The Twig organization has committed to giving $2 million toward the new medical campus at Inova Alexandria Hospital at Landmark.
Inova representatives say the hospital is on track to open by the end of 2028 and will name its conference center in honor of The Twig for the contribution. Since 1933, the nonprofit has served as the Junior Auxiliary of Alexandria Hospital and has provided more than $7 million to the hospital through its thrift shop at 106 N. Columbus Street and other fundraising efforts.
“This extraordinary commitment from The Twig reflects the deep partnership between our hospital and the Alexandria community,” Dr. Rina Bansal, Inova Alexandria Hospital’s president, said in a release. “For decades, Twig members have given their time, their energy and their resources to support patient care. Their newest gift will help ensure that the next generation of patients benefits from world-class facilities and services right here in Alexandria.”
Twig president Lori Ring said that the donation represents the nonprofit’s history and future.
“Twig members have long believed a strong hospital is essential to a strong community,” Ring said. “As Inova Alexandria Hospital prepares to move into its new home, we are proud to continue our tradition of supporting exceptional care for our neighbors.”
Inova broke ground at the former Landmark Mall site in 2024. When completed, the 1.1 million-square-foot project just off Interstate 395 at Duke Street will include a 569,000-square-foot hospital with 192 beds, a 111,000-square-foot cancer center and an 83,000-square-foot specialty care center.
Inova Alexandria Hospital opened in 1873 and is the longest-serving hospital in Virginia. The current hospital building at 4320 Seminary Road has been open since 1962.
