Lights of Life

Each December, hundreds of white lights adorn the trees in the GW Ross Hall Courtyard. These Lights of Life are illuminated in honor and in memory of loved ones, friends, those in the military and other very special people. This unique tree lighting ceremony is celebrated with a program of music, poetry, and the reading of those names being honored.

Please join us virtually for the 20th annual celebration on

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 6 pm

With a minimum donation of $10, we invite you to dedicate a light in honor or in memory of a loved one.

To dedicate a light, please complete the form below, or click here to download a PDF form.

There is a minimum donation of $10 per honoree. Couples are considered two honorees. You may issue one payment for multiple honorees.

You may submit your donation via PayPal or credit card, or with a check sent to:

The GWU Hospital Women’s Board, Inc.

Attn: Lights of Life

P.O. Box 58128

Washington, DC 20037-8128

Payment must be received by December 6thfor names of honorees to be included in the ceremony.

For questions or to submit additional dedications, please contact Carmen Stull at CarmenStull@gwhospitalwomensboard.org.

Your gift benefits patient programs supported by the Women’s Board. The Women's Board is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our Tax ID number is 43-2058202.