, and impact of women everywhere. When women are supported, communities are stronger and futures are brighter. Happy International Women's Day.

03/05/2026

Service is at the heart of what we do. The ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities team spent the day serving at the Johnson County Senior Citizen Center as part of our Giving With Our Hands initiative—giving time, care, and compassion to our neighbors.

Johnson County Senior Citizens Ctr

03/04/2026

Next in our Meet the Team series is Whittney Allen, Director of Foundation Marketing & Communications. In this role, Whittney leads marketing, brand strategy, and communications across ARH’s 14-hospital system in Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia—ensuring that the impact of philanthropy is visible, meaningful, and rooted in the communities it serves. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and a Master of Arts, bringing together clinical insight and strategic communication to advance mission-driven work. Whittney serves on the Morehead State University Nursing Advisory Council, where she was named the 2026 recipient of the Rising Eagle Alumni Award. She has also been commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel by Governor Andy Beshear, recognizing her service and leadership across the Commonwealth.

02/28/2026

Neighbors helping neighbors means showing up, lending a hand, and caring for people in our own communities. This is what support looks like when it stays close to home. Learn more today at www.ARH.org/volunteers