Grand Girlfriends Dish About the Group

"I love that it was so easy to join."

"It's all about helping other women - that's so cool."

"I really like that I can help decide how my gift can truly make a difference."

Grand Impact

In 2007, Grand Girlfriends awarded a grant to The Lacks Cancer Center at Saint Mary's to purchase plush robes for women to wear before their radiation treatment for their breast or lung cancer. As one patient stated, "I feel more comfortable, warm, and private with the beautiful robe - thank you for making this difficult time easier."

And in 2008, Grand Girlfriends awarded a grant to Saint Mary's Heritage Pediatrics, an inner city health center that provides primary and specialty care to a large number of families living at or below poverty levels. Many of these patients lack even the most basic health education and tools for effective parenting and childcare. Knowing when a child has a fever and needs to be seen by a physician is a foreign concept to many of these families. With a digital thermometer and basic information about fevers, families will be better equipped to know when to seek medical and/or emergency care. The award provided education and digital thermometers to 400 families.

To become a Grand Girlfriend or to receive more information, call or email:

Rachel Selgo
616.685.1898
selgor@trinity-health.org.