Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the Team Giving Campaign?

Team Giving is the new name of the Spirit of Giving Employee Giving Campaign. The campaign is the annual opportunity for all Corewell Health team members to provide charitable support for programs and services benefiting patients, families, colleagues, and the communities we serve.

Where does the money go?

All giving is donor-directed, so you control where it goes. The fund choices provided are managed by the Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan, so all funds stay in our region. 

Do I have to make a charitable contribution?

No. It is up to you whether you give to the campaign, but we hope you will consider doing so.

Why should I make a gift?

• Charitable donations are vital to expanding clinical services, research, and development, and providing patient and family support, as well as many programs benefiting team members.  
• Many of our programs and services - such as the Family and Child Life Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund, are solely funded by charitable dollars.
• Gifts from our team members are particularly powerful because they demonstrate that those closest to our mission are personally investing back into their organization. When team members contribute financially, it makes community members more likely to give as well.

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes. As a non-profit organization, your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. 

How can I donate?  

What projects and programs can I support?

The Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan administers hundreds of charitable funds supporting people, projects, and programs across the system. Programs that have historically received top team member support include the Team Member Assistance Fund that assists team members with financial hardships and Children’s Miracle Network, our partnership that allocates funds directly to Beaumont Children’s for immediate impact on our youngest patients and their families.

I can’t find the fund that I want to support. What do I do?

Contact the Foundation and we will help locate the fund and direct your gift.

If my financial situation changes during the year, can I increase, decrease, or stop my payroll deductions?

Yes! It’s your donation, and you are in charge. Contact the Foundation to make any changes.

How much of my donation goes to the administrative costs of the campaign?

None! The Foundation covers all campaign costs, so 100 percent of your gift goes where you choose. 

What is a recurring gift?

A gift that continues the gift amount and payment method for the charitable fund(s) you have chosen to support until, and unless, you make a change.

Why make a recurring gift?

• To provide steady income for the important programs and services you choose to support.
• To save yourself time and effort. Once you lock it in, there is no need to respond annually.

How do I change my gift? Are there limited times during the year I can make a change?

Call or email the Foundation to change or discuss your gift at any time.