Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church donates $250,000 to Golisano Children's Hospital

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Feb. 12, 2025 - PRLog -- Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church has pledged $250,000 to Golisano Children's Hospital in support of the new pediatric surgery center. This generous contribution underscores the church's dedication to improving the lives of children and families throughout Southwest Florida.

The surgery center will relocate 80% of outpatient procedures currently performed at HealthPark Medical Center, freeing up space for urgent and complex surgeries like pediatric neurosurgery and trauma care. Designed as a dedicated hub for specialized pediatric surgical care, the center will provide a calm, secure environment where children and their families feel welcome and supported.

"We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church," said Katy Martinez, senior director of development for Lee Health Foundation. "Their commitment to supporting the surgery center demonstrates the power of community partnerships in transforming healthcare for children in our region."

Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church is a multi-generational community offering ministries for all ages, including youth programs, Bible studies, and various small groups. Through this meaningful gift, the church is extending its mission of service and care far beyond its congregation. To learn more about Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church, visit gtlc.org (https://www.gtlc.org/).

For additional information about Lee Health Foundation and the advancement of children's healthcare in SWFL, visit GiveGolisano.org (https://www.leehealthfoundation.org/) or call 239-343-6950.

About Lee Health Foundation

Lee Health Foundation raises philanthropic dollars on behalf of private nonprofit Lee Health to establish, expand and enhance innovative, lifesaving and preventative programs. The Foundation provides financial support for all five Lee Health hospitals including Golisano Children's Hospital and Lee Health Fort Myers, opening late 2027, as well as many service areas including Lee Health Cancer Institute, Lee Health Coconut Point, Lee Health Heart Institute, Lee Health Hospital at Home, Lee Health Musculoskeletal Institute, and Community Health Clinics. Over the last year, the Foundation has distributed more than $27 million to support Lee Health's mission. Please visit LeeHealthFoundation.org (http://www.leehealthfoundation.org/) or call 239-343-6950 for more information about the role of Lee Health philanthropy in Southwest Florida.