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
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
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
In honor of the theme for the 111th annual Cherokee Indian Fair being “They Made the Way” which is being held this week, we travel back to where it all started, 129 years ago when the first physician came to Cherokee, NC. In the heart of the Cherokee community lies a rich history that encompasses … Continued
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
Exciting strides are being made in the heart of Cherokee culture, thanks to the invaluable support of the Cherokee Preservation Foundation. At the forefront of this remarkable endeavor is the “Sacred Fire Project,” brought to life through the collaborative efforts of renowned metalsmith William Rogers and two exceptional artists, Nathan Bush and JR Wolfe, both … Continued
Cherokee Central Schools students in grades 6 through 12th painted individual canvases to be given to guests of the 12th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala scheduled for July 15. This year’s event is nearly sold out and will bring 700 guests together at the Cherokee Casino Resort to raise funds to support the Cherokee … Continued
CHEROKEE, NC – The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation is excited to announce that the proceeds from the upcoming, highly anticipated 12th Annual Gala will go towards the newly established Foundation Endowment fund. This special initiative is in honor of EBCI Beloved Woman Dr. Carmaleta Monteith, who has played a pivotal role in the Hospital Foundation … Continued
This June, the Cherokee Community will celebrate the official opening of the brand-new Men’s Home located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation. The Men’s Home, which offers transitional housing to men, and their children, who are coming from treatment at the Hospital or satellite clinics, was the focus of the 11th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation … Continued
The 12th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala, which will be held on July 15th at the Cherokee Casino Resort, promises to be “A Star-Filled Summer Night,” to celebrate healthcare and community in a festive atmosphere under the stars. “We are honored to have a special guest at this year’s Gala, Dr. Stephen Trzeciak, Best … Continued