Reid celebrates 2 foundation gifts

Reid Health named a dining room and conference room in honor of residents who made major gifts to the Reid Health Foundation.

The Paul & Pat Lingle Family Dining Room and the Henry Oncology Conference Room were unveiled Aug. 26, according to a news release.

Robin Henry has served on Reid’s governing and foundation boards and championed Reid causes such as BRAvo!, Kaleidoscope and ReidRide.

“Robin has said many times that giving isn’t about the amount, it’s about the act,” said Jason Troutwine, president of Reid Foundation. “It’s about neighbors caring for neighbors.”

Henry’s gift will create an endowed fund for the foundation to use wherever the need is greatest.

“Each one of us can make a difference in our own way,” Henry said. “Our community is truly blessed to have Reid there for us, and I can’t imagine not having Reid. It’s an integral part of the emotional and physical well-being of our community as well as a leader in our community initiatives.”

Paul Lingle has also served on Reid’s governing and foundation boards, and he and his wife, Pat, have a history supporting nonprofits that enhance health and well-being, provide educational opportunities or advance the arts.

“Paul and Pat’s generosity has touched every corner of this community,” Troutwine said. “They believe in a thriving community that is built on three essential pillars — education, the arts and healthcare. Their investments in each area can be seen and felt throughout Wayne County.”

Their gift will create the endowed Paul & Pat Lingle Experiential Learning Scholarship Fund that will provide an hourly wage for college students serving internships, apprenticeships or other experiential learning opportunities at Reid.

“I am always interested in keeping Richmond and Wayne County’s best and brightest here,” Paul Lingle said. “If we can get them connected — get them in healthcare early — we have a good chance of keeping them here and keeping them at Reid.”