10 Bringing healthcare news to your home Janet Hibbs Jones worked as an educator for 43 years, and at age 91, she continues subbing at local elementary schools. “I still love it,” she said. “And I think that, most of the time, the kids like to have me there.” Her passion for early childhood development is a big reason why Hibbs Jones chose to include the Columbus Community Hospital Foundation in her estate planning. She directed her gift toward Wiggles & Giggles pediatric therapy, while noting that she’s happy to support other services as needed. “I think it’s important for rural communities to have a good hospital,” she said. “They contribute so much to the community.” Want to include the CCH Foundation in your will? Here’s some sample language you can use: “I [name], of [city, state, ZIP] give, devise and bequeath to Columbus Community Hospital Foundation [written amount or percentage of the estate or description of property] for its unrestricted use and purpose.” Having high-quality services nearby makes getting care easier, she said. “Some of us are not driving anymore, and to get into Omaha or Lincoln is a real chore,” Hibbs Jones said. “We want our local hospital to have as much of the upcoming new equipment in it as possible. And those things are expensive. It’s good for all of us to support our community hospital.” Recognizing generous donors through art Hibbs Jones is a member of the Sterling Society. Since 2021, CCH has recognized this special group comprising donors who have included a charitable bequest of $5,000 or more in their will or living trust. To honor the generosity of its Sterling Society donors, CCH’s donor recognition wall at the hospital entrance features a stunning piece of metal artwork that bears the names of each member. “We wanted it to stand out, and we’re very happy it’s come to fruition,” said Cori Fullner, the foundation’s director. “Now we just need it to grow. We would love to have to expand that artwork Sterling Society legacy gifts Consider naming the CCH Foundation in your will or living trust Jay Trofholz and Janet Hibbs Jones are strong supporters of the Sterling Society and local healthcare.
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