USA Health Providence volunteer recognized by state for outstanding service
Dawn Goffi, who has served USA Health Providence in multiple roles in the past 28 years and contributed more than 10,000 hours, was recognized as an outstanding volunteer by the Alabama Hospital Association.
By Michelle Ryan
mryan@health.southalabama.edu
Dawn Goffi, a longtime volunteer at USA Health Providence Hospital, was recognized as a 2024 Outstanding Auxilian at the Alabama Hospital Association’s conference of the Alabama Council of Hospital Auxiliaries in Eufaula recently.
She has contributed more than 10,000 hours of service over the course of 28 years.
“Dawn is a huge asset to our volunteer program, and we appreciate her many years of service,” said Jamey Greer, executive director of support services and operations and health system safety officer at USA Health Providence. “She has served as a volunteer for 28 years, donating a total of 10,106 hours, and she mentors new auxiliary officers.”
Goffi’s contributions have been both diverse and meaningful, spanning roles in the outpatient surgery waiting room, as a Eucharistic minister, patient representative, and at the main hospital information desk. She is also a familiar and friendly face in the hospital’s gift shop.
Her leadership is evident in her long-standing service on the auxiliary board, where she has held key positions as president, vice president, recording secretary and parliamentarian. In recognition of her dedication, she has been named an honorary member of the auxiliary. She also serves on the patient and family advisory council and the patient satisfaction committee, playing a vital role in enhancing patient care and satisfaction.
“Dawn is a key player in the auxiliary's premier annual fundraiser, Lighting and Blessing of the Christmas Tree. She handwrites all of the acknowledgement cards, helps to decorate the tree, and prepares food and serves at the reception,” Greer said. “She and her husband, Jim, volunteered for many years at the Providence Foundation's Festival of Flowers.”
Outside the hospital, she is just as dedicated to being involved in the community. She revitalized the altar society at her church and actively supported parent-teacher associations and booster clubs at her children’s and grandchildren’s schools. Additionally, she volunteers with the Distinguished Young Women program, where she co-chaired the parent hospitality committee, helping to welcome participants from across the United States.
Don Williamson, M.D., president and CEO of AHA, presented the award.
