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s we’ve adjusted to a “new normal” in 2020, it’s been uplifting to reflect
upon the successes and celebrations in 2019. We are inspired by the many generous supporters who stepped forward with compassion to help us enhance care across our health system. During a year of uncertainty, their gifts give us tremendous hope. Thanks to grateful patient families, we made significant strides in advancing both pediatric and adult heart programs, with gifts to support the creation of an outpatient pediatric cardiac center at Levine Children’s and a center for cardiovascular care transformation at Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute. Our Levine Children’s gala resulted in a record $2+ million to enhance programs and services at Levine Children’s Hospital. And we received transformational gifts to advance cancer research and survivorship programs; launch virtual primary care in rural schools; and address disparities in care by taking health services directly to underserved communities. With collective support from our team of individuals, families, foundations, and corporations, Atrium Health Foundation raised over $30 million in 2019. I am grateful for their vision and dedication to the “next generation” of healthcare. From transforming cardiac care to fueling our research efforts, to improving access to care, philanthropy is making a significant impact on the health of our community. It’s an honor to work alongside such a dedicated team. Together, we will continue to provide hope, health, and healing – for all.
With gratitude,
Armando L. Chardiet President
We are inspired by the many generous supporters who stepped forward with compassion to help us enhance care across our health system. During a year of uncertainty, their gifts give us tremendous hope.
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Supported treatment advancements and clinical trials at Levine Children’s Hospital
Partnered with Levine Children’s to launch first mobile app
Paula Takacs Foundation for Sarcoma Research
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Morris Jenkins
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Estate of John Crosland, Jr.
The Greg Olsen Foundation
$250K
$2.5 million
Donated funds to sarcoma research at Levine Cancer Institute through the 8th annual Sarcoma Stomp
Contributed funds to establish the HEARTest Yard Pediatric Cardiac Center at Levine Children’s Hospital
2019 MAJOR Committed three-year support for ONE Charlotte Health Alliance
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Supported initiatives at Levine Cancer Institute and Levine Children’s Hospital
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Grateful Patient Family $1 million Established the Richard L. White, Jr., MD Distinguished Chair in Surgical Oncology at Levine Cancer Institute
Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapies unit established
Provided support for cancer research at Levine Cancer Institute through the Keep Pounding Fund
Isabella Santos Foundation
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Granted funding for a schoolbased virtual clinic in Lincoln County through Atrium Health Community Cares
$1 million
S E P T E M B E R
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Carolina Panthers
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Supported cancer prevention education and innovative technologies across Atrium Health
Kohl’s Department Store
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24 Foundation
$230K Donated funds to support cancer research and patient care at Levine Children’s Hospital
MILESTONES $400K Supported Levine Children’s Hospital through Children’s Miracle Network Hospital campaigns
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Walmart and Sam’s Club
The Leon Levine Foundation $2 million Established a Distinguished Chair position and adolescent survivorship clinic at Levine Cancer Institute
Established “Sandra and Leon’s Place” with lead gifts from the Levine Family and generous support from donors and corporate supporters.
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Annual Financial Highlights 2019 SUMMARY IN THOUSANDS
Assets Receivables Cash & Investments Other Total Assets
$ 44,735 312,893 10,525 $ 368,153
Liabilities & Net Assets Grants & Accounts Payable Other Liabilities Revocable Funds Managed for others Net Assets Total Liabilities & Net Assets
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2,499 1,093 1,955 362,606 $ 368,153
Revenues Net Contributions Net Investment Gains Total Revenues
$ 33,738 49,806 $ 83,544
Grants & Expenses Grants General Administrative Fundraising Depreciation Total Grants & Expenses
$ 41,093 1,676 3,583 268 $ 46,620
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transformative gifts that will have a profound and immediate impact on the patient care Atrium Health delivers to children and adults. Philanthropy continues to drive significant advancements in Atrium Health’s care delivery model, including: funding innovations in the delivery of cardiovascular care; establishing an Adolescent and Young Adult Survivorship Clinic at Levine Cancer Institute; advancing community outreach and virtual care; and expanding one of the world’s few bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy units dedicated to pediatric patients. These and other developments funded by the generosity of donors continue to put Atrium Health on the map as a destination for world-class care. 2 0 1 9
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$2.5 MILLION HEARTEST YARD PEDIATRIC CARDIAC CENTER AT LEVINE CHILDREN’S Opening their hearts for Levine Children’s patients and heart families more than ever before, Greg Olsen and his family made a generous $2.5 million gift from Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation to help build a next generation pediatric cardiovascular and congenital heart outpatient clinic – The HEARTest Yard Pediatric Cardiac Center at Levine Children’s. The gift was announced following The HEARTest Yard Golf Classic, a fundraiser held on May 6 at the Club at Longview, and marks the largest commitment to date from Greg’s foundation. Greg and Kara Olsen started the HEARTest Yard initiative in 2012 to help underwrite private home health care for children born with congenital heart defects. Having a son with a congenital heart defect, they understood firsthand the special needs of these patients. In 2017, their vision, coupled with a $750,000 commitment, helped launch a cardiac neurodevelopmental clinic at Levine Children’s. The clinic now provides cardiac patients and families at Levine Children’s – from birth through adulthood – access to neuropsychologists, education specialists, mental health professionals, dietitians, and other innovative patient therapies. Thanks to the generosity of the Olsen family, Levine Children’s Hospital can now provide the most comprehensive cardiac care in the country for young heart patients. The HEARTest Yard Pediatric Cardiac Center, scheduled to open in the coming months, will be housed in the Medical Center Plaza building adjacent to Levine Children’s Hospital.
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HEARTest Yard Pediatric Cardiac Center at Levine Children’s
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CARDIAC CARE TRANSFORMATION A $2 million gift from the California-based William, Jeff, and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation will launch the Center for Cardiovascular Care Transformation at Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
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$2 MILLION CENTER FOR CARDIOVASCULAR CARE TRANSFORMATION AT SANGER HEART & VASCULAR INSTITUTE A $2 million gift from the California-based William, Jeff, and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation will launch the Center for education, research, and clinical care pathways necessary to support foundation change in the delivery of cardiovascular care in the greater Charlotte region. It will be housed in the new Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute Kenilworth location. The new Center for Cardiovascular Care Transformation will address the challenges that providers face in delivering the best cardiovascular care, translating research into clinical care, identifying disparities in care among underserved populations, and investing in virtual access and remote patient monitoring capabilities.
“Currently, there is no existing model of cardiovascular care delivery in the country that can provide ‘best cardiovascular care’ to address expected patient needs. Thanks to community support from generous organizations such as the William, Jeff, and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation, we will implement novel approaches to care that once developed, can be replicated at other health systems across the country.” — GEOFF ROSE, MD PRESIDENT, SANGER HEART & VASCULAR INSTITUTE
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Cardiovascular Care Transformation at Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute. The Center will be the driving force for innovation in
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LEON LEVINE FOUNDATION $2 MILLION SURVIVORSHIP CLINIC AND NEW DISTINGUISHED CHAIR IN LABORATORY CANCER RESEARCH The Leon Levine Foundation has dedicated itself to funding $2 million for survivorship research initiatives at Levine Cancer Institute. The generous donations will support two specific areas within Levine Cancer Institute: The Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Survivorship Clinic and the Distinguished Chair in Laboratory Cancer Research. The AYA Clinic at Levine Cancer Institute will use the additional funds to help improve the Institute's standard of care for patients who are transitioning from the pediatric to adult setting. Whether addressing the daily obstacles of patients or offering access to group counseling, the goal is to provide more resources and support to meet the specific needs of these cancer survivors. The gift from The Leon Levine Foundation was also used to establish the Distinguished Chair in Laboratory Cancer Research, which will help recruit the most elite and credible scientists to Levine Cancer Institute. Support from organizations and foundations such as The Leon Levine Foundation will advance critical cancer care and research, propelling Levine Cancer Institute to national and international prominence.
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CANCER SURVIVORSHIP Since its inception in 2002, 24 Foundation has collectively donated more than $5.5 million to help Atrium Health achieve its vision of serving patients at all points of cancer treatment and survivorship.
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24 FOUNDATION $1.75 MILLION SURVIVORSHIP AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS, LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE AND LEVINE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
navigation programs in Charlotte, North Carolina and beyond. Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute and Levine Children’s Hospital have been the honored beneficiaries of 24 Foundation for many years, with gifts funding cancer survivorship programs and related wellness programs for children and adults.
commitment to Levine Cancer Institute and Levine Children’s Hospital to support survivorship and wellness programs for cancer survivors of all ages. With this tremendous commitment, 24 Foundation will have donated more than $5.5 million collectively to help Atrium Health achieve its vision of serving patients at all points of cancer treatment and survivorship. The gift also supports enhancement of Levine Cancer Institute’s worldclass navigation program and sustains existing integrative oncology services such as healing arts, yoga, massage therapy and acupuncture. Notably, a portion of the gift will support the burgeoning pediatric cancer survivorship program at Levine Children’s Hospital. As more patients are seeking whole person healthcare across the continuum of their cancer journeys, philanthropy and the support of partners such as 24 Foundation continue to play a key role in advancing care for patients and improving their quality of life, during and after treatment.
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Following the successful 24 Hours of Booty cycling event in July 2019, the 24 Foundation announced a $1.75 million
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Since its inception in 2002, the 24 Foundation has raised nearly $24 million to support cancer survivorship and cancer
(L-R) Armando Chardiet, President, Atrium Health < Foundation; Spencer Lueders, Founder, 24 Foundation; Katy Ryan, Executive Director, 24 Foundation.
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ISABELLA SANTOS FOUNDATION ISF RARE AND SOLID TUMOR PROGRAM AT LEVINE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Seven-year-old Isabella, namesake of the Isabella Santos Foundation, will always have a lasting legacy in the hearts of Levine Children’s Hospital patients and teammates. Though her precious life was cut short by a rare form of cancer, thousands of Isabella Santos Foundation supporters honor Isabella’s memory each year through their gifts, including many families who have been impacted by childhood cancer. From hosting road races and galas, to bringing “Christmas in July” presents to patients at Levine Children’s Hospital, the Isabella Santos Foundation contributes essential funding to bring the latest cancer research and treatments to the Isabella Santos Foundation Rare and Solid Tumor Program at Levine Children’s Hospital. Just as meaningful, ISF has created a community of support for families facing childhood cancer to share their stories and strength with one another. The Isabella Santos Foundation’s 12th annual 5K/10K For Kids Cancer, along with the organization’s Pumpkin Ball, collectively raised over $650,000 to support the ISF Rare and Solid Tumor Program at Levine Children’s Hospital. Established in 2018 with ISF’s commitment of $5 million, the program oversees metaiodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) therapy and related clinical research.
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MARTIN TRUEX JR. FOUNDATION AND SHERRYSTRONG $750,000 INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AND RESEARCH AT LEVINE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AND LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE Since she was diagnosed in 2014 with ovarian cancer, Sherry Pollex – along with partner Martin Truex Jr. – has provided
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significant philanthropic support for clinical research initiatives specific to childhood and ovarian cancers. Many of these initiatives are based at Levine Cancer Institute and Levine Children's Hospital, revolutionizing the quality of care received right in our community. In 2019 the couple generously committed $750,000 through the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation and SherryStrong, in support of integrative medicine and research at Levine Children's Hospital and Levine Cancer Institute. The funds aim to expand integrative medicine services at Levine Cancer Institute and introduce similar services for pediatric cancer patients at Levine Children's Hospital—including new therapies such as message therapy and healing touch. Thanks to significant support from foundations and individuals like Martin and Sherry, both Levine Cancer Institute and Levine Children's Hospital are staffed with some of the world's top physicians, and are renowned for their comprehensive cancer care and research efforts. The monetary commitments of the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation and SherryStrong help pave the way for further opportunities to improve health, elevate hope and advance healing – for all. NASCAR’s Martin Truex, Jr. and Sherry Pollex
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BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD $750,000 MOBILE PRIMARY CARE AND BEHAVIORAL SERVICES ONE Charlotte Health Alliance was formed in 2016 by Atrium Health, Novant Health and the Mecklenburg County Health Department as a community effort to bring resources and awareness to core issues in our surrounding area, one of which is healthcare. To help support this project, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) has committed to funding $750,000 over the next three years to help operate the mobile health units. Together, Blue Cross NC and ONE Charlotte Health Alliance will provide access to healthcare services in underserved
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communities throughout Charlotte. These services will include medical, dental and behavioral health services. Currently in the Charlotte area, lack of affordability is the main reason for not seeking medical care. Thanks to support from Blue Cross NC, the mobile units will provide care at an affordable price, and people of all ages and communities will be empowered to improve their health and well-being.
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THE DUKE ENDOWMENT $1,045,000 CANCER PREVENTION EDUCATION AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES The Duke Endowment, whose mission emphasizes nurturing the health and wellbeing of residents in the Carolinas, shares Atrium Health’s fundamental belief in the importance of fostering environments that promote health, hope, and healing – for all. As the recipient of over $1 million in grants awarded by The Duke Endowment in 2019, Atrium Health has expanded access to care for communities of need through innovative approaches to healthcare delivery. With support from The Duke Endowment, Levine Cancer Institute’s I CAN Cancer Ambassador program educates K-12 students about cancer prevention and connects underserved families with primary care services and free cancer screenings. Access to behavioral healthcare and crisis-intervention has expanded with the Duke Endowment’s support of Atrium Health’s VIBRANT program, which equips rural emergency departments with tele-psychiatric capabilities and virtual patient navigation. The Duke Endowment has also helped Atrium Health integrate emergency care, primary care and oral care in Anson County, as well as create a collective impact framework, which allows Atrium Health and community stakeholders to partner in addressing social determinants of health. 2 0 1 9
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BONE MARROW TRANSPLANTATION AND CELLULAR THERAPIES Levine Children’s Hospital is now home to the region’s only Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapies unit, thanks to generous philanthropic support. The program is among the few worldwide that offer transplant and cellular therapies to pediatric patients in a setting that provides for optimal physical and emotional healing. Transplant and cellular therapies include transplants for children, as well as treatment of non-cancerous disorders, such as bone marrow failure, immunodeficiencies and blood diseases. Because of the delicate nature of bone marrow transplants, which can keep patients confined to their rooms for weeks at a time to safely avoid exposure to germs, an important feature of the new unit is a centralized HEPA-filtered air system that allows patients to move more freely throughout the 8-bed unit. This groundbreaking expansion was made possible by Sandra and Leon Levine and through funds raised during the 2017 and 2018 Levine Children's Gala and the overall generosity of our community. The unit can now accommodate the addition of nationally recognized medical experts who help the program achieve transplant survival rates that rank among the top 10 in the country. Once again, philanthropic support has helped Levine Children's Hospital innovate and provide cutting-edge treatment for patients with life-threatening illnesses where they need it most – close to home.
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HYUNDAI HOPE ON WHEELS $100,000 PEDIATRIC CANCER RESEARCH GRANT
Through its philanthropic organization, Hyundai Hope on Wheels, Hyundai Motor America and its more than 830 dealers and customers support childhood cancer research with a donation from every new vehicle sold. Levine Children’s Hospital is among a select group of hospitals nationwide that benefit from Hyundai Impact Awards to advance medical research to cure pediatric cancer. In 2019, Levine Children’s was awarded $100,000 to support the work of Ashley Hinson, MD, who leads research to assess
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immune dysfunction in pediatric oncology patients, post-chemotherapy. Since 2010, Levine Children’s Hospital has been the recipient of more than $620,000 in grants from Hyundai Hope on Wheels.
CAROLINAS REHABILITATION — 2019 QUEST FOR QUALITY PRIZE $75,000 SUPPORT AND CARE FOR REHAB PATIENTS Atrium Health's Carolinas Rehabilitation received the American Hospital Association's (AHA) 2019 Quest for Quality Prize, and with it also earned the title as the first rehabilitation hospital in the country to receive this prestigious award. Carolinas Rehabilitation was recognized for their success in a variety of areas, including their virtual patient observation monitoring program and their EQUADR network, where improvement of care is made possible through their ability to collect data and detail rehabilitation-specific results. As the recipient of this incredible prize, Carolinas Rehabilitation received $75,000 to help sustain and further improve their ability to provide the best quality of support and care for rehab patients.
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GET FIT FOR LIFE PROGRAM — COLON CANCER COALITION GRANT $20,000 EARLY COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES As the recipient of a $30,000 grant from the Colon Cancer Coalition, Levine Cancer Institute has expanded essential cancer outreach services to residents of Anson and Stanly County. Through philanthropic support, the Get FIT for Life program provides comprehensive cancer education and colorectal cancer screenings to underserved individuals – free of charge. Additionally, with support from the Colon Cancer Coalition, a Program Development Specialist works directly with community members
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to help them maintain optimal wellness, with the intention of decreasing the rate of colorectal cancer diagnoses; facilitating timely treatment and diagnosis; and ultimately saving more lives in communities of need.
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JOEDANCE FILM FESTIVAL $170,000 PEDIATRIC CANCER RESEARCH
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The Joedance Film Festival celebrated a decade of fundraising for pediatric cancer research, raising over $170,000 for Levine Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital since its inception. The multicultural film festival is a tribute to a remarkable young man named Joe Restaino, who inspired his community to action as he bravely battled a rare form of pediatric osteosarcoma. Funds raised from this event help to advance pediatric oncology patient programs and clinical research.
HOPE 4 A CURE $100,000 BLADDER CANCER RESEARCH
The annual Cougars 4 a Cure event and Carolinas 4 a Cure Bladder Cancer Walk raised a combined $100,000 for the Carolinas Bladder Cancer Fund in 2019. Since 2014, Cougars 4 a Cure has been led by former and present Charlotte Catholic High School students Matthew, Mitchell and Morgan in honor of their mother â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a bladder cancer survivor. Their father and Atrium Health Foundation board member Mike Salvino, also spearheads the annual Carolinas 4 a Cure Bladder Cancer Walk. Funds raised from both events support innovative therapies that are being used to extend life expectancy and increase survival rates for bladder cancer patients at Levine Cancer Institute.
< Pictured (L-R): Scott Kerr (Retired SVP, Atrium Health Foundation), Dr. Ed Kim (Director of Solid Tumors Program, Levine Cancer Institute), Coach Andre Speech (CCHS JV and Varsity Basketball), siblings Mitchell and Morgan Salvino (C4C organizers, Charlotte Catholic High School), Dr. Peter Clark (Chair, Department of Urology, Levine Cancer Institute), and Armando Chardiet (President, Atrium Health Foundation).
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CATO FOUNDATION $100,000 UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
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In 2006 the Cato Corporation began their support of Atrium Health, particularly Carolinas College of Health Sciences. In 2019 Cato continued their support with gifts to the Undergraduate Scholarship Fund and the Excellence in Healthcare Award totaling $100,000. The Undergraduate Scholarship Fund supports students interested in obtaining their first degree in the allied health services programs, while the Excellence in Healthcare Award is intended for students who wish to further their education and training. The Cato Corporation founded these two funds to support talented students in their education at Carolinas College of Health Sciences. Thanks to Cato, recipients of both awards have had the funds to purchase books and pursue their passion of a career in the allied health field.
HEINEMAN MEDICAL OUTREACH $90,000 CANCER, MUSCULOSKELETAL, AND VASCULAR RESEARCH
Atrium Health Foundation was awarded $90,000 through the Heineman Medical Outreach Grant. With this grant, Atrium Health's Levine Cancer Institute, Musculoskeletal Institute, and Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute, as well as their respected specialists, will pursue cutting-edge research projects for medical advancements across the health system.
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CUPIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CUP 5K $45,000 PATIENT EDUCATIONAL AND THERAPEUTIC PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS
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In February, over 700 runners, patients, volunteers, and donors gathered for the 15th annual Cupidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup 5K. This race raised over $45,000 for the Carolinas Cardiovascular Health & Rehabilitation Fund which supports the cardiac rehabilitation clinics at Atrium Health Pineville, Atrium Health-SouthPark, and Atrium Health-Union. The fund is primarily used for new equipment and scholarships, which give underinsured or uninsured patients the opportunity to continue their care and education. More than 45 patients will receive scholarships, thanks to the 2019 event. In addition, funds will be used for educational and therapeutic programs for cardiac rehabilitation patients.
DP WORLD AMERICAS $30,000 GENE SEQUENCING TECHNOLOGY
DP World Americas donated $30,000 to help fund a Next Generation Sequencing instrument, the Ion GeneStudio S5 System, which researchers at Levine Cancer Institute will use in the Translational Research Labs. The S5 instrument can help identify rare genetic mutations and create novel therapies for adult and pediatric patients. It is currently being used to support multiple pharmacogenomic studies intended to provide genotype-guided dosing of drugs, as well as personalized pharmacotherapy regimens for patients being treated for a variety of cancers.
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MULTIPLE MYELOMA RESEARCH
As part of a two-year investigator award, the American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation granted $25,000 in continued support for research led by Atrium Health’s Dragos Plesca, PharmD, PhD, BCOP, DPLA. Dr. Plesca’s project – acquired immunity in multiple myeloma patients undergoing maintenance therapy post autologous stem cell transplantation – helps to advance Levine Cancer Institute’s treatment and understanding of multiple myeloma.
GRATEFUL PATIENT $30,000 CHRONIC LYMPHOCYTIC LEUKEMIA AND BLADDER CANCER RESEARCH
A generous contribution of $25,000 from a grateful patient is supporting the Carolinas Lymphoma and CLL Research Fund to advance the Institute’s lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia studies, as well as the Institute’s bladder cancer research and treatment programs. Levine Cancer Institute is currently host to an array of ongoing clinical translational research projects including multiple Phase 1 trials with novel agents and genetic studies for the development of targeted therapies for patients.
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RACE FOR THE CAUSE $22,000 ORAL CANCER RESEARCH, LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE
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The Jeremy B. Blevins Oral Cancer Fund’s annual Race for the Cause 5K/10K raised $22,000 to benefit oral cancer research and patient care at Levine Cancer Institute. The event, which takes place every February, was started by Shelley Blevins in honor of her late husband, Jeremy, who was diagnosed with oral cancer at age 41. Support from this event has enabled the Disparities & Outreach team at Levine Cancer Institute to purchase clinical equipment to conduct free head & neck screenings for firefighters onsite at individual fire stations. The screenings have been especially impactful to volunteer fire departments where risk is high but
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Pictured: Shelley Blevins (center) surrounded by an incredible community of donors and supporters.
GRASSROOTS PHILANTHROPY HELPS LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE PIONEER NEW MELANOMA RESEARCH In 2019, Levine Cancer Institute joined forces with GeneCentric® to develop an immuno-oncology research study on the molecular basis of response to immunotherapy, a form of therapy that uses the body’s own defense system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. This collaboration builds upon the Institute's research track record and expertise in developing immunotherapy-based cancer treatments. GeneCentric® is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing molecular subtyping tools to explore the complexity of tumor and tumor-microenvironment interactions. With philanthropic support, Levine Cancer Institute clinical investigators, along with GeneCentric® molecular biologists and bioinformatic team, are working on a first publication exploring cancer response to immunotherapy.
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A $100,000 grant from Hyundai Hope on Wheels is underwriting pioneering pediatric cancer research conducted by Levine Children's Hospital to assess immune system dysfunction in pediatric oncology patients.
Levine Children's expanded its virtual clinics into two rural schools with a $150,000 gift from Kohl’s, allowing Atrium Health to improve access to primary care for communities in need.
Levine Cancer Institute's Disparities & Outreach team provided $3 million in cancer screenings – including 235 colon cancer screenings funded by a $30,000 grant from the Colon Cancer Coalition.
Levine Children’s Hospital was named a best children’s hospital in seven specialties and ranked among the top 50 children's hospitals in the U.S. by US News & World Report.
Donors contributed over $2 million to recruit endowed chairs and to establish two new distinguished chairs at Levine Cancer Institute in both Laboratory Cancer Research and Surgical Oncology.
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THE DUKE ENDOWMENT
THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION
$1,045,000 Four grants awarded from the Duke Endowment during 2019, totaling over $1 million, will support Atrium Healthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts to improve public health.
$200,587 Three grants awarded from The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation during 2019, totaling over $200,000, will support the newly accredited Cystic Fibrosis Center at Atrium Health for children and adults. An accreditation is recognition of a center that is proven to maintain the strict quality guidelines as identified by the Cystic Fibrosis Standard and is dedicated to improving the lives of cystic fibrosis patients and families in the community it serves.
HEARST FOUNDATION, INC.
INTUITIVE FOUNDATION
$125,000 A grant from the Hearst Foundation, Inc., will help to launch a new mobile health app to ensure that Atrium Health patients have safe and effective pain control after surgery, while decreasing the risks of opioid overuse. The grant will strengthen a first-of-its kind alert system Atrium Health developed that helps healthcare providers recognize patients who may be at risk for opioid use disorders or misuse.
$110,000 Intuitive Foundation selected Dr. John Martinie as the recipient of the Intuitive Foundation Robotic Surgery Fellowship grant. Atrium Health is proud to be a leader in robotic surgery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a sophisticated technique that blends the accuracy of a robot with the talent of specially trained surgeons. Robotic-assisted surgery is less invasive than traditional surgery and provides surgical teams precision to do what is not possible with human hands alone.
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THANK YOU TO OUR FOUNDATION PARTNERS FOR MAKING TRANSFORMATIONAL GIFTS. 24 Foundation 5MPOWER Foundation A.H. and Helen L. Weiss Foundation Adam Faulk Tanksley Foundation Albemarle Foundation Alex Hemby Foundation American Breast Cancer Foundation AO North America Charitable Foundation Bosom Buddies Cystic Fibrosis Foundation DeAngelo Williams Foundation The Duke Endowment Flo & Chet Kaugher Foundation Foundation for Surgical Fellowships Fullerton Foundation Gambrell Foundation Gee Family Foundation Herschel & Cornelia Everett Foundation Intuitive Foundation Joedance Kimsey Foundation for Synovial Sarcoma Lena Sue and Cindy Beam Family Foundation Leon Levine Foundation Lung Cancer Initiative of North Carolina Martin Truex Jr. Foundation Miles Against Melanoma NC Muscular Dystrophy Association Northwestern Mutual Foundation Paula Takacs Foundation for Sarcoma Research Philip Van Every Foundation Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation Ryan Seacrest Foundation Stanly Health Foundation Susan G. Komen Foundation Swim Across America The William, Jeff and Jennifer Gross Family Foundation William Randolph Hearst Foundation Willie Stargell Foundation
$95,000 A gift from the Lauren Marie Kimsey Foundation for Synovial Sarcoma will provide funding to deserving synovial sarcoma patients and families being treated at Levine Cancer Institute who need assistance to pay for medically necessary services, supplies and special programs.
HEINEMAN MEDICAL OUTREACH $90,000 A grant from Heineman Medical Outreach will support three innovative lymphoma and orthopedic research projects at Atrium Health.
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CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS $2.96 MILLION LEVINE CHILDREN’S
Levine Children’s Hospital continues to deliver world-class care to children and families, thanks in large part to the national partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. From sales of “miracle balloons” at registers to in-store round-up campaigns to grass roots efforts, such as bake sales and home sales, the efforts of local corporate partners and community members in 2019 generated nearly $3 million for patient programs, state-of-the-art equipment, and research at Levine Children’s Hospital.
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Seventy-five local Walmart and Sam’s Club stores helped kids live better, raising $440,000 for Levine Children’s Hospital. Since 1987, the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals partner has raised more than a billion dollars to support pediatric patients across the United States and Canada.
Love’s Travel Stops: Publix Stores:
Love’s Travel Stops raised nearly $27,000
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Planned giving is a powerful form of philanthropy at Atrium Health Foundation. The Evergreen Society celebrates generous supporters who make a legacy gift to benefit one of the worldclass programs, services, or facilities at Atrium Health. Members of the Legacy Society are visionaries with a shared commitment to support the future of health and healing. Strong and enduring like the evergreen, legacy gifts provide a lasting impact for generations to come.
Strong and enduring like the evergreen, legacy gifts provide a lasting impact for generations to come.
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Evergreen Society Members Jane and Hugh McColl, Jr. Joe Miller Donna and Wallace Nunley, Jr., MD Jacqueline and Louis Pfeiffer Margaret W. Ross Carole Ann Simpson Lori Levine Sklut Susan and Jack Stricker Victoria Sutton Nicholas Trivisonno Donaldson Williams
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Anonymous (3) Betty and Don Anderson Sarah and Thomas Belk, Jr. Dorothy and Jim Berry Elinor Caddell Tansukh, Sarla and Rajesh Ganatra Mark Griffith Laura J. Gunby T. Hampton Hopkins, EdD Deborah Hopper Peggy and James Hynes Scott Kerr
2019 ANNUAL APPEAL The 2019 Annual Giving Campaign raised over $150,000 for programs and services across Atrium Health. Participants donated to numerous different funds supporting world-class programs such as cancer, cardiac care, rehabilitation, children’s services, and behavioral health.
Evergreen Society In Memoriam Anita Blumenthal Addison G. Brenizer, MD Willard Brown Joseph Bruno Ethel Bryant Melvin Caudle Alex Copeland, Jr. John Crist, Jr. Judy and John Crosland, Jr. Richard L. Eudy Ruth Flowe Rosalie Fountain George V. Gilbert Seddon “Rusty” Goode Laura “Johnny” Guffey Cynthia Huntley Julia Jones Ola Kincaid Ninna Lester Charles Lightner
Virginia McEwen Ann P. Miller Catherine B. Miller Robert Miller Irene Millroy Elizabeth and Ronald Moore Eileen Nichols Patricia Paterson Adeline and Morton Puner Addison Reese F.H. Sammy Ross Warner Shelly Earle Spaugh Louvene Steele Marietta Stokes Charles Stone John A. Vallomy A.B. and Harry Winkler, MD Vonee Wogens Elizabeth and Paul Younts
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A $1 million gift from an anonymous grateful patient family has established the Richard L. White, Jr., MD, Distinguished Chair in Surgical Oncology at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute. “This is a transformational gift that will help distinguish our surgical oncology services as among the most advanced in the country,” said Derek Raghavan, MD, PhD, President of Levine Cancer Institute. “We are honored to receive such generous support from grateful patients and families.” Dr. White was honored at an investiture ceremony held at Levine Cancer Institute on April 29, 2019, during which he was named the inaugural distinguished chair in surgical oncology. Access to world class care is important to Dr. White, who expressed his gratitude for the support he has received for his program. “Thanks to gifts such as these, physicians like me have access to funds for innovative research, educational opportunities, and special projects that may lead to new therapies,” said Dr. White. “Not to mention, grateful patients who give back to our program are inspiring others to give.” As the Distinguished Chair in Surgical Oncology, Dr. White will continue to lead and help advance the Institute’s division of surgical oncology and the management of cancerous tumors.
Front and center: Richard L. White, Jr., MD Distinguished Chair in Surgical Oncology at Levine Cancer Institute. Back row, left to right: Derek Raghavan, MD, PhD, President of Levine Cancer Institute; Mary Hall, MD, Chief Academic Officer for Atrium Health; and Brent D. Matthews, MD, chair, department of surgery at Atrium Health
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Not only are Atrium Health Teammates the single largest employee-based contributor to Children’s Miracle Network and Levine Children’s, in 2019 they gave generously to support other essential areas of clinical care provided by Atrium Health, including: behavioral health, cancer care, cardiac care, rehabilitation and orthopaedic research. Teammates continue to show an unwavering dedication to Atrium’s mission – to improve health, elevate hope and advance healing for all – with collective gifts and pledges made this year topping $3.6 million. Teammates, to see your name in lights visit AtriumHealthFoundation.org/miracles!
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$250,000 LEVINE CHILDREN'S Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s Hospital was gifted a $250,000 bequest from the estate of John Crosland, Jr. The gift completes a pledge made in 2005 by the late Mr. Crosland for Levine Children's Hospital during the "Dare to Dream" campaign, funding comprehensive support programs, treatment advances and early-stage clinical research trials for patients at Levine Children's Hospital.
KATHY WILLIAMS $150,000 SURGICAL TRAUMA INTENSIVE CARE UNIT Family rooms and the waiting area in Carolina's Medical Center's Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit (STICU) received a complete renovation, thanks to a grateful teammate. Kathy Williams, a STICU nurse, donated $150,000 from a family estate for the updates. Kathy recognized the need for this renovation, especially knowing the amount of traffic the space receives. The F.H. "Sammy" Ross Jr. Trauma center, located in Carolinas Medical Center, is the region's only Level-I Trauma Center. This is an incredibly transformative gift for both patients and staff at the center.
(L-R) Kathy and her dog Jack; Robert Rose, Chief Nurse Executive of Atrium Health’s Central Market; and Chan Roush, Vice President of Carolinas Medical Center and Musculoskeletal Institute. On her days off, Kathy takes Jack to visit patients on the Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit floor. A T R I U M
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ROSALIE FOUNTAIN TRUST PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY PROGRAM The late Rosalie Fountain gifted $65,000 to benefit specialists, physicians, workers, and support staff within the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Program at Levine Children's Hospital. This gift brings her total bequest to Levine Children's Hospital to $265,000, a meaningful contribution to ensure health, hope, and healing for young patients and their families.
BRASWELL TRUST $27,000 ATRIUM HEALTH CLINICS IN ANSON COUNTY A $27,000 gift from the James R. Braswell and Bronnie L. Braswell Trust will support Atrium Health clinics in Anson County, funding access to eye exams for both uninsured and underinsured diabetic patients.
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Highlights CORPORATE PARTNERS
Partnerships are essential to the fabric of Atrium Health Foundation. The Foundation has been fortunate through the years to partner with corporations, foundations, and other organizations that demonstrate a passion for enhancing world-class medical care and pioneering research – bringing hope and cures to children, families, our community and beyond.
$1 MILLION LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE In the fall of 2019, the Carolina Panthers, long-standing partners of Atrium Health, generously donated $1 million to support cancer research at the Levine Cancer Institute (LCI) through the Keep Pounding Fund. In recognition of their generous gift, the Keep Pounding Family Center in the newly expanded Institute is being named in honor of the team’s signature mantra, Keep Pounding. The spacious family and visitor center is located along the 3rd Floor of the Institute within the Skybridge, which connects the original Institute to the new building. Exterior windows and natural light create a calming environment in the center, which features a Keep Pounding theme throughout, including a mural that pays tribute to former Panthers player and coach Sam Mills, who originated the Keep Pounding mantra while enduring and eventually losing his own battle with cancer. Coach Mills coined the original mantra, “Keep Pounding,” during the Panthers’ first journey to the Super Bowl. His words resonated with not only the team, but the fans – and today, Keep Pounding continues as an integral part of the Carolina Panthers’ community initiatives. Atrium Health Foundation has benefited from a longstanding partnership with the Carolina Panthers since first establishing the Keep Pounding fund in 2003 to benefit adult and pediatric cancer programs at Atrium Health. Since that time, the Panthers have helped raise nearly $3 million for the fund through the sale of fan memorabilia, license plates, the Keep Pounding online auction, and hosting the annual Keep Pounding 5K at Bank of America Stadium.
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CAROLINA PANTHERS
Pictured (L-R): Dr. Derek Raghavan, president of Levine Cancer Institute; Tom Glick, president of the Carolina Panthers; Ken Haynes, Enterprise EVP and President of the Greater Charlotte Region for Atrium Health; Armando Chardiet, president of Atrium Health Foundation.
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organizations like the Panthers continues to enable Atrium Health to offer the best care, and access to the latest research, close to home,” said Derek Raghavan, MD, PhD, president of Levine Cancer Institute. “Thanks to their generosity, we will now have a signature space to offer patient families and visitors a place of respite while their loved ones are receiving treatment.”
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WELLS FARGO’S CHAMPIONS FOR EDUCATION $250,000 LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE Champions for Education, the philanthropic arm of the Wells Fargo Championship, generously donated $250,000 to support Levine Cancer Institute, made possible with proceeds from the 2019 Championship tournament held at Quail Hollow Club. “Since 2003, the people who have been involved with the golf tournament have shared a passion to make this a special event.” said Wells Fargo Championship Tournament Director Gary Sobba. “There are a lot of kind and unselfish people who share their time and energy to help this tournament make a positive impact in Charlotte and around the region. With support from Wells Fargo, our corporate partners, volunteers, members of the Quail Hollow Club and our loyal fans, we are grateful we can continue to make an impact on other people’s lives either through awareness or financial assistance.”
Pictured (left to right): Armando Chardiet, President, Atrium Health Foundation; Kendall Alley, Regional President, Wells Fargo; H. Stacy Nicholson, MD, MPH, Sara H. and Howard C. Bissell Endowed Chair, President, Atrium Health Levine Children’s; Gary Sobba, Tournament Director, Wells Fargo Championship; Javier Oesterheld, MD, Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation Endowed Chair in Cancer and Blood Disorders; and Andrew Herman, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Atrium Health Levine Children's.
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KOHL’S CARES® SUPPORTS SCHOOL-BASED VIRTUAL CLINICS $150,000 LEVINE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Thanks to a generous $150,000 commitment made by Kohl’s in 2019, Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital recently expanded its school-based virtual clinic to two schools based in Lincoln County. The virtual clinics, which Atrium Health originally launched in Cleveland County, are now serving students at G.E. Massey and Battleground Elementary Schools in Lincolnton. With support from Kohl’s, virtual care visits – at absolutley no cost to students or their families – have reduced unnecessary emergency department visits, reduced early dismissal from school, and improved access and establishment of a medical home for children who had no primary care provider or established medical home prior to visit.
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LEVINE CHILDREN’S MOBILE APP POWERED BY MORRIS-JENKINS
Levine Children’s Hospital celebrated the launch of its first mobile app, which is powered by a gift from Morris-Jenkins and thanks in large part to owner Dewey Jenkins, chair of the Levine Children’s Hospital Board of Ambassadors. In keeping with Atrium Health’s patient-first approach to care, Atrium’s Information Services team and the Goodwin Design Group incorporated valuable
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recommendations from former and current patientfamilies who comprise the hospital’s Family Advisory Council, bringing their ideas to life through a
Left to right: H. Stacy Nicholson, MD, MPH, Sara H. and Howard C. Bissell
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Endowed Chair, President, Atrium Health Levine Children’s; Callie Dobbins,
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Facility Executive, Levine Children's Hospital and Jeff Gordon Children's
Children’s for years to come.
Center; Mike Daly, Family Centered Care Coordinator, Levine Children's Hospital; Rae Copp, grateful patient family member; Loree Oliver, grateful patient family member; and Dewey Jenkins, owner, Morris-Jenkins Co.
With this latest gift, Dewey Jenkins and the entire Morris-Jenkins family continue to demonstrate their longstanding commitment to creating the best environment for Levine Children’s patients and families.
Left to right: Meghann Kirkley, Development Officer, Atrium Health Foundation; Mike Conley, Division President, Eastwood Homes; Meghan Garvey, Marketing Coordinator, Eastwood Homes; Donna Varjabedian, Marketing Manager, Eastwood Homes; and Clark Stewart, President, Eastwood Homes.
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Sofia, celebrating
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the Miracle Balloon Campaign at a Charlotte Costco
Right here in Charlotte, in 2019 alone, our two area Costco locations raised $61,046 for Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital – bringing their overall philanthropic support to just over $700,000. Through their employee giving campaign and miracle balloon campaign, Costco continues to elevate community support and make miracles happen for children and their families.
EASTWOOD HOMES GIVES BACK LEVINE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL The 12-year partnership continues to thrive between Eastwood Homes and Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital. Their annual charity golf outing, the Eastwood Classic, set an impressive record in 2019 by raising $105,000 for Levine Children’s Hospital – nearly a 30 percent jump over the previous year, and a $24,000 increase! In addition to the record-breaking golf tournament, Eastwood Homes graciously donates a portion of every home sold in the Charlotte market to the children’s hospital, bringing their 2019 philanthropic gifts to
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Thank you to our CORPORATE SPONSORS who make transformational giving possible.
Bank of America
Marriott International
Barings, LLC
Middleton Meyers, LLC
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Morris-Jenkins Company
Brighthouse Financial
Office Environments, Inc.
Cato Corporation
Panthers Football, LLC
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company
PNC Bank
Chick-fil-A at Stonecrest at Piper Glen
Publix Super Markets Charities, Inc.
Children's Miracle Network
RE/MAX International
Community Auctions, LLC
Rite Aid Corporation
Costco Wholesale
Rodgers Builders, Inc
Delaware North Companies Sportservice, Inc.
Speedway - Corporate Office
DP World Americas, LLC
Speedway Children's Charities
Driven Brands Charitable Foundation
Spencer Spirit Holdings, Inc. (Spirit of Children)
Eastwood Homes
The Beck Group
Growing Family First Foto
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
Hyundai Hope on Wheels
Walmart Foundation
Knights Baseball, LLC
Wells Fargo
Kohl's Department Stores
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What makes an event “special?” Whether they occur each year, or just once, they are raising significant funds to support Atrium Health, as well as creating awareness and providing opportunities to establish and renew friendships while supporting a worthy cause.
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Levine Children's Gala The 5th Annual Levine Children’s Gala welcomed over 525 guests to Uptown Charlotte, raising a record $2+ million to benefit Levine Children’s Hospital. The fundraiser was made possible by the generous support of many community sponsors, most notably, presenting sponsor PNC. The gala, held at the corner of 8th and Brevard on land owned by Levine Properties, was attended by national and local celebrities, athletes, philanthropists, community leaders and representatives of Atrium Health and Levine Children’s Hospital, as well as numerous corporate supporters. Atrium Health President and CEO Gene Woods welcomed the sold-out crowd and was welcomed onstage by Dr. Stacy Nicholson, President of Atrium Health Levine Children’s, who shared the evening’s most exciting news: Sandra and Leon Levine had committed $500,000 to the gala in support of Levine Children’s.
Thank you to our Major Corporate Sponsors: PNC, Collins Aerospace, Speedway Children’s Charities, Barings, The Beck Group, Brighthouse Financial, Middleton Myers, and Office Environments.
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Sarcoma Stomp In its eighth year, the Sarcoma Stomp brought in a remarkable $250,000, the most ever raised in the event's history. Proceeds raised from the event, organized by the Paual Takacs Foundation, support Levine Cancer Institute and help fund cutting-edge clinical research to find advanced medical treatments for over 50 types of sarcoma cancer.
Children's Miracle Network Radiothons With the help of our generous community and partners, Children's Miracle Network wrapped up a successful year of radiothons, collectively bringing in over $320,000 for Levine Children's Hospital. Radiothon Milagros Para Los NiĂąos, hosted by Norsan Media and radio station La Raza 106.1, broadcasted live from Ryan Seacrest Studios in July. Connecting to listeners all around Charlotte, the event brought in a whopping $150,000 for patients at Levine Children's. December's Secret Santa Radiothon also proved to be a success in bringing hope, healing, and holiday cheer to Levine Children's. Thanks to our friends at Beasley Media Group Stations Kiss 95.1, Country 1037 fm, K 104.7, Power 98 FM and V 101.9 FM, over $170,000 were raised. Proceeds raised from both radiothons contribute to crucial health services and equipment, cuttingedge research, and patient and family support programs that work to improve the overall care and well-being of patients in our community.
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Levine JCC Kids Triathlon On June 2, kids of all ages and abilities took over the campus of the Levine Jewish Community Center for the 8th Annual Kids Triathlon. The Kids Tri provides children with the opportunity to complete a shorter version of a triathlon by participating in kid-friendly
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swimming, biking and running events. In the months leading up to the triathlon, participants and their families host creative fundraisers in their communities to raise money for the Adaptive Sports & Adventures Program at Carolinas Rehabilitation, as well as the world-class pediatric rehabilitation program at Levine Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital. The Kids Tri raised $130,000 for Atrium Health, bringing the eight-year total raised from the event to nearly $750,000.
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For more than a decade, Charlotte natives Jane and Luther Lockwood along with their daughter Jane, have rallied around a cause that has touched their lives deeply: Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive genetic disease that affects voluntary muscles, range of movement, and mobility over time. Daughter Jane was first diagnosed with the disease when she was just five years old. Since that time, her family has worked tirelessly to advance muscular dystrophy research. First organized in 2008, the family’s grassroots fundraising initiative – Jeans, Genes and Geniuses – has raised more than $700,000 to benefit the McColl-Lockwood Laboratory for Muscular Dystrophy Research at Carolinas Medical Center, one of the leading facilities in the world dedicated to finding a cure for Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy. Gifts made to their Jeans, Genes and Geniuses fundraising events chiefly benefit a biennial International Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Research Conference, hosted in Charlotte, which brings together experts from across the globe to specifically address the latest research initiatives likely to deliver a cure. The 2019 event raised over $110,000 to advance LGMD research.
Pink Pint Night Breast cancer survivors, supporters, and beer lovers united in September for the 9th Annual Pink Pint Night. Hosted by NoDa Brewing and Charlotte Radiology, the event raised $100,000 for Project PINK, a collaboration between Levine Cancer Institute and Charlotte Radiology to provide breast cancer screenings, mammograms, and diagnostic testing to uninsured women in Charlotte. Guests enjoyed food trucks, a silent auction, and got the opportunity to enjoy a specially brewed, pink beer in honor of the event.
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Tune Up Your Kidneys
Center of Excellence at Levine Children’s Hospital raised over $86,000 at the Fourth Annual “Tune Up Your Kidneys” on October 3. Guests enjoyed a silent auction, live music and food at the Terrace at Cedar Hill. Susan Massengill, MD, welcomed guests and was followed by Ben Aguallo, a patient from the center. Ben gave a heartfelt testimony of the impact the Center has had on his life.
Stiletto Sprint Atrium Health kicked off Ovarian Cancer Awareness month with the 9th Annual Stiletto Sprint on September 14. Ovarian cancer survivors, caregivers, supporters, and family and friends impacted by this disease came together to raise awareness and funds for ovarian cancer research at Levine Cancer Institute. The event included a raffle, silent auction, a survivor walk, the famous 70-yard dash and lots of teal - the
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Family, friends, and supporters of the Pediatric Nephrology
official color representing ovarian cancer. The Stiletto Sprint raised $83,000 for ovarian cancer research, and it was all made possible with the support of the Stiletto Sprint Committee, fundraising teams, donors, and generous corporate sponsors.
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Swim Across America The 3rd Annual Swim Across America made a splash on September 21 at the Lake Norman YMCA, with hundreds of avid and novice swimmers supporting leukemia research at Levine Cancer Institute. Founded in 1987, Swim Across America hosts swimming events across the country each year, having raised a combined total of more than $75 million since inception. Levine Cancer Instituteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leukemia research team is honored to be among the beneficiaries of the unique fundraising event.
Wells Fargo Championship Levine Children's Hospital received $250,000 from the Wells Fargo Champions for Education tournament. Alongside this donation, an additional $5,000 was awarded to the hospital for being one of the five finalists for the PGA Tour. Out of the $1.9 million total raised from the tournament, Levine Children's was one of the fortunate few organizations to receive such a generous donation.
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On April 25, an incredible group of dedicated athletes were joined by community volunteers as they cycled more than 180 miles over three days from Charlotte to North Myrtle Beach. Cycle to the Sea, benefiting Atrium Health's Adaptive Sports & Adventures Program, raised over $59,000. The Adaptive Sports and Adventures Program provides competitive and recreational adaptive sports opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities in our community.
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Highlights COMMUNICATIONS
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Launched 54 campaigns on new fundraising platform: Classy.org.
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Raised $1,182,967 through online fundraising campaigns.
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Created one of the Foundation’s most successful annual “Peer to Peer” Fundraising campaigns, raising $341,000 to benefit Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute.
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7,813 Facebook engagements (285% increase over year prior)
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1,138 Instagram followers (27% increase over year prior)
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1,011 Twitter followers (36% increase over year prior)
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M E D I A R E L AT I O N S Garnered support of WSOC-TV, WBTV, WCNC and WCCB news networks who
Three issues of Momentum magazine issued
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signature Atrium Health Foundation fundraising events. Secured monthly interviews on WCNC Charlotte Today morning news program to share stories of hope about Atrium Health patients, healthcare providers and community partners. •
Estimated media value of Charlotte Today coverage: $24,000
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AT R I U M H E A LT H F O U N D AT I O N B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S Jim E. Mattei, Chair
James E. S. Hynes
Michael Salvino
Directors Emeritus:
Howard Bissell, III
Luther Lockwood, II
David Secrest
Bishop George E. Battle, Jr.
Thomas Hall
Greg Olsen
Lori L. Sklut, Secretary
John Engler
May Beverly Hemby
Manuel Rey
Felix S. Sabates, Jr.
Mandy S. Houser, Vice Chair
Mike Rucker
Vicki Sutton
LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL H. C. “Smoky” Bissell
Tommy Hall
Steve Luquire
Susan Udelson
Ed Brown
Scott Kerr
Derek Raghavan, MD, PhD
Kerry Vickar
Armando Chardiet
Edward Kim, MD
Michael Salvino
Declan Walsh, MD
Edward Copelan, MD
Jeffrey Kneisl, MD
Lori Sklut
Gene Woods
Mac Everett
Spencer Lueders
Vicki Sutton
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L E V I N E C H I L D R E N ’ S H O S P I TA L B OA R D O F A M B A S S A D O R S Janice & Aric Almirola
Callie Dobbins
Martha Ann McConnell
Diane Restaino
Weston Andress Candy Bing Smoky Bissell Ron Brooker Denise Coleman Mike Conley Amy Dawson Steven DeGeorge George Dewey
Sue Dupuis Jubal Early Mac Everett David Fisher, MD Dave Gitlin Richard Hinkebein Dewey Jenkins Beverly Ladley Tom Maxey, MD
Anna McCoy Matt McLanahan Marc Michael Matt Moore Javier Oesterheld Noah Pollack Blaine Predmore Dan Rajkowski Jim Reichard
Manuel Rey Judy Rose David Secrest Kourosh Sharifi Vicki Sutton Amy Welton Don Williams Konstantine Zitsos
2019 LEVINE CHILDREN’S GALA COMMITTEE Candy and Darren Bing Stephanie and Howard Bissell Monica and Armando Chardiet Amy and Alfred Dawson
Sherrard and John Georgius Stephanie and David Gitlin Mandy and Todd Houser Emily and Tyler Johnson
Kara and Greg Olsen Ana and Manuel Rey Tiffany and Scott Smith Nazy and Durham Weeks
Amy and Martin Welton Joy and Hunter Widener
L E V I N E C H I L D R E N ’ S H O S P I TA L C A N C E R C H A M P I O N S Lisa Backer Lynn and Bryant Barnes Jennifer and Jason Cox Allison and Jon Cowherd Alfred Dawson Sue Dupuis Michelle and Steve Gassaway
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Mandy and Wes Slocum Sharon and Mike Tanksley Sue Udelson Kelly Weaver
Janine DeFeo
Jennifer Johnson
Vicky Neer
Julie Snyder
Kay Elder
CeCe Krelitz
Shannon Routh
Prince Witt
Monica Gary
Cathleen “Cat” Lanik
Wanda Shearin
Rick Zuber
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LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE GYNECOLOGIC CANCER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE MELANOMA ADVISORY COMMITTEE Kathy Carver
Lourdes Gee
Heather Joyner
Bill Row
Cutter Davis, Jr.
Suzie Guerin
Martin Kreshon, Sr., MD
Anne Pipkin
Andy Everett
David Hodgins
Jeff McEwen
Kathryn Ford
Chic Huber
Mark Swanson, MD
LEVINE CANCER INSTITUTE BREAST CANCER ADVISORY BOARD Andrea Bierce
Diane Glenn
Suzie Pignetti
Amanda Burri
Heather Haines
Moira Quinn
Erin DeMarco
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PRESIDENTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OFFICE
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Armando L. Chardiet
Electa E. McPherson
Mark L. Griffith, CFRE
Elizabeth Rodriguez
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Senior Vice President, Operations
Assistant Vice President Development
Senior Development Officer
Julian Ryan Heidelberg
Rachel Ellis
Senior Development Officer
Director, Prospect Development
Director, Foundation Relations Grants & Contracts
Ellyn Brotherton
Katherine Schmitt
Kellie McGregor
Director, Financial Services Manager
Director, Development
Tanja Buchanan
Laura S. White
Executive Assistant
Development Officer
S T R AT EG I C R E L AT I O N S Kirstin Ashford
Development Officer Sara E. Piner, CAPÂŽ
Vice President, Chief of Staff
Candice Hagins
Director, Gift Planning
Financial Services Manager Kathleen LeFever
Director, Development
Supervisor, Data Management & Donor Information
Leslie Sykes, JD
Benjamin Herman Accountant II
Katelyn Budke Shonda Surratt Accountant II Sarah Beth Munson Senior Development Officer, Events
Kathy Curtis Senior Administrative Assistant
Madeline Yih Development Officer, Events
Cindy Grier Administrative Assistant
Michele Nutsigbe Senior Administrative Assistant
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