Intermountain Health, The Murray Education Foundation, Murray City School District, and caregivers at Intermountain Medical Center contribute to “Step for a Cause.”
A unique partnership among the Murray Education Foundation, Murray City School District, Intermountain Health, and caregivers at Intermountain Medical Center has resulted in the donation of over 475 pairs of new shoes for Murray City School District students in need for the upcoming school year.
This significant contribution stems from Intermountain Health’s “Step for a Cause” by caregivers, an initiative designed to promote internal wellness while fostering community engagement.
Throughout the month of March, Intermountain Medical Center caregivers enthusiastically participated in a campus-wide step challenge, accumulating miles to benefit a vital community cause. As part of their commitment to employee wellness and community giving, Intermountain Medical Center pledged to purchase one pair of shoes for every 50 miles caregivers reported in the month of March.
The overwhelming participation and dedication of Intermountain Medical Center caregivers led to a remarkable outcome, nearly 53,700,000 steps (roughly totaling over 26,500 miles) were turned in by hundreds of caregivers—far exceeding initial expectations.
“We are incredibly grateful for the generous spirit of Intermountain Health and their employees,” said Jennifer Covington, superintendent of Murray City School District. “This donation of over 475 pairs of shoes will make a tangible difference in the lives of our students. Having proper footwear is essential for their comfort, confidence, and ability to fully participate in school activities. This partnership truly exemplifies how community collaboration can positively impact our students.”
This initiative not only promoted physical activity and well-being among Intermountain Medical Center caregivers but also provided a meaningful opportunity to connect directly with the local community. Intermountain Health places a high value on fostering a culture of health and giving back to the communities they serve.
“We believe in supporting the well-being of both our caregivers and the communities that we serve,“ said Brian Pendleton, chief nursing officer of Intermountain Medical Center. “Our ‘Step for a Cause’ challenge was a fantastic way to encourage healthy habits among our staff while simultaneously addressing a critical need for students in Murray. We are thrilled with the results and proud to partner with the Murray Education Foundation and Murray City School District to ensure more children have access to essential items that will help them thrive.”
The Murray Education Foundation also played a key role in coordinating the effort and will oversee the distribution of the shoes to students throughout the Murray City School District.
About Intermountain Health
Headquartered in Utah with locations in six states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 33 hospitals, over 400 clinics, medical groups with some 4,600 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plans division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is committed to improving community health and is widely recognized as a leader in transforming healthcare by using evidence-based best practices to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes at sustainable costs. For up-to-date information and announcements, please see the Intermountain Health newsroom at https://news.intermountainhealth.org/.
