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Kashulon Foundation Pledges to Support Medical Mission

As Hartford HealthCare's initiative grows to provide essential services to those in need across the state

The Kashulon Foundation presented their check to Hartford HealthCare and St. Vincent's leadership at Cesar Batalla School in Bridgeport, one of this year's Medical Mission sites.
The Kashulon Foundation presented their check to Hartford HealthCare and St. Vincent's leadership at Cesar Batalla School in Bridgeport, one of this year's Medical Mission sites.

The Kashulon Foundation presented a check for $60,000 to support the Hartford HealthCare Medical Mission. This is the first installment of its $180,000 pledge to the mission, providing free, essential healthcare services to local underserved communities who face significant barriers to access.

St. Vincent's Medical Center started the Medical Mission in Bridgeport 10 years ago and has helped countless people right here at home. This year, The Hartford HealthCare Medical Mission took place on Saturday, Nov. 8, where more than 5,000 neighbors in need across the state received free medical care, haircuts, warm winter gear and so much more. >> Learn more about philanthropy at St. Vincent's Medical Center

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