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Granville Health System Foundation Now Accepting Applications For Its 2023 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship

13th Annual Award Recognizes Exceptional Academic Achievement In Pursuit of a Career in Health Care The Granville Health System Foundation today announced that it is accepting applications for its 2023 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program, now in its 13th year. The deadline for submitting a completed scholarship application packet is…

[front and center: David Smith/GHS Board of Trustees Chairman (tan jacket), Susan Bowman (brown coat), and John Burns/GHS Foundation President (holding plaque), and members of GHS Foundation Board and GHS Staff.] Granville Health System Foundation Recognizes Legacy of Gary Bowman with Dedication Ceremony of GHS Pharmacy

The Gary L. Bowman Pharmacy at Granville Medical Center Honors Mr. Bowman’s Devotion to Oxford Community The GHS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, today held a dedication ceremony at Granville Health System (GHS) in downtown Oxford to honor Gary L. Bowman, a pharmacist, past GHS Foundation President and Oxford resident…

An image that is about the Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship. It's due April 29, 2022. The Granville Health System Foundation is accepting applications for the 2022 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship fund was established for the purpse of assisting a Granville County resident who has been accepted into or is currently in a two-year or four-year allied health program at an accredited school and who intends to pursue a career in the allied health care field. Granville Health System Foundation Now Accepting Applications for 2022 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship

12th Annual Award Recognizes Exceptional Academic Achievement In Pursuit of a Career in Health Care The Granville Health System Foundation (GHS Foundation) today announced that it is accepting applications for its 2022 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program, now in its 12th year. The deadline for submitting a completed scholarship application…

GHS Foundation's, GHS Foundation to Host Annual Gala on December 10 to Benefit Granville Health System

The GHS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is hosting its annual “The MASK-arade” Gala on Friday, December 10. This year’s Gala will be a virtual event that includes an online auction, a raffle, and a five-course dinner from Strong Arm Baking Company that will be delivered directly to your door.…

Leah Parrott Receives Sam Perry Scholarship Award From the Granville Health System Foundation Leah Parrott Receives Sam Perry Scholarship Award From the Granville Health System Foundation

11th Annual Award Recognizes Exceptional Academic Achievement In Pursuit of Career in Health Care. The Granville Health System Foundation today announced that Leah Parrott of Oxford is the recipient of its 11th annual Sam Perry Scholarship Award. Ms. Parrott, who is the daughter of Tracy and Allison Parrott, is a…

Graphic showing sparkly red mask promoting the MASK-arade Gala GHS Foundation announces MASK-arade Gala

The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation will host the MASK-arade Gala on Saturday, December 5. The event will be a virtual gala that includes a virtual auction, a raffle, and a 5-course dinner from Strong Arm Baking Company, delivered to your door. Proceeds will benefit Granville Health System. Martha Wrenn,…

Group photo of Renee Dawn Boone receiving 2020 Sam Perry Scholarship Granville Health System Foundation Awards 2020 Sam Perry Scholarship to Renee Dawn Boone

Congratulations, Renee Dawn Boone! The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Renee Dawn Boone of Creedmoor was awarded the tenth annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Boone, who is the daughter of Connie & Rodney Boone, graduated from South Granville High School. She will be attending East Carolina University this…

Art Gala Logo - Black and red serif type inside offset rectangle Granville Health System Foundation Cancels Annual Art Gala

The annual Art Gala hosted by the Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation has been canceled. The event had been scheduled for late-November. Gary Bowman, Chairman of the Foundation and GHS CEO John F. Snow made the announcement this week. The 2020 event would have marked the twelfth annual Art Gala.…

The Granville Health System Foundation Announces Morning Start for Ambulance Chase and Food Truck Rodeo

The Granville Health System Foundation announced that the 2020 Ambulance Chase and Food Truck Rodeo will begin in the morning this year. The event is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in downtown Oxford. The 10K Run, 5K Run, and 1-Mile Family Walk will be held in…

Photo of woman running on a track 5K Preparation Plan

Starting a Running Program can be a bit daunting. But, having a plan and setting goals for yourself is a great way to set you up for success. The Granville Ambulance Chase, a 10K, 5K, and Fun Run is set for March 7, 2020! Nathan Ameen, GHS Athletic trainer with the Granville…

2019 Art Gala graphic with white type over pink illustrated background 2019 Art Gala

Eleventh Annual GHS Foundation Art Gala Offers a Night of Celebration The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation will host its eleventh annual Art Gala on Saturday, November 23 at the Henderson Country Club. Gary Bowman, Chairman of the Foundation, said, “Our theme this year is ‘Building for the Future’ and…

Granville Health System Foundation Awards 2019 Sam Perry Scholarship to Emily Grace Wright

The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Emily Grace Wright of Oxford was awarded the ninth annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Wright, who is the daughter of Angela and Robbie Wright, graduated from South Granville High School. She will be attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill…

Granville Ambulance Chase Announces Results

The eighth annual Granville Ambulance Chase & Food Truck Rodeo announced the official results of the community event held on Saturday, March 16, 2019. The overall first place winner in the 10K race was Taylor Adams of Chapel Hill, NC. Taylor finished the 10K (6.2 miles) in 39.28 minutes. Hana…

GHS Unveils Remodeled South Granville Medical Center

Granville Health System (GHS) recently held a ribbon-cutting for the newly remodeled South Granville Medical Center. The building is the home of Granville Primary Care, Butner-Creedmoor as well as Granville ExpressCare and the Granville Occupational Medicine Program. “There is a need for increased access to quality primary care in this…

Photo of Morgan Elizabeth Askew, 2017 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient Granville Health System Foundation Awards 2017 Sam Perry Scholarship to Morgan Elizabeth Askew

OXFORD, NC (June 27, 2017) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Morgan Elizabeth Askew of Oxford was awarded the seventh annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Askew, who is the daughter of Beth and Dean Askew, graduated from Granville Central High School. She will be attending the University…

Art Gala Logo - Black and red serif type inside offset rectangle Eighth Annual GHS Foundation Art Gala Offers a Night of Celebration

OXFORD, NC (November 7, 2016) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation will host its eighth annual Art Gala on Saturday, November 19 at Thorndale Oaks. Gary Bowman, Chairman of the Foundation, said, “Our theme this year is ‘The Art of Living in the Moment’ and we have planned a…

Photo of Claudia McCullough Willett, 2016 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient Granville Health System Foundation Awards 2016 Sam Perry Scholarship to Claudia McCullough Willett

OXFORD, NC (June 27, 2016) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Claudia McCullough Willett of Oxford was awarded the sixth annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Willett, who is the daughter of Martha Hilton-Willett, graduated from J. F. Webb High School of Health & Life Sciences. She attends…

Photo of Sam Perry Granville Health System Foundation 2016 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline Approaching

OXFORD, NC (April 19, 2016) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that the deadline for submitting applications for the 2016 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program is April 29, 2016. The GHS Foundation will be awarding $1,000 to a scholarship recipient this year, which is an increase from the…

GHS Foundation Logo - Dark blue serif type with Granville burst to left Granville Health System Foundation Donates $10,000 to Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Fund; Announces Award Increase to $1,000

OXFORD, NC (February 26, 2016) – Since its beginning in 1984, the Granville Health System Foundation has served as a charitable resource for Granville Health System, working to improve the health and quality of life for the community. “It has been exciting to see the remarkable growth of the Foundation,”…

Photo of table at Art Gala GHS Foundation Hosts Most Successful Art Gala in their 7-Year History

OXFORD, NC (February 3, 2016) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation announced at its first quarterly meeting of the year that the seventh annual Art Gala raised more than $114,000 in support of Granville Health System. The funds raised will support the System’s new medical equipment and technology. This…

Photo of Kali Lea Puckett, 2015 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient Granville Health System Foundation Awards 2015 Sam Perry Scholarship to Kali Lea Puckett

OXFORD, NC (July 17, 2015) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Kali Lea Puckett of Oxford was awarded the sixth annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Puckett, who is the daughter of Billy and Jenean Puckett, graduated from J. F. Webb High School of Health & Life Sciences.…

Photo of 4th Annual Granville Ambulance Chase attendees on street The Granville Health System Foundation to Hold 4th Annual Granville Ambulance Chase & Food Truck Rodeo

OXFORD, NC (March 12, 2015) – The Granville Health System Foundation announced that it will hold the 4th Annual Granville Ambulance Chase and Food Truck Rodeo. Proceeds will benefit the Granville Health System Foundation which supports Granville Health System in promoting and advancing the well-being of our community by providing…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying Granville Health System Foundation Accepting Applications for 2015 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program

OXFORD, NC (February 9, 2015) – The Granville Health System Foundation is accepting applications for the 2015 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program. The Foundation established the scholarship fund in honor of Sam Perry, a physician’s assistant (PA) whose specialized medical care earned him deep respect from both patients and peers…

Photo of Art Gala attendees GHS Art Gala Proceeds Help Foundation Meet 5-Year Goal

OXFORD, NC (January 29, 2015) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation announced its sixth annual Art Gala raised more than $100,000 in support of Granville Health System. The successful event fulfills the pledge made by the Foundation in 2009 to raise a half-million dollars over 5 years to support…

Art Gala Logo - Black and red serif type inside offset rectangle Sixth Annual GHS Foundation Art Gala

OXFORD, NC (November 11, 2014) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation will host its sixth annual Art Gala on Saturday, November 22 at the Henderson Country Club. “Rolling Out the Red Carpet: An Evening of Gratitude” will be the underlying theme of the Gala, which will feature more than…

Photo of people standing outside of GHS emergency entrance holding a giant check GHS Foundation Accepts Donation from Bridgestone Bandag

OXFORD, NC (November 4, 2014) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation announced that Bridgestone Bandag, LLC (Bridgestone Americas) has pledged a donation of $30,000 to the organization through its Bandag retreading facility in Oxford. The GHS Foundation serves as a charitable resource for Granville Health System by building support…

Photo of Carla Gray Light, 2014 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient Granville Health System Foundation Awards 2014 Sam Perry Scholarship to Carla Gray Light

OXFORD, NC (July 23, 2014) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Carla Gray Light of Oxford was awarded the fifth annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Light, who is the daughter of Nancy and Gerald Light, graduated from J. F. Webb High School of Health & Life Sciences.…

Photo of Granville Health System Foundation plaques on a wall GHS Foundation Installs New Giving Wall

OXFORD, NC (April 18, 2014) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation announced that a new Giving Wall has been installed at Granville Medical Center. The Giving Wall allows for the community, local businesses, civic organizations, family and friends to be recognized for their support of the GHS Foundation and…

GHS Foundation Logo - Dark blue serif type with Granville burst to left GHS Foundation Presents $100,000 Check to Granville Health System

OXFORD, NC (April 11, 2014) – The Granville Health System Foundation recently presented a check for $100,000 to Granville Health System. The check is the fourth in a series designed to provide a half-million dollars over the course of 5 years. To date, the Foundation has donated $400,000 toward the…

Photo of 4th Annual Granville Ambulance Chase attendees on street Granville Health System Foundation Announces Ambulance Chase Results

OXFORD, NC (April 9, 2014) – The Granville Health System Foundation announced the official results of the Granville 5K Ambulance Chase held on Saturday, March 22, 2014. The overall first place winner in the race was Hana Baskin of Durham, NC. Hana finished the 5K (3.1 miles) in 20:51 or…

Photo of 4th Annual Granville Ambulance Chase attendees on street The Granville Health System Foundation Announces the Annual 5K Ambulance Chase and Food Truck Rodeo

OXFORD, NC (March 12, 2014) – The Granville Health System Foundation announced that discount registration is available for the 2014 Ambulance Chase and Food Truck Rodeo – a 5K Competitive Run, 5K Fun Run, 1-Mile Family Walk and 100-Yard Kids Dash to benefit the Granville Health System Foundation. Event costs…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying GHS Foundation Accepting Applications for 2014 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program

OXFORD, NC (February 11, 2014) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2014 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program. The Foundation established the scholarship fund in honor of Sam Perry, a physician’s assistant (PA) whose specialized medical care earned him deep respect…

Photo of Hannah Grey Moore, 2013 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient GHS Art Gala Tops $100,000 in Support of GHS Foundation

OXFORD, NC (January 27, 2014) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation announced its fifth annual Art Gala raised more than $100,000 in support of the ongoing expansion and renovations. The event attracted more than 200 members of the community. “Celebrating Community” featured nearly 100 raffle and auction items including…

Photo of Hannah Grey Moore, 2013 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient GHS Foundation Awards 2013 Sam Perry Scholarship to Hannah Grey Moore

OXFORD, NC (August 16, 2013) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Hannah Grey Moore of Oxford was awarded the fourth annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Moore, who is the daughter of Joyce Moore, recently graduated from J. F. Webb High School of Health & Life Sciences. She…

Photo of 4th Annual Granville Ambulance Chase attendees on street GHS Foundation Announces Second Annual Granville 5K Ambulance Chase

The Granville Health System Foundation announces a 5K competitive run, 5K Fun Run, 1-Mile Family Walk and 100-Yard Kids Dash to benefit the Granville Health System Foundation. The event will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at the Oxford Recreation Complex on East Spring Street and offers something for…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying GHS Foundation Accepting Applications for 2013 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program

The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2013 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program. The Foundation established the scholarship fund in honor of Sam Perry, a physician’s assistant (PA) whose specialized medical care had earned him deep respect from both patients and peers…

Photo of Art Gala attendees GHS Foundation Art Gala Tops $100,000 in Support of GHS Expansion Plan

The Granville Health System Foundation announced its fourth annual Art Gala raised more than $111,000 in support of the GHS Expansion Plan. The event attracted more than 200 members of the community. The “Art of Vision” Gala featured nearly 100 raffle and auction items including trip packages for New York…

Graphic showing ambulance illustration with black and yellow sans-serif type to right GHS Foundation Announces Granville 5K Ambulance Chase

The Granville Health System Foundation announces a 5K run, 1-Mile Family Walk and 100-Yard Kid’s Dash to benefit the expansion and renovations at Granville Medical Center. The event will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at the Oxford Recreation Complex on East Spring Street. Registration for the activities will…

Photo of Kalee Edwards, 2012 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient GHS Foundation Awards 2012 Sam Perry Scholarship to Kalee Edwards

The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Kalee Edwards of Creedmoor was awarded the third annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Edwards, who is the daughter of Steve and Kara Edwards, recently graduated from South Granville High School, where she was valedictorian of her class. She will be entering the…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying GHS Foundation Accepting Applications for 2012 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program

The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2012 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program. The Foundation established the scholarship fund in honor of Sam Perry, a physician’s assistant (PA) whose specialized medical care had earned him deep respect from both patients and peers…

Photo of people at Granville Health System ground breaking Granville Health System Breaks Ground for $20 Million Construction Project

On October 17, Granville Health System (GHS) broke ground on phase one of the GHS Expansion Plan, a 4-phase master facility plan that will span the next 20 years. Phase one is a $20 million construction project that is expected to be completed in June, 2013. The project is the…

Photo collage of Third Annual Royal Tea Party attendees Granville Health System Foundation Holds Third Annual Royal Tea Party

According to Henry James, “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hours dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” Guests at the Granville Health System Foundation’s third annual Royal Tea Party, held on Saturday, August 6, would undoubtedly agree. The Tea began with relaxing and enjoyable…

Photo of Third Annual Royal Tea Party attendee Granville Health System Foundation to Hold Third Annual Royal Tea Party

The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that it will hold the Third Annual Royal Tea Party on Saturday, August 6 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Henderson Country Club. Upon entering the spacious Ball Room, you will enjoy the panoramic view from the Veranda that overlooks the Club’s…

Photo of Kaitlin Mize, 2011 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient Granville Health System Foundation Selects Kaitlin Mize as Recipient of the 2011 Sam Perry Scholarship

The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that Kaitlin Mize of Oxford was awarded the second annual Sam Perry Scholarship. Ms. Mize, who is the daughter of Howard and Lisa Mize of Oxford, recently graduated with honors from N.C. State University with a B.S. degree in psychology. She will be…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying GHS Foundation Now Accepting Applications for the 2011 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program

The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that it is now accepting applications for the 2011 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program. The Foundation established the scholarship fund in honor of Sam Perry, a physician’s assistant (PA) whose specialized medical care had earned him deep respect from both patients and peers…

Photo of Art Gala attendees GHS Foundation Art Gala Raises More than $77,000 in Support of Expansion Plan

The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation held its second annual Art Gala on November 6 at the Henderson Country Club. The event raised more than $77,500 in support of the upcoming GHS Expansion Plan. Close to 200 people attended the lively “Everything About Art” Gala, which kicked off at 6:00…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying Granville Health System Foundation Offers “Culinary Treasures”

After many months of collecting recipes from area residents, the Granville Health System Foundation is now selling a “Culinary Treasures” cookbook. Proceeds from the cookbook will benefit the Foundation, which is the fundraising arm of Granville Health System. The beautiful spiral bound cookbook features over 300 mouthwatering recipes in seven…

Photo of Photo of Second Annual Royal Tea Party attendee Granville Health System Foundation Holds Second Annual Royal Tea Party

The Granville Health System Foundation held its second annual Royal Tea Party on Saturday, May 15 at the Granville County Shrine Club in Oxford. After the hundred guests viewed the silent auction items, they enjoyed a presentation about the art of afternoon tea and tea etiquette by Mrs. Marcia Roots,…

Photo of Peyton Roberson, 2010 Sam Perry Scholarship recipient GHS Foundation Selects Peyton Roberson as Recipient of the 2010 Sam Perry Scholarship

The Granville Health System Foundation recently announced Peyton Elizabeth Roberson, a baccalaureate program nursing student at East Carolina University, was awarded the first annual Sam Perry Scholarship at a luncheon held Monday, May 24 at Granville Health System’s education classroom. The Foundation established the scholarship fund in memory of Sam…

Photo of Art Gala attendees GHS Foundation Art Gala Raises More than $62,000 in Support of Expansion Plan

OXFORD, NC (Dec 16, 2009) – The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation held its inaugural Art Gala on Saturday, November 21 at the Granville County Shrine Club in Oxford, NC. The event raised more than $62,000 in support of the upcoming GHS Expansion Plan. The expansion plan, an ambitious 32,000…

Art Gala Logo - Black and red serif type inside offset rectangle Granville Health System Foundation Holds 2009 Art Gala in Support of the GHS Expansion Plan

The Granville Health System (GHS) Foundation will host the first annual Granville Health System Art Gala on Saturday, November 21, at the Granville County Shrine Club located at 706 Roxboro Road, Oxford. The event begins at 6:00pm and is black-tie optional. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the GHS Foundation…

Graphic showing brick over dark blue rectangle with white sans-serif type GHS Employees Raise More Than $27,000 to “Pave the Way” in Support of Community Health

Granville Health System (GHS) announced the organization’s employees raised more than $27,000 through the “Paving the Way” employee giving campaign. The funds raised will benefit the Granville Health System Foundation and a portion of the money will be used to construct a brick walkway leading to the entrance of the…

Graphic showing brick over dark blue rectangle with white sans-serif type Granville Health System Employees “Pave the Way” in Support of Community Health

Granville Health System (GHS) announced the organization is conducting an employee giving campaign from July 13 to August 14. The campaign, “Paving the Way,” will benefit the Granville Health System Foundation and a portion of the money raised will be used to construct a brick walkway leading to the entrance…

Photo of L. Lee Isley, Mrs. Gaye Perry, and Jeremy Perry Granville Health System Introduces Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Memorial Ceremony Honors a Colleague and Friend to Many

Granville Health System (GHS) held a ceremony on Friday, May 15 to introduce the Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship. The event was held at Granville Medical Center. In addition to formally introducing the scholarship, the program paid tribute to Sam Perry, a well-known local health care professional who passed away earlier…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying Granville Health System Receives Generous Gift from Local Philanthropist

Granville Health System (GHS) gratefully acknowledges the charitable gifts given by the estate of local businessman and philanthropist Harold L. Sherman and his family. The donations, totaling $174,000, will be used to further GHS’s mission to provide the community it serves with the very best health care delivered with compassion…

Photo of Photo of First Annual Royal Tea Party attendee Granville Health System Auxiliary to Hold First Annual Royal Tea Party

The Granville Health System (GHS) Auxiliary has announced that it will hold the First Annual Royal Tea Party on Saturday, May 2 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Granville County Shrine Club in Oxford. Live music will be provided and “tea attire,” including hats and gloves, is welcome. Advance…

Graphic showing Granville burst with news overlaying GHS Foundation 2014 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline Approaching

OXFORD, NC (April 2, 2014) – The Granville Health System Foundation has announced that the deadline for submitting applications for the 2014 Sam Perry Memorial Scholarship Program is April 30, 2014. The Foundation established the scholarship fund in honor of Sam Perry, a Physician’s Assistant (PA) whose specialized medical care…