Touro. Founded in 1852, Touro Infirmary is New Orleans' only community based, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital. Founded in 1852, Touro Infirmary is New Orleans' only community based, not-for-profit faith-based hospital. Social Media Guidelines: lcmchealth.org/socialguidelines Touro Infirmary, one of the oldest private, not-for-profit hospitals in New Orleans, is committed to improving the health and well-being of the entire community through the provision of effective, efficient and compassionate healthcare. The Touro Infirmary Foundation is dedicated to supporting these activities through leadership, resource development, and financial stewardshiand thanks to the generous contributions of our donors, it continues to be an essential resource for the hospital. Every aspect of Touro Infirmary's proud heritage -- from outstanding patient care, to health education and community outreach -- has been enhanced by its legacy of support. Funds are used to support ongoing initiatives and to expand services and facilities for patients. Most gifts to the Foundation are unrestricted and are applied to areas of greatest need. Through the efforts of the Foundation, Judah Touro's vision of community service, begun more than 150 years ago, is still amply evident today. The generosity of our donors helps to ensure that this vision will remain strong for years to come.