Ways To Give

Since their beginning, in 1915 when ladies from Hempstead sold linens on the lawn of Mercy to raise funds for the work of the Sisters, the Leagues of Mercy have been among the outstanding auxiliary organizations in New York State. Today their activities are centered around twelve community-based organizations. Through the fundraising events of these individual leagues, which include luncheons, fashion shows, theatre parties, trips, auctions, raffles and the more ambitious projects of the Council of Leagues, significant funds are raised each year for capital improvement projects at Mercy.

Each year the Council sponsors a Spring Flower Sale, a Presidents’ Luncheon, a Limited Raffle, the “Ladies Day of Sports” Golf and Tennis Tournament, a Fall Crafts Fair, a Shopping Benefit, and the Tree of Lights holiday tree lighting. In addition, the thrift shop, which the Council operates in Hempstead, as well as, the gift shop and coffee shop, both located in the hospital, raise more needed funds for Mercy while providing their individual services to the community.

For a brochure on the “Garden of Caring” or for more information about the Leagues in general, please contact the League Office at (516) 705-1393.  The Leagues are actively seeking new members, women who would be willing to donate time to raising funds for Mercy, while expanding their social horizons.