Giving Clubs

All gifts to Summa Foundation are important and have an impact on the future of healthcare. Summa's Akron City and St. Thomas hospitals have a strong history of philanthropic support. The Akron community's generosity continues to fund the development of new medical treatments and advanced diagnostic equipment while providing for the training of the next generation of medical professionals. Becoming a Member Gift clubs are designed to recognize renewable annual giving. Contributions to capital projects are not eligible for membership in the following clubs. 

Summa Legacy Circle members are true philanthropic pioneers who, have discovered the extraordinary impact they can have on generations to come by remembering the Summa Foundation or other charitable organizations in their estate plans.  In addition to supporting innovative healthcare opportunities at Summa Health System, members enjoy a variety of benefits, including an exclusive, members-only annual event.  The Summa Foundation established the Summa Legacy Circle to honor donors who make provisions for Summa in their wills, trusts or other planned gifts. 

If you qualify for membership in the Summa Legacy Circle, or for more information about becoming a member, please contact the Summa Foundation at (330)375-3159.

Summa's Signature Society Summa's Signature Society consists of the premier giving clubs that help keep Summa's system strong. Members of Summa's Signature Society support medical education and research, provide for the patient comfort and care programs, and help acquire the state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment that keeps Summa Health System the finest in the area.

Vanguard Club:   $20,000 +                               $10,000 - $19,999  Ambassador's Club:  $5,000 - $9,999   President's Club:  $2,500 - $4,999                               $1,000 - $2,499

Leader:      $750 - $999 Member:    $500 - $749 Sponsor:    $250 - $499 Supporter: $100 - $249

Your gift at any of these levels provides special recognition in our publications. We welcome you to join your friends and neighbors who have already made an investment at this level.