Mayo Clinic's philanthropy campaign raises $1.35 billion
Mayo Clinic said Tuesday it raised $1.35 billion in its first sustained philanthropy campaign, showing that the famed clinic can still pull in donations despite a weak economy.
Mayo raised the amount in five years instead of the seven years initially set for the campaign, and exceeded its target of $1.25 billion.
"The campaign's success is a reflection of the trust patients and the public have in Mayo Clinic," said chief executive Dr. John Noseworthy.
