Your generosity is improving the health of our community
Building a healthier, stronger community together
Dear Friends,
As we reflect on the past year, I’m filled with immense gratitude for your generosity and steadfast commitment to the Mission of Providence. Your contributions in 2025 made a profound difference in the lives of patients, families and our entire community.
Your generosity strengthened vital programs, including:
• Continuing education for nurses caring for medical oncology patients at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center, ensuring the highest quality of compassionate care for those facing cancer treatment
• Expanded assistance for cystic fibrosis patients, easing their journeys with essential equipment, transportation and nutrition, making their journeys a bit easier
• Investment in health innovations, such as deep brain stimulation, allowing a sense of normalcy for patients facing Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions
• Courtyard seating for kids in the Behavioral and Emotional Skills Training (BEST) program to have a safe, outdoor space where they can learn, heal and grow
Each of these milestones is a direct reflection of your kindness and unwavering support. Every gift, no matter the size, is empowering caregivers, comforting patients and inspiring hope. You enable our Mission to serve all, especially those most vulnerable.
We look forward to continuing this journey with you as we work to build a healthier, stronger community in 2026 and beyond.
Colleen M. Fox Chief Philanthropy Officer Providence Inland Northwest Foundation
Honoring your generosity: the heart of Providence
Dear Supporters,
Thank you for your unwavering generosity. You’re at the very heart of Providence, and it is thanks to you that Providence remains resilient in a rapidly changing health care landscape. Every day presents tough decisions, but in those moments, our Mission serves as our compass, guiding each step we take. Like our founding sisters, we strive to hold firm to our faith while bravely responding to the challenges of our times.
Philanthropy is more vital than ever. And, you are the neighbors who give selflessly for the betterment of our community.
After 40 years in health care, beginning as a floor nurse in the pediatric intensive care unit at Sacred Heart, I know that, with your partnership, we can adapt, overcome obstacles and ensure our communities continue to receive the care they deserve.
The next three years are crucial for our region. With your support, philanthropy will strengthen our centers of excellence – from the heart institute and neuroscience institute to the children’s hospital and the growing need for coordinated cancer care. Your kindness sustains our ability to meet the diverse needs of our patients, ensuring everyone has access to and receives the same high-quality care.
Thank you for making a difference, every single day.
Susan Stacey Chief Executive Providence Inland Northwest
2025 by the numbers
Pediatric oncology patients enrolled in clinical trials as part of their treatment plan
New devices or technology added to enhance patient care throughout our region Hotel nights provided for out-of-town patients and families 30 27 427
Total amount invested $8,514,024
New technology decreases operating time and improves cancer outcomes
Mozart iQ is the latest technology to keep Providence Breast Health shaping the future of breast cancer care in our region.
Thanks to your generous support, Providence Breast Health has taken a remarkable step forward in breast cancer care. Since launching in 2022, the program continues to grow, shaping the future of breast health and providing advanced, compassionate care.
The addition of the Kubtec Mozart 3D Specimen Tomosynthesis System has transformed breast surgery at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Providence Holy Family Hospital. Previously, surgical teams had to pause surgery while they physically transported tissue samples to a different location for imaging – causing delays and extended anesthesia. Now, thanks to your support, surgeons can instantly check tissue margins right in the operating room. This means less waiting, less time under anesthesia and more peace of mind for patients and their families.
Your generosity has directly contributed to reducing the need for additional surgeries by 50%. Breast surgical oncologists Jessemae Welsh, M.D., and Daphne Ly, M.D., can now remove all cancerous tissue in the first surgery, sparing patients the anxiety and discomfort of repeat procedures.
“Because of your generosity, surgeons can now visualize excised samples in real-time, dramatically enhancing patient care. Thank you for making this crucial advancement possible.”
-- Suzanne MacLeod, RNC, BSN
Nurses and surgical technologists pose with the Mozart iQ machine.
One patient had her tissue evaluated during a lumpectomy with the help of the Mozart system. Because of this technology, Dr. Welsh was able to detect and remove additional cancerous cells right away, saving the patient from needing a second surgery. This is just one example of the hope and healing you brought to our community by supporting the purchase of this technology.
In 2025 alone, nearly 250 breast oncology patients at Sacred Heart and almost 300 at Holy Family benefited from this innovation.
Each patient’s journey is unique, and innovations like these help us provide more personalized care. Thank you for helping us push for progress every day,” said Jess Welsh, M.D., breast surgeon specialist.
Providence Community Clinic staff are committed to meeting others in their time of greatest need.
50 YEARS OF CARING FOR ALL
Providence Community Clinic celebrates 50 years and looks ahead
For 50 years, Providence Community Clinic has been a compassionate example of the Providence Mission in action – serving all, including those most vulnerable. Founded by Sister Peter Claver in 1976 in partnership with Catholic Charities of Eastern Washington, this clinic was created as an outreach of Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center to care for our unhoused neighbors.
Through the decades, the need for accessible, high-quality primary care has only grown. We’ve seen firsthand how trust and genuine relationships can transform lives, especially for those who have experienced the isolation and hardship of living unhoused. At the heart of every story is a lost connection – and at the heart of Providence is a commitment to restore dignity, build relationships and offer a sense of belonging to every person who comes through the doors. Thanks to you, we can.
At the clinic, caregivers provide screenings, exams and testing for pregnancy, flu and diseases. They also treat skin issues and foot injuries - common ailments among those who spend most of their time walking outdoors.
Donor generosity has provided warm clothing, bus passes, luggage and even assistance obtaining a state ID or birth certificate. Such resources increase accessibility to housing, nutrition and disability benefits.
“We’re here to meet the needs of anyone who comes through the door. We greet everyone with a smile and aim to be an expression of healing love. This work would not be possible without community support.”
-- Robert Lippman, DrBH, MSW Community Clinic operations manager
In Spokane, access to health care remains a critical barrier for many. At Providence, the continuum of care begins with addressing urgent medical needs, including behavioral health support, while working toward stable housing and, whenever possible, the hope of employment. Thanks to donors like you, each act of care helps patients move forward on their path to better health and stability.
“Many people visiting the clinic don’t trust people. By showing compassion from the coffee stand, I strive to let them know I truly see and hear them rather than simply witness their struggles.”
-- Dick Silk, Community Clinic volunteer
Follow Your Heart Campaign reaches $10 million fundraising goal
Thanks to donors, construction has already begun on a leading-edge pediatric heart lab and renovated, welcoming spaces for patients and families.
Top: Lead donors to the Follow Your Heart Campaign celebrate reaching the $10 million goal.
Bottom: Chief Philanthropy Officer Colleen Fox thanks donors Alexi Matousek, M.D., John Peterson, M.D., and Michael Pirkle, heart institute executive director.
On page 9, renderings show modernization plans for Providence Heart Institute in Spokane.
Thanks to generous donors like you, Providence Heart Institute in Spokane is entering a new era of excellence and innovation. Donors to the Follow Your Heart Campaign have given more than $10 million toward the $40 million improvement – a truly inspiring milestone. That funding is already at work transforming spaces and advancing technology that will improve the lives of patients, caregivers and families across the Inland Northwest.
Transformation is underway
Construction on the first phase of the heart institute’s modernization project started in January 2026. This includes a dedicated pediatric catheterization lab, a covered walkway for accessibility in any weather and a sacred space on the first floor for quiet reflection. These improvements – made possible by donor generosity – will offer state-of-the-art technology and beautifully renovated spaces to our patients and their loved ones.
“We
wanted to make an impactful gift early in the campaign to show that
we’re
not just talk. We’re absolutely committed to this modernization, and we think it’s important for the future of this community.”
-- Dr. Sam & Rosemary Selinger, campaign donors
Early donors to the campaign, Sam Selinger, M.D., and his wife, Rosemary, have long championed cardiac care in Spokane. Rosemary, herself a recipient of lifesaving surgery, shared, “I feel like I’m living under Divine Providence, but it’s more than that. It’s because of the dedication and excellence of the care teams at the heart institute, always looking to improve and innovate.”
Every gift makes a difference
Every gift to this campaign, no matter the amount, is ensuring easier access for families, a warm and welcoming lobby and a supportive environment for everyone. Together, we’re building a legacy of care, compassion and innovation at Providence Heart Institute.
Champions of hope: leaving a legacy in pediatric oncology
Judy Felgenhauer, M.D., has spent decades working with pediatric oncology patients while her husband has helped transform cancer care in our region.
Top: Dr. Judy has treated pediatric oncology patients since the children’s hospital opened in 2003.
Bottom: The Felgenhauers have given generous gifts to support programs at the children’s hospital.
A photo of Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital’s first oncology patient – a baby who received lifesaving chemotherapy –still hangs in the clinic where Judy Felgenhauer, M.D., works. Back then, Dr. Judy was the sole pediatric oncologist at the hospital, often spending weekends, holidays and countless evenings on call to ensure every child received the best possible care.
Her husband, Denis, also spent extensive time volunteering in the hospital, forging connections with patients and families and witnessing their journeys. He continues to serve on numerous councils, boards and committees, dedicating countless volunteer hours to advancing the hospital’s work.
Donors like you support the pediatric oncology team who meet families at their most vulnerable moments, offering leading-edge, research-driven treatments and compassionate, whole-person care. This approach was made possible by the vision of Dr. Judy who led the charge to establish pediatric oncology services at the hospital.
Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital has grown into the region’s only center for many complex pediatric specialties. Families no longer need to travel far to receive the care their children need. Dr. Judy has witnessed tremendous progress in treatment outcomes, thanks to pediatric cancer research and the courage of families who choose to participate in clinical trials.
“Today, I can say there’s an 85% chance for a cure for most pediatric cancers because families thought not only of their own child but of every child who might walk this path. Your support has helped make these advances possible.”
-- Judy Felgenhauer, M.D.
Clinical trials transform second round of cancer treatment for young patient
Because of your generous support, Santana now has the opportunity to pursue a fulfilling career after overcoming childhood cancer treatment.
Santana’s battle with cancer began at just 6 years old with an emergency helicopter ride from Kennewick to Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital in Spokane. “I didn’t even know what cancer was, but it sounded bad,” 19-year-old Santana said. “This has now been the majority of my life.”
An EMT on that helicopter ride gave Santana a teddy bear, which he quickly named Carlos and still has from that first day. “It was something for me to cling onto,” Santana said. The first treatment took 3 ½ years and a lot of time away from home. Once in remission, Santana had to return regularly to the hospital for blood work. Three years into remission, one of those checkups revealed the cancer had come back. One of the first things Santana packed for treatment was Carlos. “I’m not letting him sit this one out,” Santana said.
Santana’s second round of treatment was markedly different than the first because he became part of an immunotherapy clinical trial. During his first round of cancer treatment at age 6, Santana was very tired and struggled to get out of bed. But this time, at age 12, he felt well enough to go on walks. He had an appetite and generally felt stronger.
Your support of the pediatric oncology research endowment makes clinical trials possible for young patients like Santana.
Now, doctors know cancer immunotherapy provides crucial benefits to pediatric patients by offering targeted, lower-toxicity treatments for relapsed or high-risk cancers, often replacing some of the intensive chemotherapy. Key advantages include improved survival rates, fewer side effects and inducing immune memory to prevent relapse.
Still in remission, Santana (and Carlos) are now embarking on life after high school. Santana is studying cybersecurity and enjoys fixing up his 1994 Toyota pickup and playing guitar.
Top: Santana takes a nap with Carlos during his first round of treatment.
Bottom: Santana and Carlos take one of many trips together.
Caudill family makes new cardiac rehabilitation possible in Stevens County
For many patients in Chewelah and Stevens County, specialized cardiac care previously meant traveling to Spokane.
Top: The cardiac rehabilitation center is equipped with new machines for future patients. Bottom: Providence leaders celebrate this milestone with the Caudill family.
The Caudill family has long made an impact in the Chewelah area. John and Lu Caudill moved to Valley in 1983 where they raised their family, ran businesses in Valley and Chewelah and left a lasting mark on the community. Among their many hopes, one remained especially close to Lu’s heart: ensuring her neighbors could access cardiac rehabilitation. Thanks to her generosity, that dream is now a reality.
Recently Lu proudly cut the ribbon on the Caudill Family Cardiac Rehab Center at Providence St. Joseph Hospital. She was joined by her daughter, Lisa Robertson, and sons, Guy and Mike Fiola, as a room full of caregivers gathered to celebrate this milestone. With tears in her eyes, Lu said, “This response is really touching.”
St. Joseph’s has long been a place of comfort for Lu. “Every time I’ve needed care, I just came here. The doctors and caregivers are very good,” she shared. She continues to visit the hospital weekly, cherishing the familiar faces and compassionate care.
Cardiac issues have touched the Caudill family personally. Lisa remembers her father having to travel for care during her childhood. This new center honors his memory, reflects Lu’s determination and ensures local families can heal and recover close to loved ones. Only 25% of patients follow rehabilitation after a cardiac event. In rural communities, that number drops to 8%.
The Caudill family’s generous contribution funded most of the cost to bring cardiac rehabilitation to Stevens County, creating a vital resource for the area.
“This investment in our community ensures that we can continue to provide essential health services and meet the evolving needs of our patients. We are incredibly grateful.”
-- Ron Rehn, chief administrative officer, Providence St. Joseph Hospital
Mako robotic surgery transforms joint replacements for complex cases
Donors funded the purchase of this robotic-assisted surgical system for knee and hip replacements, improving personalized surgical plans.
By the time Arica Marshall met Joshua Drumm, D.O., she had nearly lost hope. “I’d been overweight my whole life. I tried everything,” Arica said. Most doctors, and even her own family, had given up hope. But Dr. Drumm believed Arica could transform her life and become healthy enough for surgery.
His belief helped Arica find new determination: She began GLP-1 therapy, started exercising and checked in regularly with Dr. Drumm. She even stopped smoking. “I’m just so grateful he came into my life and helped me. At one of the appointments, we prayed together,” Arica recalled.
Once Arica made the lifestyle changes necessary for surgery, it was Dr. Drumm’s turn to fulfill his promise. The surgery would be challenging. Arica had lived with rheumatoid arthritis since childhood, and it had damaged her knees despite several reconstructive surgeries.
“I’m grateful to donors who are the backbone of the hospital. Dr. Drumm is the best doctor I’ve ever met, and I want him to bless others for years to come.”
-- Arica Marshall, Mako robotic surgery patient
Thanks to donor-funded Mako SmartRobotics technology, Dr. Drumm felt confident in the precision needed to focus only on the affected parts of Arica’s joints. “We’re able to do incredibly complex surgeries on people and get outcomes closer or identical to people who have not had multiple reconstructive surgeries in the past,” Dr. Drumm explained.
Arica’s recovery from both knee surgeries was just as smooth as someone who had never needed surgery before. For the first time in her life, at 49 years old, she can walk without a limp. Arica is deeply thankful to donors like you for making this technology possible.
In 2025, the Mako robotic system was used in nearly 800 surgeries at Providence Holy Family Hospital, transforming lives and giving hope to patients like Arica.
Thanks to the Mako robot, Arica is the closest she’s ever been to living a pain-free life.
Foundation board member leaves a legacy for pediatric patients
Shelly Carter worked for Providence, organizing projects and assisting leaders in the region for 14 years.
Shelly Carter’s journey with Providence began the day she was born at Mount Carmel Hospital in Colville – the beginning of a lifelong dedication to health care. With more than 20 years of experience in health care administration, including 14 at Providence, Shelly understands the challenges and the great needs of our region. “I chose this career because I could contribute to the caring of others,” said Shelly.
When she was ready to make a legacy gift, Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital quickly became her focus, knowing her heart was drawn to the kids. Shelly recalls meeting a young boy battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma. His story opened her eyes to the hospital’s incredible family services and dedicated caregivers, such as child life specialists who guide families through their most challenging times.
As Shelly learned more about the supportive programs at the children’s hospital, she felt even more inspired. An hour of painting in art therapy or pain management coaching from a certified child life specialist can brighten a child’s hospital experience and bring comfort on difficult days.
“It’s all about the kids – those who are vulnerable and in need of support. I don’t have children of my own, so I honor that part of myself by giving to those who need support during a deeply vulnerable time in their lives.”
-- Shelly Carter, legacy gift donor
Now retired, making a legacy gift is one of many ways Shelly gives back to Providence and her beloved Colville community. She has seen just how vital rural health care is, from emergency services to behavioral health and preventive care. She has also found other ways to nurture her passion for children in Colville, joining a group that creates and delivers quilts for newborns at Mount Carmel, the same place where she was born.
CHILDREN’S
Meet Mira, our 2025 Children’s Miracle Network Champion!
Before Mira was even born, her parents knew she would face challenges. At six months gestation, they learned Mira would have a cleft lip and palate. Then, at 32 weeks, Mira arrived via emergency cesarean section and spent the first 11 weeks of her life in the neonatal intensive care unit at Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital. At 14 months, Mira underwent palate repair surgery.
Today she continues to receive comprehensive care from the dedicated team of Providence maxillofacial experts – orthodontists, dentists, audiologists and developmental specialists – right in her own community. Without it, Mira and her family would have to travel hundreds of miles to receive the same level of care.
People who donate to CMN have kept this program funded. Their gifts ensure that life-changing resources are available to children like Mira, who is now a bright, curious kindergartener, thanks to the impact of donors like you.
“While having the cleft team in our lives does not eliminate the challenges, it is incredibly reassuring to know that we are not alone on our journey.”
-- John and Riza Warner, Mira’s parents
Children’s Miracle Network hospital partners
When you round up at the cash register or make a donation to Children's Miracle Network partners, you’re providing life-changing programs for kids at Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital. 2025 partners include:
7-Eleven
Ace Hardware
Aflac
AutoNation
Coca-Cola
Co-op Solutions
Costco
Credit Unions 4 Kids
Dairy Queen
GameStop
Great Clips
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Knight-Swift Transportation
Kiwanis International
Log-A-Load
Love’s Travel Stop
Marriott International
Panda Express
Red Bull
Rite Aid
Re/MAX
The Hershey Company
Valvoline
Walgreens
Walmart
ON THIS TEAM, EVERYBODY WINS
The Providence Saints wheelchair basketball team continues to thrive, thrive, having competed in three tournaments during the 2024-25 season. Because of your support, our athletes are equipped with everything they need: tournament registration, travel costs and supplies.
Donor support transforms recovery at St. Luke’s
Thanks to the remarkable generosity of our donors, care teams at Providence St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Medical Center are empowered to deliver top-tier, comprehensive care and pioneering rehabilitation solutions. This support not only enables patients to regain independence and enjoy a higher quality of life but also keeps St. Luke’s at the forefront of medical rehabilitation.
One person who benefits from the philanthropy-funded programs at St. Luke’s is Tom Severns, a veteran who joined both the basketball and SkiFest programs. After years of coping with leg and ankle impairment, along with other combat-related injuries, Tom found renewed passion for water sports and gained lasting friendships and a supportive community. As he recovers from a recent lower leg amputation, the activities and connections from St. Luke’s - made possible by donor support – have given him hope, belonging and resilience.
“Being on this team gets me out of the house and makes me feel better after losing friends in the military. I enjoy the physical activity, travel and hanging out with the guys. We always have a good time.”
-- Tom Severns, Providence Saints athlete
Innovative technology enhances patient safety
For inpatient care, donor support provided a specialized pressure map device, designed to proactively prevent hospital-acquired pressure injuries, a common and serious risk for patients with limited mobility. With this device, caregivers can quickly identify high-pressure areas so patients can be moved before prolonged pressure on parts of the body cause the skin to break down. Since its introduction, the device has allowed care teams to intervene early and prevent skin breakdowns before they develop.
Tom attends practice before an out-of-town basketball tournament.
Music provides peace and comfort during a patient’s passing
The soothing sounds of harp and vocal music, bring physical, emotional and spiritual comfort to patients through a donor-supported ministry.
When someone you love has a serious illness, there’s nothing you wouldn’t do to comfort that person. A special service provided through the palliative care program at Providence Holy Family Hospital and Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center aims to supply that comfort. Music-thanatology, also called prescriptive music, is funded through philanthropy. The live harp music and soft singing offer patients and families a sense of peace and serenity. Specially trained music-thanatologists, like Catharine Scherer, tailor the music and their voice to respond to a patient’s changing condition and vital signs.
“The families thank me, but it is I who is gifted by often being in the presence of such love and tenderness. It is gratifying to be a soothing presence and share the music to ease someone’s way.”
-- Catharine Scherer, music-thanatologist
Catharine played the harp for years before learning the art of music-thanatology.
Catharine has been playing the harp since 1997 and spent the past 16 years as a musicthanatologist. After her own mother’s passing at Sacred Heart in 2006, she learned of musicthanatology and said it became her calling.
Here are heartfelt thank-you notes from families who experienced sacred moments, made possible by your generosity:
“Thank you for playing the harp for my husband. That was so beautiful, and I believe he could feel your music.”
“Your harp music brought such a wonderful, peaceful exit to his life here on earth.”
“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for playing the harp for my mom and our family as she passed away. If you would have known my mom, you’d know she loved music. Having you play during her final moments is something we’ll always hold dear.”
You made a difference in 2025
Your generosity to Providence Inland Northwest Foundation has touched the lives of so many and brought hope where it was needed most.
Because of you, children battling cancer have access to groundbreaking treatments and families facing lung cancer are finding hope through earlier detection right here in our community. Thanks to your kindness, a new pediatric cardiac catheterization lab is taking shape, offering life-changing care to our youngest patients.
Your support ensures breast cancer patients receive the most precise surgeries, the most vulnerable patients receive vital care and services, and athletes with disabilities are empowered to thrive.
Your gifts have truly made a lasting difference, and for that, we’re deeply grateful.
“I support the heart institute modernization, both because of the impact on our community and because the pediatric cath lab will significantly benefit many of my patients.”
-- Carl Garabedian, M.D., donor to
Follow Your Heart Campaign
Your generosity at work in 2025
2,608
Patients visited Providence Community Clinic, which serves our most vulnerable patients.
467
Gifts were distributed to pediatric patients and their families who spent the holidays in the hospital.
320 Blankets were personally created for babies in the neonatal intensive care unit using fabric purchased through philanthropy.
515 Patients received music-thanatology services at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Providence Holy Family Hospital.
367
Patients had lifesaving ION robot procedures, helping to detect lung cancer earlier than ever before.