Volunteer Service and Fundraising Efforts

Founded in 1971, to support the aims and objectives of the hospital, the EJGH Auxiliary has supported East Jefferson General Hospital through volunteer service and fundraising efforts ever since. The mission of the EJGH Auxiliary is to further the goals and objectives of EJGH by channeling the energy of the citizens of the community wishing to contribute their time, talent and financial assistance.

At its inception, this non-profit group was composed of community volunteers dedicated to brightening the stays of East Jefferson General Hospital patients by delivering books and magazines throughout the hospital.

Proceeds from the EJGH Auxiliary go towards community programs including nursing education, certifications and healthcare. Over the years the EJGH Auxiliary has furnished one of the first emergency trauma rooms, a room in the neonatal unit, and bought equipment for x-rays, bone scans, pediatrics, the PACU room (recovery room), the Wellness Center, the Yenni Cancer Center, the Breast Care Center and more.

Now in its 55th year, the EJGH Auxiliary has donated over $2.1 million to the hospital and its programs.

East Jefferson General Hospital Auxiliary programs and events

Great Ladies and Great Gentleman Awards Luncheon

Since 1975, the EJGH Auxiliary has sponsored the Great Lady/Great Gentleman Awards to honor exceptional volunteers in the Greater New Orleans area. The luncheon is held annually and includes an auction, raffles and an awards presentation. Proceeds from the event fund a nursing scholarship program, a continuing education and certification/recertification programs for nurses, and special hospital projects.

Nursing certification program

This program was organized by the hospital's nursing administration to assist nurses in obtaining certification and recertifications. The EJGH Auxiliary raises funds for this endeavor.

Doctors' Day and Nurses' Day

The EJGH Auxiliary honors East Jefferson General Hospital doctors, nurses, and hospital staff on their own special days for the dedication they show to the hospital and its patients all year long.

Member dues

Annual and lifetime EJGH Auxiliary memberships are available to anyone who wishes to join. A one-year membership is $35. A lifetime membership is $250.

Interested in membership? Download our membership form here and email to carrel.epling@gmail.com.

Committees

• Membership
• Telephone/Mailing
• Publicity
• Historian
• Social/Special Events
• Installation Luncheon
• Great Lady, Great Gentleman Luncheon

2025-2026 EJGH Auxiliary Officers

• President, Deborah Schmitz
• President-Elect, Darlene McGarry
• 1st Vice President, Dolores Hall
• 2nd Vice President, Carrel Epling
• Corresponding Secretary, Karen Villavaso
• Recording Secretary, Amy Carbonnette-Cioll
• Treasurer, Darlene McGarry
• Parliamentarian, Rosalie Edwards
• Immediate Past-Presidents, Mary Crumb and Paige Lemieux
• Members-At-Large: JoAnn Bohm, Dianne Breaux, Ginger Crawford, Lisa Hunt, Rachel Munoz, Sarah Perrin and Dianne Thames

Help us impact our community

A donation to the EJGH Auxiliary, can make a huge difference to your community hospital. Your decision to give will impact important hospital programs at East Jefferson General Hospital. Your partnership is greatly appreciated as East Jefferson General Hospital continues to strive to be the leader in excellence and quality healthcare for our region.

To make a donation, please mail to:
East Jefferson General Hospital Auxiliary
4200 Houma Boulevard, Box #65
Metairie, LA. 70006