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Thursday, December 08, 2022
Special Olympics Athletes to Receive Free Sports Physicals
Special Olympics Florida athletes to receive free sports physicals provided by the White-Wilson Community Foundation. These physical exams will provide valuable health services and ensure that athletes from throughout Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton counties may continue to benefit from Special Olympics training and competition. Who: The White-Wilson Community Foundation and Special Olympics FloridaWhat: Special Olympics Athlete Physical EventWhen: December 10, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.Where: 1005 Mar Walt Drive,
Wednesday, June 22, 2022White-Wilson Medical Center Recognized as Large Business of the Year
White-Wilson Medical Center took home one of the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce’s biggest honors by being recognized as Large Business of the Year. The award was announced during the chamber’s Annual Awards and Installation Banquet on Saturday, June 11. White-Wilson Medical Center opened its first clinics in Crestview in November 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and has since become a trusted source in the community. “The Crestview community has welcomed us with open arms and are proud of
Friday, February 18, 2022White-Wilson Community Foundation Calls for Grant Applications
The White-Wilson Community Foundation is currently accepting grant applications for programs effecting health outcomes in the local area. The nonprofit is seeking community partnerships to help increase access to health care for underserved men, women and children in Okaloosa, Walton and Santa Rosa counties. Grant applications are available on the organization’s website, whitewilsoncommunityfoundation.org. The deadline to apply for funds is March 31, 2022. “The last two year’s have shown us just how
Tuesday, January 18, 2022White-Wilson Medical Center Opens in DeFuniak Springs
Continuing in its mission to bring award-winning health care to communities across the Emerald Coast, White-Wilson Medical Center has opened a new clinic location to serve families in DeFuniak Springs. This location will provide both pediatric and adult medicine services in one central location at the DeFuniak Shopping Plaza, 1045 US 331 South. “For over 75 years, it has been our goal to increase access to quality health care in local communities,” says Alan Gieseman, White-Wilson Chief Executive Officer.
Monday, May 24, 2021Dr. Richard Reno voted 2021 Best Pediatrician in Destin
Readers of VIP Destin Magazine have voted Dr. Richard Reno (right), of the White-Wilson Pediatric Clinic in Destin, Best Pediatrician in the magazine’s annual Best In Destin awards. Following a two-week nomination period where he ranked in the top ten of vote getters, Dr. Reno was named a finalist for the honor and ultimately secured the “winner” title earlier this year. In true winner’s fashion, he accepted his award at VIP Destin’s Black Tie Ball on April 10. He was joined by White-Wilson CEO, Alan
Friday, May 21, 2021White-Wilson Medical Center Welcomes Six New Health Care Professionals
Since the beginning of 2021, White-Wilson Medical Center has welcomed six new health care professionals to its team. These additions reiterate the 75-year-old medical center’s dedication to bringing highly skilled providers to the community and offering health care to meet a wide range of needs. “With the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine and the pandemic becoming more manageable, patients are once again feeling comfortable enough to go and see their doctor,” said White-Wilson CEO Alan Gieseman. “These new
Monday, May 17, 2021White-Wilson Medical Center Recognized as Best in Destin
After two rounds of voting by readers of VIP Destin Magazine, White-Wilson Medical Center was awarded the honor of being the 2021 Best Medical Practice in Destin. Alan Gieseman, CEO of White-Wilson Medical Center, had the honor of representing the organization of more that 75 health care providers and accepting the award at the magazine’s annual Black Tie Ball on April 10. “Everyday since we first open our doors in Destin in 1983, we have strived to provide excellent health care to the local community,”
Monday, June 15, 2020Nonprofits Encouraged to Apply for $1,000 Emergency Grants
Nonprofits from throughout the area are feeling the squeeze as many are challenged to increase programs to meet growing needs, while working to keep those they serve safe. This growing demand is further exasperated by lack of funding as a result of cancelled fundraising events. Many are facing unanticipated needs for funding; so, in response the White-Wilson Community Foundation has introduced a $1,000 emergency grant program. Organizations who serve health-related needs of Okaloosa, Santa Rosa or
Tuesday, April 14, 2020White-Wilson Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications
The White-Wilson Community Foundation (WWCF) has reopened grant applications acceptance to groups that serve Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton counties and have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through WWCF’s community health grant program, organizations can apply for funding for programs that have been negatively affected during this period. The grant application is available at whitewilsoncommunityfoundation.org and is open to any nonprofit or not-for-profit health organizations serving residents of
