CMMC Auxiliary
The Central Montana Medical Center (CMMC) Auxiliary has been a vital part of our hospital community since its founding in 1961. Originally established under the direction of the Mother Superior at St. Joseph Hospital, the Auxiliary began with just 18 members. Their early efforts focused on providing comfort to patients through simple, heartfelt gestures—like offering coffee and cookies and mending lap robes and linens.
After CMMC moved to its current location, the Auxiliary’s role evolved. While direct patient interaction became less frequent, their commitment to supporting the hospital remained strong. Today, the Auxiliary focuses on fundraising and service projects that directly benefit patients, staff, and the broader healthcare mission.
Fundraising & Support Activities
The Auxiliary raises funds through a variety of events and initiatives, including:
- Gift Shop sales
- Bake sales
- Bazaars
- Silent auctions
- Rummage sales
These efforts help fund essential items and services that enhance patient care and staff support.
Handmade Contributions
Auxiliary members also create and donate a variety of handmade items, such as:
- Baby caps and blankets for newborns
- Chemotherapy comfort bags with items like lip balm, lozenges, notepads, and pens
- Welcome bags for new employees, including a Gift Shop certificate
- Lap robes for veterans
Annual Giving & Scholarships
Each year, hospital departments submit wish lists for items that directly support patient care. The Auxiliary allocates funds to fulfill as many of these requests as possible. In partnership with the Central Montana Foundation and the Central Montana Medical Foundation, the Auxiliary also awards scholarships to students pursuing careers in healthcare.
2025 Highlights
In 2025, the CMMC Auxiliary proudly provided:
- Five $1,000 scholarships to students entering health-related fields
- Infrared video goggles to assist in vertigo assessments
- Two Kindle tablets and earbuds for patients at the Helmsley Cancer Center
- Forty temple touch thermometers for chemotherapy comfort bags
- Nine infrared thermometers for the Clinic and Occupational Health Department
- Two blood pressure machines for the Clinic
Membership
The Auxiliary currently includes 60 members, with 18 lifetime members who have made significant contributions over the years. While some lifetime members are no longer active, many continue to support the Auxiliary’s mission in meaningful ways.
Join the CMMC Auxiliary
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? The CMMC Auxiliary welcomes new members who are passionate about supporting healthcare in Central Montana. Whether you enjoy crafting, organizing events, or simply want to make a difference, there’s a place for you in our Auxiliary.
