Because life is precious, we encourage giving to life and a lifetime of giving.

Individuals, corporations and foundations from Southeast Michigan communities have been a mighty force at Oakwood since the earliest days when Ford Motor Company donated land in Dearborn for a 200-bed hospital. Donors have contributed their time, talent and treasure so that the best possible healthcare would always be available to patients, families and our community. Their support has played a vital role in transforming the very character of today’s four-hospital system, providing service to more than one million patients from 35 communities around the region.

As a not-for-profit institution, Oakwood relies on the generosity of the community to achieve our standards of excellence in patient care, research, education and community outreach. Private contributions strengthen our funding resources – allowing us to provide groundbreaking programs, services and technologies to our patients.

Philanthropy provides that margin of excellence that permits our organization to lead rather than follow. Every gift – no matter how large or small – makes an enormous difference in the lives of those we serve. If you are not already part of the Oakwood family of supporters, we invite you to join

Become the recognized leader in clinical quality, service and value as an independent health care system

Provide excellence in care, healing and health to the individuals and communities we serve.