An Interview with long-time supporter and Board member George R. Trumbull, III
When George Trumbull first became involved with Malta House of Care in 2012, it began, as many Malta stories do, with an invitation. “Peter Kelly invited me to lunch,” George recalls. “He talked about Malta’s mission, and I realized it was something I believed in. I told him, ‘You’ve known me a long time — I’m going to be me.’ And he said, ‘That’s exactly why we want you.’”
Since then, George has served on Malta’s Board of Directors (since 2016) and become one of its most dedicated champions — giving his time, his resources, and his leadership.
A Deeply Held Belief
At the heart of George’s connection to Malta is a conviction he has lived by throughout his life. “Those of us who have been blessed with opportunity have an obligation to give back,” he says. “That obligation can take many forms — giving money, giving time, volunteering — but we should do something.”
He speaks candidly about healthcare access in America.“In one of the richest countries in the world, people should have access to care. Since the government doesn’t always provide it, we have to do it in some fashion. And by ‘we,’ I mean Malta House of Care.” For George, Malta’s impact goes far beyond individual patients. “Malta saves lives. It saves families. And it makes our community better for all of us.”
Why It’s a Worthy Investment
George believes strongly in investing fully in the causes he supports. “If I’m going to be involved in something, I’m not going to be halfway about it. I’m going to put my money where my mouth is.”
He describes Malta as an organization worthy of investment not only because of its mission, but because of its leadership. “We have a superb CEO, a superb Medical Director, a highly motivated staff, and wonderful volunteers. If you’re going to invest in something, why not invest in an organization with excellent management and a mission that truly changes lives?”
He is especially proud of how Malta has evolved over the years — from a mobile-only model to a respected fixed clinic delivering high-quality primary care. “We stack up with any private practice in Greater Hartford in terms of quality,” he says. “We treat patients the way we would want to be treated. Many of our patients don’t expect that — but that’s what they receive.”
Why Now — and Why the Future Matters
As Malta embarks on a campaign to secure its future, George is helping lead the effort.
“If not now, when?” he asks. “We are fully funded by philanthropy. To ensure Malta is here 20 or 25 years from now, we need to build the reserves and capacity to withstand economic downturns and continue serving those who depend on us.”
His personal commitment includes a legacy gift. “My time on the board — and my time on this planet — is finite,” he says with characteristic candor. “I want to help ensure Malta is here well beyond my expiration date.”
A Personal Invitation
When asked what he would say to someone learning about Malta for the first time, George doesn’t hesitate. “Take a visit. See what we do. If you want to invest in something that changes lives and strengthens our community, boy, do I have an opportunity for you.” Then he offers a simple call to action: “I believe strongly enough in Malta’s mission that I welcome you to join me in investing in work that has such a profound impact on lives and on our community.”
Heart of Malta Legacy Society
Your generosity today helps Malta continue to change lives for decades to come.
Since our founding, Malta House of Care has been deeply blessed by the generosity of individuals who have chosen to include Malta in their legacy plans. Their foresight and kindness have helped shape Malta into what it is today — a trusted haven for free, compassionate, and comprehensive primary healthcare for our community’s uninsured adults.
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at 860-548-1593 x311 or tgibbs@maltahouseofcare.org
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