May 30, 2023 — Grand Lake Hospice is pleased to announce the success of the Minster Baseball Hospice Night, a charity baseball game held on Friday, May 5th. The baseball game, against the Lima Bath Wildcats, raised funds to support the services provided by Grand Lake Hospice to the surrounding communities.

Pictured L to R: Minster Baseball Coach Mike Wiss; Jane Steinemann, Grand Lake Hospice; and the Minster JV and Varsity Baseball Team members.

Through the generous contributions of attendees, sponsors, and volunteers, the hospice fundraiser successfully raised a total of $4,000 in funds. These funds will be used to enhance the comfort and quality of life for terminally ill patients, provide specialized medical care, and offer emotional support to patients and their families during the most challenging times.

Minster Baseball Coach Mike Wiss

“I watched the role Hospice played and felt this is my way of helping give back in Dad’s memory.  Many other baseball families in Minster have benefitted from Hospice care over the past several years and we make mention of their names on this night.”

Julie Jacobs, Executive Director of the JTD Hospital Foundation

“We are incredibly grateful to Coach Wiss and the Minster JV and Varsity teams, for their continued support through what has become an annual event. The overwhelming support from our community reaffirms the importance of the work that Grand Lake Hospice does and the impact we have on individuals and families facing end-of-life challenges.  The Minster Baseball team has contributed over $11,000 to Grand Lake Hospice since hosting their Minster Baseball Hospice Night.”

The event would not have been possible without the support of the generous Minster and other local businesses and individual sponsors, Minster Baseball Parents and numerous community volunteers.  Their commitment to our cause exemplifies their strong sense of community and compassion. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to those who dedicated their time and energy to this fun and exciting night of high school baseball.

Grand Lake Hospice would like to extend our deepest appreciation to everyone who participated in and supported the hospice fundraiser baseball game. Together, we have made a profound difference in the lives of those facing end-of-life challenges, and we remain committed to providing compassionate care and support to our community.

To learn more about the services that Grand Lake Hospice provides call 419-394-7434.