The Man O’War Society

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Overview

Riddle Memorial Hospital opened on February 18, 1963, the direct result of a bequest from Samuel D. Riddle, a native of Delaware County, local businessman and breeder of famous racehorses – Man O'War and War Admiral, to name two.

Mr. Riddle's will stipulated that his estate of $2.2 million and 72 acres of land be used to"...establish, construct, equip, maintain and operate a hospital...for the relief of suffering humanity and for the care of the sick, injured and afflicted...to be established in the Borough of Media or the vicinity thereof." We only wish we could have thanked Mr. Riddle in person for his foresight and generosity.

The Man O'War Society, named for Mr. Riddle's famous racehorse, has been created to provide that thanks and recognition to individuals who have made some provision to ensure that Riddle Memorial Hosptial and The Riddle HealthCare Foundation will continue for generations. To be a member of The Society, an individual will have planned a bequest, created a gift annuity, established a charitable remainder trust or in some way planned a gift that will carry on after they are gone. The individuals who have had the foresight and generosity to plan a gift to the Foundation should enjoy the benefits recognition during their lifetime. The Society will also provide our donors the opportunity to direct their gifts to those programs that are of the greatest interest to them.