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About the Cortlandt Whitehead Society

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More than 150 years ago, Rev. Cortlandt Whitehead helped bring St. Luke’s to life. As a founding trustee, he led the fundraising effort that established the hospital in 1872—driven by the belief that every community deserves access to compassionate, high-quality care close to home.

Today, that same spirit endures through the Cortlandt Whitehead Society, a distinguished community of supporters whose generosity advances the mission of St. Luke’s.

What Is the Cortlandt Whitehead Society?

The Cortlandt Whitehead Society recognizes individuals who contribute $1,000 or more annually in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30) to St. Luke’s University Health System.

Membership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening health care in our region—ensuring that patients and families have access to leading-edge treatment, compassionate caregivers, and innovative programs for years to come.

Why Your Membership Matters

Philanthropy plays a vital role in shaping the future of health care at St. Luke’s. Contributions from Society members help to:

  • Expand access to care across the communities we serve
  • Invest in lifesaving medical technology and state-of-the-art facilities
  • Educate and train the next generation of health care professionals
  • Enhance programs and services that improve patient outcomes

Together, these efforts enable St. Luke’s to serve hundreds of thousands of patients each month with excellence and compassion.

Member Benefits

As a member of the Cortlandt Whitehead Society, you gain meaningful opportunities to stay connected and engaged with the impact of your giving:

  • Exclusive Updates – Receive regular communications highlighting how your support is making a difference
  • Special Invitations – Enjoy access to select events and behind-the-scenes experiences
  • Deeper Connection – Engage more closely with the programs and initiatives your philanthropy supports

A Community of Impact

Membership in the Cortlandt Whitehead Society is more than recognition—it is a partnership in advancing health care. Like Rev. Whitehead and the early supporters who believed in what St. Luke’s could become, today’s members are helping to shape what it will be tomorrow.

Your generosity creates lasting change, improving lives today and building a healthier future for our entire community.

Join the Cortlandt Whitehead Society

Contribute $1,000 or more during the fiscal year to join a dedicated community of supporters committed to advancing exceptional care at St. Luke’s.