Heidi Hess Haas has memorialized her husband, Dr. Gary Haas, nationally-known pediatric heart surgeon at Tampa Children's Hospital, by establishing the Gary Haas Heart Fund within the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay. Dr. Haas was tragically killed in August 2000 at the height of his career in a Bridgestone/Firestone tire-related accident.
This flexible
Donor Advised fund will perpetually carry out Dr. Haas' interest in
pediatric cardiovascular care and will make the Tampa Bay area a stronger
and healthier place for all its citizens.
"So many people are contributing to this fund because of their respect for Gary's work. I am proud that together we can continue to support the organizations and projects that were important to him, and I am grateful for the help I am receiving from the Community Foundation," said Heidi.
Future donations from friends, family, and colleagues in honor of Dr. Haas will build this fund far into the future. Among organizations receiving support are the Ronald McDonald House, Rotary Gift of Life of Florida, Tampa Children's Hospital at St. Joseph's and Samaritan's Purse Children's Heart project.
You too
can count on the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay to turn your caring
into commitment. You may establish a fund to honor a loved one or
to support a particular charity that is near and dear to your heart.
To find out how you can start your fund at the Foundation or to get more information, call 813.282.1975.
Members of the Bridge Club The Bridge Club's grantmaking works to make the community a better place by creatively addressing areas of current need.
Jane and Jerry Williams The Williams make grants to a variety of organizations that enrich our community.
Fred Fisher and Family Fred Fisher and his family support organizations that help the homeless and substance abusers and strengthen recreational and arts facilities.
Jack and Laura Golly The Golly's grant making helps nonprofits that are working to help the needy in our community.
Jim and Doris Siglin It is a designated fund, in his and his wife’s name (to honor her memory), specifically intended to assist Meals On Wheels Tampa forever.
Dr. Gladys Shafran Kashdin Dr. Gladys Shafran Kashdin wants to provide for the needs of active adults, be they able or disabled, and her focus is on the Adult/Senior Programs at MOSI and the Life Enrichment Center (LEC)
Jim and Jane Strenski
The Strenskis
make a difference in the
Tampa Bay area and leave
a legacy of generosity.
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eidi Hess Haas has memorialized her husband, Dr. Gary Haas, nationally-known pediatric heart surgeon at Tampa Children's Hospital, by establishing the Gary Haas Heart Fund within the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay. Dr. Haas was tragically killed in August 2000 at the height of his career in a Bridgestone/Firestone tire-related accident.
Confirmed in Compliance With National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations