Cherokee Central School students create custom vases for guests of 13th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala

Cherokee Central Schools art students painted individual vases to be given to guests of the 13th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala scheduled for June 15. This year’s sold-out event will bring 700 guests together at the Cherokee Casino Resort to raise funds to support the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation. Each personalized vase is custom … Continued

Susan Crowe, Manager of CIHA Eye Clinic, Receives 2023 Lula Owl Gloyne Person of Excellence Award

The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation proudly announces Susan Crowe, Manager of the CIHA Eye Clinic, as the recipient of the 2023 Lula Owl Gloyne Person of Excellence Award. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals whose outstanding contributions have significantly enhanced healthcare within the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). Susan Crowe’s journey at the Cherokee Indian … Continued

2024 Hospital Gala Nearly Sold Out!

I wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support of the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation (CIHF). Your generosity and dedication have made a significant impact on the well-being of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians. As of March 1, we are excited to announce that individual ticket and … Continued

Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Announces Beneficiary of 13th Annual Gala: Pediatric Mental Health Resources

We are thrilled to announce that the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation’s 13th Annual Gala will benefit services and programs who serve the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians and are dedicated to providing pediatric mental health resources in Western North Carolina. This decision comes in response to the urgent need for enhanced mental health support … Continued

Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority encourages support of Foundation on Giving Tuesday

In the spirit of Giving Tuesday, the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) encourages the community to consider supporting the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation (CIHF). Giving Tuesday is an annual global generosity movement that encourages people to give back and make a positive impact on their communities. CIHA, a vital healthcare institution committed to serving the … Continued

Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation invites community to Sacred Fire Courtyard Dedication

The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority is set to celebrate a momentous occasion with the dedication ceremony of the new Sacred Fire Courtyard on Friday, December 8, at 2 p.m. Spearheaded by the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation and the Cherokee Preservation Foundation, the “Sacred Fire Project” initiative is the result of the collaborative genius of renowned … Continued

3 Doors Down recognized for contributing $50,000 to the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation since 2016

Friday night, members of the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Board were invited to a VIP reception at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort as part of The Better Life Foundation’s, the non-profit organization started by the band 3 Doors Down, annual fundraising weekend. As part of the program, Hospital Foundation Development Director Brittney Lofthouse had the opportunity … Continued

Cherokee Indian Hospital is economic hub for WNC

The Cherokee Indian Hospital is not only a healthcare institution that provides crucial medical services for members of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians, but it also serves as an economic powerhouse for the region. With a dedicated workforce, spanning 11 counties within North Carolina and even extending into three bordering states, the hospital’s … Continued