2023 Gratitude Report

GRATITUDE REPORT

LETTER FROM TODD GAFNEY & LAURIE MCCORMACK

At AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation, our commitment to enhancing the complete wellbeing of AdventHealth’s patients, team members and our community is unwavering. The support of dedicated individuals like you is not just uplifting, it is the cornerstone of our mission to inspire a healthier Kansas City through the power of generosity.

In this annual report, we are privileged to showcase the significant impact of your philanthropy. Your contributions through AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation breathe life into programs, shape nurturing spaces and ensure access to vital services. For that, we extend our deepest gratitude.

Your partnership and encouragement empower us to continue making a positive difference in the lives we touch. Together, we are transforming our community for the better.

A heartfelt thank you for being an integral part of our mission.

With gratitude,

Todd E. Gafney Chair

Laurie D. McCormack Executive Director

CAMPAIGN LAUNCHES FOR NEW BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINIC

ABOVE:

Sam Huenergardt, AdventHealth Mid-America Region CEO, Barbara Cusick, Board Member and Phase I Donor, Rennie Shuler McKinney, Administrative Director, AdventHealth Behavioral Health Department, Dr. Bob and Linda Jackson, Board Member and Phase II Lead Donors, Randy Vancy, Sunderland Foundation CEO and Phase II Lead Donor

“We are committed to whole-person care by not just focusing on physical health but the mind and spirit as well.”

– SAM HUENERGARDT CEO | AdventHealth

Mid-America

Region

AdventHealth’s strides in expanding its new Psychiatry and Wellbeing service line on the AdventHealth Shawnee Mission campus at 75th Street and I-35 are well underway. Thanks to a generous $1 million gift to AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation from Dr. Doug and Barbara Cusick, construction to renovate an existing 21,900-square-foot building and create a new behavioral health outpatient services center is progressing smoothly. This first phase marks a significant advancement, covering 40% of the first floor of what will ultimately become a comprehensive Psychiatry and Wellness Center.

However, there’s still much ground to cover. The journey toward a fully expanded behavioral health program requires additional donor support. While Phase 1 is a testament to the dedication of AdventHealth

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and our partners, including Evardy Construction, h/d Architecture, and 5By5 Engineers, the next phase is equally vital. With your assistance, we will complete the first floor of the behavioral health outpatient clinic, establish a dedicated space for Intensive Outpatient Therapy on the second floor, and undertake a complete renovation of the Acute Inpatient Behavioral Health unit on the sixth floor of the hospital.

Our $15 million fundraising campaign was created to ensure Kansas Citians have access to the care and resources they need, in a calming environment that reflects our commitment to addressing the pressing behavioral health needs in Kansas City. A significant boost came from the Sunderland Family Foundation’s gift of $5 million, propelling us closer to our goal.

As Sam Huenergardt, CEO for AdventHealth’s Mid-America Region, emphasizes, “We are committed to whole-person care by not just focusing on physical health but the mind and spirit as well.”

This holistic approach guides our efforts as we strive to create intentional, welcoming spaces within a healing environment, ensuring that individuals in our community receive the support they need throughout their treatment journey.

Your support is instrumental in bringing this vision to life. Together, we can expand access to behavioral health services, provide comprehensive treatment options, and transform the landscape of mental health care in Kansas City. Thank you for joining us on this journey toward a healthier, more resilient community.

* See #11 in infographic below.

PHILANTHROPY BLOOMS

MUSICAL GARDEN HONORS

KC’S OLIVIA BLOOMFIELD

Introducing the Olivia Bloomfield Foundation Welcome Garden, a symbol of hope and and inclusivity located outside the B.E. Smith Family Center. This garden pays tribute to Olivia Bloomfield, one of KC Independent’s 2022 Rising Stars and a global playground design champion, whose courage persevered despite her muscular dystrophy. Though Olivia passed away at the age of 10 in July 2022, her legacy lives on through the creation of the Olivia Bloomfield Foundation.

Inspired by Olivia’s belief that “Everyone deserves a chance to play,” this adaptable garden features turf-covered ground and flower-shaped musical instruments designed for individuals of all abilities to enjoy.

“Everyone deserves a chance to play.”

Phase 1 of the garden, funded entirely by philanthropy, reflects AdventHealth’s strong commitment to inclusive spaces, echoing Olivia’s advocacy for accessibility and inclusion. As children and visitors interact with the instruments, a ripple of joy spreads, resonating the profound influence families feel from the supportive staff at the B.E. Smith Family Center. Exciting plans are already in motion for Phase 2, which will further enhance this extraordinary space.

The Bloomfields’ inspiring contributions remind us that each act of generosity has the power to make a real difference. Your kindness can leave a lasting impact, offering hope and support to those who need it. Join us in making a positive change today – your actions matter, and together, we can light a path to a world without barriers, just as Olivia envisioned.

– OLIVIA BLOOMFIELD

“The B. E. Smith Family Center provides the most inclusive therapy and school experience for young children with disabilities in the Kansas City metro. The Olivia Bloomfield Foundation is honored to be a growing partner. Olivia’s life was dedicated to spreading joy and promoting inclusion. The expansion of the welcome garden will provide families with a special burst of warmth, joy, and inclusion, both when they enter and leave the building.”

– SARA AND MATT BLOOMFIELD Olivia Bloomfield Foundation Trustees

ABOVE : Matt, Emily and Sara Bloomfield

PIONEERING REVOLUTIONARY CANCER CARE UNDER ONE ROOF

The new AdventHealth Cancer Institute, on the Shawnee Mission campus, is poised to revolutionize cancer care with a seamless range of services all under one roof. Thanks to a generous $600,000 grant from the John W. & Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust and other donors, the leading-edge technology within this comprehensive facility will shorten treatment duration, target challenging cancers, and minimize harm to healthy tissue.

Spanning 71,000 sq. ft. across three stories, the state-of-the-art expansion integrates Kansas City’s first and only Elekta Unity, a machine that marries an MRI with a linear accelerator. The Elekta Unity’s precise and stronger treatment beam enables the medical team to see the tumor in real time, resulting in fewer treatments, less toxicity to surrounding tissue and the treatment of cancers with radiation therapy that were previously considered untreatable.

Committed to holistic patient care, the Institute triples the service space, streamlines processes, offers clinical trials, enhances education spaces, and reduces wait times. Ongoing philanthropic support is vital to support new technology costs and to help us serve more than twice as many patients by 2030. For more information on how you can shape the future of cancer care in Kansas City, contact Laurie McCormack at laurie.mccormack@adventhealth.com.

BUILDING A HEALTHIER TOMORROW

IN ACTION ADVENTHEALTH’S COMMUNITY SCHOOL BENEFIT PROGRAM

In Shawnee’s 75th and Quivira neighborhood, AdventHealth’s Community School Benefit Program is a force for good. By collaborating with schools, faith groups, city officials, and the Johnson County Health Department and assisted by grants from AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation and Overland Park Rotary Club, program participants are addressing community needs in ameaningful way. Here are some of 2023’s most impactful initiatives that received grant support.

ENSURING SCHOOL PHYSICALS

Recognizing the challenge some students faced in getting essential health checkups, the program took proactive steps to address this issue. By organizing special back-to-school events that offered free health services for everyone, the program provided invaluable opportunities to promote wellbeing and remove barriers to healthcare access for all.

EMPOWERING GIRLS ON THE RUN

In 2022, the Community School Benefit Program began helping students get involved in Girls on the Run, an organization that aims to empower girls by promoting exercise, teaching goal setting, and boosting confidence. Initially, the program covered registration fees for 10 girls and partnered with local organizations like the Kansas City Running Club, the Overland Park Rotary, and Garmin for sustainability. AdventHealth volunteers were vital in helping with shoe sizing and distribution.

Since its inception two years ago, the Girls on the Run program in Shawnee’s 75th and Quivira neighborhood has experienced significant growth. In spring 2023, there were 60 participants, and by the fall, the number had expanded to 83.

PROMOTING HEALTHY EATING

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission launched a Healthy Cooking Club tailored for neighborhood children, with a focus on instilling lifelong healthy eating habits. Due to its success, plans are underway to broaden the reach of the Cooking Club to more schools and neighborhoods.

IMPROVING MEDICAL ACCESS

Through conversations with school nurses and social workers, program leaders identified a healthcare accessibility gap. To enhance overall wellbeing, they partnered with a local clinic to broaden services and establish sustainable healthcare solutions for families. They also launched a safety net clinic, offering financial assistance and essential equipment, with a focus on providing vaccinations to underserved immigrant and refugee children.

ENHANCING INCLUSIVITY

Financial barriers shouldn’t block a child’s passion for math. AdventHealth’s Community School Benefit Program understood this, stepping in to purchase t-shirts for children participating in the Mathletics club and promoting inclusivity and pride among all students.

In addition to their daily dedication to patients, team members at all AdventHealth Kansas City locations demonstrate year-round generosity through payroll deduction gifts and contributions to the community. Recently, employees at AdventHealth South Overland Park, B.E. Smith Family Center, and AdventHealth Surgery Center in Shawnee Mission collaborated to build, pack, load, and deliver 430 shoebox gifts, supported by donations through AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation. The gifts were distributed to to metro-area refugee children from Asia and Africa. These heartwarming contributions showcase the team’s commitment to making a positive impact in the community. Other partners, including Chapel Oak and Bethel SDA churches, collected more than 100 gifts.

Thanks to the support from various partners, this initiative was a resounding success, and the team looks forward to continuing this meaningful tradition next year!

CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC

Highlighting another great achievement, AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation Charity Golf Classic took place on August 21, 2023, at Shadow Glen Golf Club, raising an impressive $122,030. These funds will support the “Area of Greatest Need” fund, enabling the Foundation to respond promptly to urgent and unforeseen needs at the hospital.

Special recognition goes to Event Chair Tim Deves, and to major sponsors GE Johnson Construction and JE Dunn Construction.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

TIM DEVES

EVENT CHAIR

GE JOHNSON CONSTRUCTION

EVENT SPONSOR

JE DUNN CONTRUCTION

EVENT SPONSOR

BELOW : Weston Canterbury, Mike Boyd, Andrew Linafelter, Daniel Rezin

Blue Hills Country Club September 23, 2024

We look forward to seeing you on the links!

ABOVE : Katy Corrigan, Ron Doolittle, Hamilton Espinosa, Jessica Marin

TINY TIM HOLIDAY FANTASY

The Tiny Tim Holiday Fantasy, held on October 26, 2023, at the Overland Park Convention Center, successfully raised more than $1.1 million, which will go towards supporting children and families served at the B.E. Smith Family Center. This year, the Festive Fashion Faceoff was introduced and was a huge hit!

This charitable event owes its success to the dedication of co-chairs Patrick and Laura Sargent, emcees Jennifer and Rex Hudler, the Nigro Auction Team, and generous sponsors and donors such as Nan and Doug Smith, Gary and Stephanie Goscha, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Medical Staff, GE Johnson Construction Company, Mark Gilman, IBEW Local Union 124, Logan Baker Foundation, Maddie’s Mission, Peter and Veronica Mallouk, MedDevelopment, Schreiber Family Charitable Trust, Richard and Barbara Shull, and Turner Construction.

Mark your calendars for our next gala on Thursday, November 7, 2024, where the community can, once again, come together for festive fun to make a positive impact.

ABOVE : Tim Deves, AHKCF Board Member and Festive Fashion Faceoff Winner

RIGHT : Patrick and Laura Sargent, 2023

Tiny Tim Co-Chairs

$1,100,000 RAISED TO BENEFIT B.E. SMITH FAMILY CENTER

YOUR CALENDARS Thursday, November 7

CHAMPIONS CIRCLE

AND THE POWER OF UNRESTRICTED GIVING

In 2023, the unwavering support of our Champions Circle community of donors has been truly transformative, enabling us to extend care, comfort, and healing to those most in need. Your generosity not only nourishes the spirits of our volunteers but also serves as a beacon of hope for those we serve.

Now in its second year, the Champions Circle honors and further engages our consistent and loyal donors, providing crucial unrestricted funds that allow us the flexibility to swiftly address emerging challenges, innovate solutions, and support neglected areas of need within the hospital and larger community.

Special thanks to Board Chair-Elect Twyla Rist, for her outstanding efforts to recruit members to the Champions Circle, and to Past Board Chair Todd Gafney, who ensured 100% board participation.

We invite you to join us in the Champions Circle as architects of whole-person health. Membership benefits include exclusive insights from AdventHealth senior leadership, healthy recipes from the Whole Health Institute, admission to the AdventHealth Championship, special “behind the scenes” tours, and acknowledgment on our website and e-news spotlight. By contributing a $1,000 annual gift to the Unrestricted Fund, your contribution empowers collective impact where it matters most.

“The Champions Circle underscores our shared belief in the power of unity and our commitment to making a meaningful difference together.”

– TWYLA RIST 2023 Board Chair-Elect

2023 CHAMPIONS CIRCLE ACHIEVEMENTS

Back 2 School Screenings in Shawnee

CREATION Life Camps for Kids in KCK

Team Member & Physician Wellbeing

Endoscopic Ultrasound Processor

Massage Chair for AH South Overland Park Serenity Room

Twyla Rist

JOIN HANDS WITH US IN

Let’s shape whole-person care, together.

EMPOWERS

COLLECTIVE IMPACT YOUR $1,000 ANNUAL GIFT

JOIN HANDS IN SHAPING A HEALTHIER FUTURE

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:

EXCLUSIVE INSIGHTS from AdventHealth senior leadership

HEALTHY RECIPES from the Whole Health Institute

ADMISSION to the AdventHealth Championship

SPECIAL “behind the scenes” tours

ACKNOWLEDGMENT on our website and e-news

FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT

11,119 GIFTS RECEIVED

1,932

DONORS

With your support, AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation makes a positive impact on the health of the community. The following information demonstrates your support for our mission and how gifts were used in 2023.

TOTAL FUNDRAISING ACTIVITY

$4,088,907

$62,639 THERE FOR YOU FUND

$150,088 MEDICAL MISSIONS IN PERU

$543,399

TOTAL EQUIPMENT PURCHASES/CAPITAL to support technology, procedural needs, and patient care in Cardiology, Surgery, Birth Center, Orthopedics, and Special Pediatric-to-Adult Need (SPAN).

$126,558 B.E. SMITH FAMILY CENTER to support equipment needs in the B.E. Smith Family Center.

$543,399

TOTAL EQUIPMENT PURCHASES/CAPITAL

$126,558

B.E. SMITH FAMILY CENTER

$241,299 LIVING IN VITALITY (LIV) PROGRAM to conduct Living in Vitality (LIV) program and annual conference targeted at educating women on simple ways to improve their health.

$62,639 THERE FOR YOU FUND through the There for You Fund to support women undergoing cancer treatment facing financial challenges.

$20,628 NURSE AND THERAPIST EDUCATION

BIRTH CENTER

$21,622

$241,229 LIVING IN VITALITY (LIV) PROGRAM

$150,088 MEDICAL MISSSIONS IN PERU to provide medical missions in Peru which involve building long-term relationships and a culture of volunteer service to spark meaningful change.

$21,622 BIRTH CENTER for Birth Center needs.

$20,628 NURSE AND THERAPIST CONTINUING EDUCATION to enhance their technical and patient care skills.

BACK ROW

LEFT TO RIGHT :

Robert Jackson, MD, Past Chair

Leah Ridgway, MD

Richard McEachen

Trent Grissom

Carl Migliazzo, MD, Treasurer

Marty Cole

Steve Cline

Sheri Johnson

Kathy Saunders

Scott Thompson

Kathie Lumbard

Barbara Cusick

FRONT ROW

LEFT TO RIGHT :

Nick Withrow

Ronda White

Laurie McCormack, Executive Director

AdventHealth Kansas

City Foundation

Tim Rodgers

Twyla Rist, Chair-Elect

Todd Gafney, Chair

Jennifer Crable, Secretary

Tim Deves

NOT PICTURED:

Jennifer Benjamin

Stephen Bubb, MD

James Butler, Jr.

Kent Crippin, Emeritus

Harriet Darling, Emeritus

Mark Gilman, Emeritus

Sam Huenergardt, CEO

AdventHealth Mid-America Region

Jay Kim

Barbara McGrath, MD

David Newcomer, IV

Julie Pine

Richard Shull, Emeritus

Heath Wilt, MD

– MARCUS TULLIUS CICERO