For many years, Georgia’s rural hospitals have been facing economic crisis due to growing industry challenges. While these hospitals are often considered pillars of the community, many have been forced to close their doors, leaving residents without timely access to reliable care. This issue not only impacts rural communities, but urban hospitals have also felt the strain of supporting a growing number of commuter patients. To address the issue, the Georgia General Assembly passed legislation enabling taxpayers to receive a 100 percent state income tax credit for contributions to any of the qualified rural hospitals in Georgia.

Located in Jackson, Georgia, Wellstar Sylvan Grove Medical Center has been serving the Butts County community for 60 years. Residents rely on this 25-bed hospital for a variety of services, including 24-hour emergency care, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation services and more. To date, Wellstar Sylvan Grove Medical Center has received over $13 million in Georgia Rural Hospital Tax Credit funding. Every dollar has gone toward services that advance patient care.

 

Giving with HEART.

As a Georgia taxpayer, you have the ability to designate how your tax contribution benefits the community. Credits are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. After June 30 of each year, as long as a portion of the $75 million annual cap on RHO tax credits is available, individual taxpayers may make unlimited contributions to RHOs for a corresponding 100% Georgia income tax credit.

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Contributions made in support of Wellstar Sylvan Grove Medical Center through the Georgia Rural Hospital Tax Credit program help make world-class care available close to home. Some of the projects funded through the Georgia Rural Hospital Tax Credit contributions include a newly renovated emergency department, a radiology department expansion and an outpatient rehabilitation center renovation with new state-of-the-art equipment. Currently, Sylvan Grove is expanding its pharmacy and upgrading all inpatient rooms throughout the hospital, including bathrooms and the replacement of all patient beds and furniture. The hospital has plans to expand medical services as well — all benefiting rural communities in and around Butts County.
Here to Help

If you have questions about your contribution or need assistance with enrollment, please contact Amy Thomas at (470) 956-0967 or email amy.thomas@wellstar.org.

Registering for the program is easy through Georgia HEART.

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