Backus Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit, tax-exempt affiliate of The William W. Backus Hospital. The mission of the Foundation is to solicit and receive contributions on behalf of The William W. Backus Hospital.

The Foundation strives through various avenues to ensure Backus Hospital's ability to foster the health and wellness of the residents of eastern Connecticut for generations to come. The Foundation accomplishes this goal by soliciting contributions through an annual appeal, Memorial and Tribute program, a variety of planned giving opportunities, a bequest program, gifts that establish endowed funds and special events.