The Auxiliary

Helping Hope Work

People helping people. That’s what the Auxiliary of Hackensack University Medical Center is all about — people who choose to take a hands-on approach to supporting the health care needs of their community.

Our Auxiliary is the largest of its kind in the state and actually predates the hospital’s creation in 1888. The dedicated volunteers in the Auxiliary are an integral part of the Foundation and its mission. Through their compassion, energy and spirit, the Auxiliary has accomplished great things, such as raising $2.5 million to fund the Pediatric Emergency Room in the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital. Other funding projects include renovating The Banta Lobby in the Link Pavilion, purchasing a jitney bus and paramedic vehicle, and installing a TV surveillance system.

GIFT SHOPS

The Auxiliary’s four gift shops serve the Medical Center’s physicians, employees, visitors and patients. Fully staffed by Auxiliary volunteers, these shops offer a wide variety of merchandise at reasonable prices — and all profit derived from their operation helps support the goals of the Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation.

THE CORNER SHOP IN THE BANTA LOBBY
is conveniently located in the Link Pavilion of the main medical center for visitors to buy gifts and supplies. It offers a wide enough assortment of tempting treats, sundries, reading material and upscale merchandise to suit just about everyone.

Corner Shop - Sanzari Childrens Hospital

THE CHILDREN'S SHOP IN THE JOSEPH M. SANZARI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
features a virtual menagerie of stuffed animals, toys, games and books…just what the doctor ordered to keep our littlest patients entertained and comforted during their stay.

Corner Shop - D. Sanzari Childrens Hospital

THE WOMEN'S SHOP IN THE DONNA A. SANZARI WOMEN’S HOSPITAL
is just the place to find a special gift for a special woman. From reading materials to wile away the time to a selection of lovely gift ideas, visitors are sure to find something that will be appreciated and remembered. Items for new mothers and their babies are especially well represented!

THE GREEN CABOOSE THRIFT SHOP
We are pleased to announce that The Green Caboose thrift shop has a new home at 86 Orchard Street in Hackensack, formerly the location of Pasquales Men’s Wear of Italy. The well appointed space accommodates not only all the requirements of the original thrift shop, but provides additional space for displays of clothing, jewelry, children’s toys and books, and a broad selection of household articles including electronics and furniture.

In January, 2009, a fire destroyed the historic Anderson Street train station in Hackensack which housed The Green Caboose. The thrift shop, operating at this site since 1962, was founded by The Hackensack University Medical Center Auxiliary and had become an integral part of the Hackensack community.

The Green Caboose, staffed and operated by the HUMC Auxiliary, not only produces income for the Medical Center, but provides two important services to the community. Gently used items are given a new lease on life at just the right price. And for those looking to clean out closets, attics and basements, there could not be a better destination for “stuff” that is just too good to throw away. Donations can be dropped off during business hours Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For additional information about The Green Caboose, please call 201-487-1462.

Although the shops may be its most visible aspect, the Auxiliary is involved in far more activities, both at HackensackUMC and throughout the surrounding communities. The Auxiliary, donating a record $445,800 in May of 2012 towards their $2.5 million pledge, is comprised of four branches. Members of each branch serve at HackensackUMC, but are also involved many different community-based fundraising efforts, including the annual holiday brunch and different fundraisers throughout the year. Volunteers also work on direct patient care projects, such as making hats, puppets, and more to brighten our patients’ days. The Medical Center is proud of the members of the Auxiliary and ever grateful for their continued support.

To join or receive more information about The Auxiliary of Hackensack University Medical Center, call (551) 996-3729.