Penobscot Valley Hospital (PVH) is excited to launch a community-wide fundraising initiative aimed at enhancing patient care and comfort—one mattress at a time. With a goal of raising $30,000, this campaign invites both hospital staff and the broader Lincoln-area community to come together and invest in something meaningful: better rest, better healing, and better experiences for every patient who stays with us.
We are asking our internal team—PVH’s dedicated staff and board of directors—to raise $15,000, and we are turning to you, our neighbors and friends, to match that amount with another $15,000 from the community. Together, we can ensure that every patient who stays at PVH does so on a high-quality, supportive mattress that promotes healing and comfort.
A mattress may seem like a small thing—but for someone spending the night in a hospital bed, it can make all the difference. Whether it’s a person coming in for an emergency, someone recovering from surgery, or a neighbor receiving long-term care, we want them to rest easier knowing they are in a place that puts their comfort first.
But this effort goes beyond just replacing equipment—it’s about building a community of giving to support our community. In small-town Maine, we know what it means to show up for one another. At PVH, we strive to be our community’s trusted healthcare partner, committed to the health and well-being of those we serve with compassion, quality, and excellence. This campaign is one more way we’re living that mission.
Staff will also be stepping up in a special way. Those who choose to donate will earn the opportunity to “dress down” each Friday during the campaign—wearing jeans and a custom pin that proudly says, “We are dressed down for your comfort.” It’s a visible reminder that giving isn’t just about money—it’s about showing up, pitching in, and being part of something bigger. When you see that pin, you’ll know: our staff is giving for you, for your loved ones, and for our community.
Ways to Give:
- Online: Visit pvhme.org/patient-resources/donate-now
- In Person: Stop by PVH and drop off a donation by cash or check.
At Penobscot Valley Hospital, we are more than just caregivers—we’re your neighbors. We live here, raise our families here, and care deeply about this region and its people. Our mission is to be your trusted healthcare partner, and that means investing in every detail of your care experience—from advanced medical services to the mattress beneath you.
Every dollar makes a difference, and every act of generosity brings us closer. Whether you give $5 or $500, your support becomes part of a larger story—one of kindness, community, and care.
Let’s show what a small, rural Maine town can do when we come together. Let’s build comfort, compassion, and connection—together.