JRMClogoJamestown  (CSi)  The Jamestown Regional Medical Center Foundation will hold the 17th annual Pillars of Giving, a celebration of healthcare philanthropy, on Thursday, September 3 at the Quality Inn. This celebration will honor the supporters of the JRMC Foundation, announce the Philanthropist of the Year, celebrate the wins and future of care at JRMC and for the first time ever the Business Philanthropist of the Year.

Those in attendance will have a special opportunity to hear from keynote speaker and published author, V.J. Smith.

Keynote speaker, V.J. Smith travels the country and makes over 100 speaking appearances a year. He is the author of the best-selling book, “The Richest Man in Town.” The book details Smith’s relationship with a local Wal-Mart cashier. “That guy changed my life,” says Smith.

“I would like to personally invite the community to hear how your support is making the different at JRMC. I promise you will leave inspired by V.J. and his message too,” said Lisa Jackson, JRMC Foundation Director.

The event is begins at 5:00 pm with a social, dinner and program will be at 6:00 pm. Cost is $40 per person and include drinks, meal and keynote. Please RSVP is by Friday, August 28.

If you are interested in attending the JRMC Foundation Pillars of Giving event or nominating Philanthropist of the Year call 701-952-4880 or visit www.jrmcnd.com, click on Foundation.

About Jamestown Regional Medical Center

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is located at 2422 20th St. SW, Jamestown, ND and serves approximately 55,000 people in nine counties. Between JRMC, JRMC Clinic, Sanford Health Jamestown and Essentia Health Jamestown, the community is served by 30 local medical providers and a variety of visiting specialists. For more information on services at JRMC, visit

www.jrmcnd.com or call 701-952-1050.