Transforming Care Through a Remarkable Legacy
Marilyn V. Adams Creates a Lasting Impact

Marilyn V. Adams planned a legacy gift to Saddleback Medical Center, and her extraordinary generosity exceeded all expectations. Learn how her $6 million gift is transforming care for seniors and patients facing serious illness.

Back to the Life She Loves
A Grateful Cardiac Patient's Journey

Heart concerns threatened to slow Zetta Grich down, but expert cardiovascular care at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center helped her get back to the life she loves. Read more about her inspiring journey and how philanthropy made a meaningful difference in her life.

A Legacy of Leadership and Giving

When minutes matter most, the right technology can make all the difference. Discover how Dr. Barbara Victor’s generosity is making a lasting impact on emergency care at Saddleback Medical Center.

Supporting Those Who Care for Our Community

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, 19 MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center employees were awarded a total of $61,500 in scholarships at the Foundation’s annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on July 17.

2026 Scholarship Awards Recipients

Hope Herbst, Paula Wheeler and Liz Chassagne

Subaru Supports New Moms and Babies

We are grateful to Frank’s Irvine Subaru for its generous support of our Mommy & Me Postpartum Classes. Thanks to partners like Frank’s Irvine Subaru, Saddleback Medical Center provides this free service, offering families the support they need for a healthy start. 

Thank You Frank's Irvine Subaru

Spring Gala, Presented by Turner Construction Company Raises Nearly $600,000 for Patient Care

Thanks to the generosity of donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community supporters, this year's Spring Gala raised nearly $600,000 to advance patient care at Saddleback Medical Center. See how our community came together to make a difference.

Celebrating 10 Years of Caring for Women, Together

Beauty In Grace women’s giving circle celebrated 10 years of philanthropy and impact at the annual spring luncheon. Discover how collective giving has helped advance women's health and support generations of patients and families.

Turn Today’s IRA into Tomorrow’s Legacy
Consider an IRA Charitable Rollover

If you are age 70½ or older, an IRA charitable rollover, also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), may provide a tax-efficient way to support Saddleback Medical Center. An IRA rollover allows eligible donors to direct gifts from their IRA to support patient care and hospital priorities while potentially reducing taxable income.

It's a simple way to make a meaningful impact today while supporting the causes you care about most.

Discover Our Newly Revamped Website

We've created a refreshed online experience that makes it easier than ever to connect with the causes that matter most to you.

Whether your passion is cancer care, heart and vascular services, women's health, scholarship support, senior care or innovation, you'll find meaningful ways to make a difference.

saddlebackfoundation.org

Follow the Stories Behind the Impact

To better connect our community with the latest health care news and Foundation impact stories, you'll now find us on MemorialCare's social media channels.

Join the conversation and stay connected with the impact you're making possible.