Auxiliary + Gift Shop

Myrtue Medical Center Auxiliary (MMCA) is a member-based program with the mission to support Myrtue Medical Center's services and activities benefiting patients, Myrtue Medical Center's team members and the community.

MMCA is an integral and vital part of Myrtue's organization and the volunteers contribute and provide a lasting impact throughout the Medical Center by funding scholarships for students in the healthcare field, purchasing hospital equipment, and providing employee appreciation activities. The Auxiliary has approximately 267 members, consisting of people of all ages. Myrtue Medical Center is proud to have such a dedicated, caring group of volunteers who donate more than just their time but also share their talents and compassion with patients, families, and employees. If you would like to be a part of the wonderful group of volunteers on the Auxiliary, please call 712.755.4316 or download the membership form here.

Latest Newsletter: Volume 71, Issue 3, October 2024

The Auxiliary releases three newsletters, Volunteer Voice, throughout the year to highlight current events and projects happening within the organization.

See our latest newsletter here

Auxiliary Gift Shop

Unique Boutique

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Thursdays: 9 AM to 4 PM

Fridays: 9 AM to 12:30 PM

The Auxiliary's Unique Boutique is located right inside the main clinic entrance off of Chatburn Avenue. There are many unique gifts in the Boutique, some of which include:

• Cards
• Candy / Snacks
• Jewelry
• Clothes
• Baby gifts
• Seasonal items
• Home décor for every occasion

The Unique Boutique is closed on weekends and holidays.

Auxiliary Support

The gift shop proceeds and Auxiliary fundraisers contribute to the purchase of equipment for clinical departments, student scholarships, donations for the first New Year's baby, and KidsFest monetary donations. MMCA supports the hospital in many ways:

• Provides employee gratitude events thanking team members for their dedicated service.
• In the month of May, MMCA schedules and leads first graders from Shelby County schools on POP (Pediatric Orientation Program) tours of various hospital departments.
• Annual Bazaar and Luncheon is an annual event held in September - this is our main fundraising event!
• In November, we host the gift shop's annual Holiday Open House which has many gifts available plus complimentary cookies and coffee for shoppers to enjoy.
• Tree of Lights is held annually; ornaments may be purchased in memory of or in honor of a loved one.
• The Newborn Stocking Hat Committee provides knitted and crocheted hats and blankets to our newborn babies.

Scholarships

MMCA awards a total of six scholarships each year to students who are pursuing a career in the healthcare field. There are five $1000 Auxiliary scholarships and one $1000 Donafae Hibray / Auxiliary Scholarship available. The completed application should be mailed to the committee prior to APRIL 1, 2026.

Scholarship Applications must be mailed by April 1st to Ruth Pitkin at 1213 Garfield Ave. Harlan, IA 51537

Scholarship Criteria:

• Field of Study - The applicant is required to be pursuing a degree or certification in a healthcare-related field such as nursing, medicine, diagnostic imaging, medical laboratory technician, health information management, physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, or a related discipline.
• Academic Standing - The applicant is required to demonstrate strong academic achievement.
• Community Service and Leadership - The applicant is required to have demonstrated meaningful community service and leadership ability.
• Educational Institution - The applicant is required to be accepted or enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or healthcare education program.
• Residency - The applicant is required to reside within 25 miles of Harlan, Iowa.
• Application Requirements - The applicant is required to complete the official scholarship application and submit all required materials by the stated deadline.

Selection Process:

• The Scholarship Committee shall review all completed applications that meet eligibility requirements.
• Selection shall be based on a review of academic performance, community service, leadership qualities, and commitment to a career in healthcare.
• Scholarship recipients shall be notified in writing and may be recognized publicly at an award ceremony and in the MMCA Volunteer Voice.
• Scholarship money will be given at the beginning of the second semester of the school year. It is the student's responsibility to notify the Myrtue Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship Chairman if he/she does not plan to attend college the second semester. If the original recipient does not continue with his/her education the second semester, scholarship monies will be awarded to the alternate student.
• Checks will be made in co-payment to the student and the college. Checks will be mailed to the student at the address provided, and must be endorsed by both the student and the college.

Apply by clicking on the following and downloading/printing the application:

• Myrtue Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship
• Donafae Hibray / Auxiliary Scholarship