Making an impact: Employees give back in multiple ways

Dartmouth Health employees contribute to their communities in many ways—through volunteering, fundraising and financial support of events and organizations they care about. Annually, employees account for more than $300,000 in philanthropic support to Dartmouth Health.

In the last year, team members spent hundreds of hours volunteering for key events like the Prouty and the CHaD HERO, and more than 900 employees made a philanthropic contribution to Dartmouth Health. More than $450,000 has been raised through employee givers to this year’s Annual Campaign. Watch a short video with Dartmouth Health CEO and president Joanne Conroy, MD, and chief development officer Matthew Haag, who discuss the remarkable contributions of employees and thank them for their generosity and its impact on our communities.

Here are some quotes employees have shared that capture the spirit of giving back and what it means to them.

“Serving, giving and helping others truly fills my heart. Genuine compassion and contributions to others' well-being can make a meaningful impact in our community, enriching both their lives and ours.”

— Simone Russell, LNA, licensed nursing assistant, Dartmouth Cancer Center

“I like to volunteer and give my time for the Prouty because it is a great cause. I know a few people who have passed away from cancer, so that helps motivate me to keep on volunteering.”

— Kyle Koehler, food service cashier, DHMC Food & Nutrition Services

“In both the professional and personal realms, I have been impacted by countless incredible people who have cancer. I am inspired by their tenacity, positivity, and most of all, their commitment to helping others. Volunteering and participating in the Prouty helps me to embody those same values. Even if just one person is impacted by my involvement in the Prouty, I consider it a success.”

Anne O’Donnell, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS speech language pathologist, DHMC Rehabilitation Medicine

“I feel like I get so much from my work here at Dartmouth Health that contributing a small amount is the right thing to do. I see the depth of the work that we do in the community, and I want to support that.”

Kimberly Oziomek Mender, director, DHMC Revenue Management Operations