CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Margaret Mary Health Foundation has exceeded its $10 million fundraising goal, securing $10.6 million for a new state-of-the-art hospital set to open in summer 2026. The “Ensuring Generations of Care” campaign, launched in mid-2024, aimed to reach its target by December 2026 but achieved it over a year early, thanks to the overwhelming support from donors, community partners, and volunteers.
During the annual gala, the Health Foundation presented the check to the hospital. “This milestone reflects the unwavering commitment of our community to advancing healthcare here in southeast Indiana,” said Liz Leising, CEO of Margaret Mary Health, in a media release.
The new hospital will serve as a regional hub for comprehensive medical care, offering a wide range of services to meet the community’s evolving needs. It will feature larger surgical suites, top-of-the-line maternity equipment, private patient rooms, an enhanced emergency room, and advanced imaging technology. The facility will also include a public cafe, a non-denominational chapel, community walking trails, and a park with tranquil ponds and gardens.
Margaret Mary Health, a not-for-profit critical access hospital in Batesville, Indiana, serves over 65,000 residents in Ripley, Franklin, and surrounding counties. Opportunities to contribute to the project remain open until Dec. 31, 2025.