A ST. JOHN’S HEALTH FOUNDATION PUBLICATION
FOUNDATION MATTERS SPRING 2021
ST. JOHN’S HEALTH FOUNDATION 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT: Dear Friends of the Foundation,
OFFICERS Bob Pisano
Valerie Beck
Jane Carey
Tom Bruno
Patrick Trucco
Bill Best
Rachel Kay Keller
Sue Critzer
Leslie Petersen
Will Wagnon
Chair
Marketing Chair
Vice Chair
Nominating Chair
Treasurer and Finance Chair
Past Chair
Secretary
SJH Board Chair
Development Chair
SJH CEO
Doug Ober
Investment Chair
DIRECTORS Karen Brennan Michael Coles Tom Fay Chuck Fleischman Jeff Flug Bob Grady Robert Halper, MD, MBA May Herr Cynthia Hogan Past SJH Board Chair
Richard King
Elizabeth Masek Hillary Munro Katy Niner Shirley Piper Pat Robertson Gary Roubin, MD, PhD. Ted Staryk Sue Sullivan Charlie Thomson Marty Trott, MD Paul Vogelheim
EX-OFFICIO Connie Hansen
Jim Little, Jr., MD
Auxiliary President
SJH Chief of Staff
EMERITUS Shirley Cheramy Jim Eden
Ross Hartley Ed Liebzeit
PULSE ADVISORY COMMITTEE Karen Brennan Chair
Ryan M Beaupré Sarah Benniga Andrew Byron Steve Cole Georgia Cunningham Tina Damalas Haley Deming Erik Dombroski Anne Fasciano Megan Grassell
Bernadette Gwilliam Laura Hedges Nate Holt Bobby Jones Lindsay Linton Erin Lusins Will Munford Meagan Murtagh Oliver O’Connor Ginny Senn Emily Smith Shannon Stec
STAFF John Goettler
Katie Long
Sheldon Perkins
Claire O’Connell
President
Director of Development and Stewardship
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Director of Operations Director of Marketing and Special Events
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If nothing else, this pandemic has brought to light the true value and importance of access to outstanding, reliable, and well-managed health care. St. John’s Health has been nothing short of tremendous in its response to COVID-19. I’m proud to say our philanthropic partnership with the community, and all of you, has made the difference in St. John’s ability to respond to the biggest health threat of our generation. We’re tremendously grateful for Paul Beaupré and his extraordinary leadership in managing this unparalleled crisis. As we wished Paul a well-deserved retirement in February, we welcomed Will Wagnon as the new CEO of St. John’s Health. In this issue, you’ll read more about Will, our new board chair, and community members we welcomed to the St. John’s Health Foundation Board of Directors. You’ll also read about Deirdre Griffith’s journey to the Mongol Derby, the longest and toughest horse race in the world, and her efforts to fundraise for women’s mental health in Jackson Hole. I am awestruck by Deirdre’s courage and deeply grateful for her support. We also report on the impact of Mental Health JH and the COVID-19 Response Fund, which has offset the cost for hundreds of mental health visits throughout the valley. The remarkable generosity from donors like you have made it possible for St. John’s Health to continue to provide compassionate care for our family, friends, neighbors, and visitors. Thank you for your generous support. We are grateful for all that you do for our community hospital! Sincerely,
John Goettler President, St. John’s Health Foundation Scan the QR code with your smartphone camera to learn more about donating to St. John’s Health Foundation.
Foundation Welcomes New Board Members MEET THE BOARD CHAIR: Bob Pisano is a retired entertainment executive who worked in Hollywood and practiced law in Los Angeles and Paris. He currently serves on three for-profit boards and recently stepped down as the board chair of the Motion Picture and Television Fund. He and his wife, Carolyn, have lived in Jackson Hole for more than 30 years. Bob has served as a director of the St. John’s Health Foundation since 2016.
MEET THE NEW MEMBERS: Chuck Fleischman is the former President, COO, and CFO of Digene Corporation. He and his wife, Lisa, raised their children outside of Washington, D.C. and now live in Teton Village. Chuck first joined the St. John’s Health Foundation Board in 2009.
Hillary Munro is the founder of Graze Alpine Living, a destination for inspiring décor, food, and design. She and her husband, Mac, have a daughter and son. Hillary previously served as a St. John’s Health Foundation Pulse Advisory member.
Jeff Flug is the former president of Union Square Hospitality Group and board director of Shake Shack Enterprises. Jeff has over 25 years of experience in the financial industry and nonprofit sector. He and his wife, Sheryl, have three daughters and live in Jackson Hole fulltime.
Dr. Gary Roubin is an internationally renowned interventional cardiologist, recognized for his work in the development of the first FDA-approved coronary stent. He and his wife, Peta, have five children and live in Birmingham, Alabama and Jackson Hole.
Liz Masek is a former public relations professional and health advocacy expert. Liz first joined the St. John’s Health Foundation Board in 2012. She was appointed to the St. John’s Health Board of Trustees in 2014.
William Wagnon is the CEO at St. John’s Health. Will has more than 20 years of senior leadership experience in hospitals and health systems. He and his wife, Alex, have two children and moved to Jackson Hole in 2021.
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Thanks to the extraordinary amount of community support over the past year, St. John’s Health Foundation was able to fund more than $1 million to fulfill the emergent needs of our hospital, healthcare heroes, and community. Thank you for your support!
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Program Update: Mental Health JH Your gifts offset mental health visits for community members.
As the pandemic took hold in spring 2020, a cohort of mental health professionals observed heightened stress in the community, but they didn’t feel that community members had the resources to easily access mental health services. This concerned group collaborated with local nonprofits and private practices to form the Mental Health JH pilot program, with funding support from St. John’s Health Foundation and the Community Foundation of Jackson Hole. “In mountain towns, we often place a lot of value on our physical health, and sometimes when our mental health suffers, we lack the tools and resources to address that need. We hope that Mental Health JH will shine a light on this issue and be a bridge to help provide services,” said St. John’s Health Foundation President John Goettler. The Mental Health JH Pilot Program at St. John’s Health Foundation has offset the cost of care for over 3,390 mental health visits to date.
Since launching the pilot program, valley experts have witnessed firsthand the increased need for mental health services. Participants cite anxiety and stress as the two main reasons for seeking treatment. Our mental health community is rising to meet the challenge, however, the demand for services is not going away anytime soon. St. John’s Health Foundation is extremely grateful to our donors, community partners, and mental health professionals who have made this pilot program possible. When the pilot ends, program leaders will review the data, results, and insights. To apply for Mental Health JH, please visit mentalhealthjh.com.
To discuss local resources, please call or text the St. John’s Mental Health Resource Line at (307) 203-7880, Monday - Friday (8am - 4pm). The Jackson Hole Community Counseling Center can be reached via its 24-hour crisis line at (307) 733-2046. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached by calling 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) or by texting WYO to 741-741.
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Donor Spotlight: Deirdre Griffith Supporting Mental Health through the World’s Toughest Horse Race.
She met her husband, Vance, at the Triangle X Ranch, and the two enjoyed several wonderful years working together in the backcountry. Soon after starting work on the Twin Eagle Ranch in Cora, WY, they started a family and now have two little girls, Lilah and Delaney. “I struggled with postpartum depression with both of my pregnancies. Discouraged and too exhausted by what seemed to be a parttime job of getting help, I stopped trying to get professional help and went it alone,” says Deirdre. Deirdre Griffith, a local real estate professional, is raising funds for women’s mental health in Jackson Hole as a participant in the world’s longest and toughest horse race. The Mongol Derby is a grueling 1,000-kilometer competition across the steppe of Mongolia, which traces the former routes of Genghis Khan’s horseback messenger system. Deirdre competed against hundreds of applicants from around the world to be one of forty riders to embark on the ten-day journey taking place Aug. 11-20. The race is more than an adventure, it also requires its participants to raise money for a charity of their choice. Deirdre is raising money to support women struggling with pre-and postpartum depression and other mental health issues surrounding pregnancies through the St. John’s Health Foundation.
Postpartum depression is a complex mix of physical, emotional, and behavioral changes that occur in some women following pregnancy and delivery. Most new mothers experience the “baby blues” after delivery, however, Postpartum Support International estimates that 1 in 5 women will develop a more severe and longerlasting depression after delivery. Deirdre’s fundraising goal is $50,000 and she promises donations will go twice as far thanks to a match promised by a generous donor. As of March 5, 2021, Deirdre has raised $44,483. “Women in our community deserve a resource they can call to easily access support. I’m excited to present the St. John‘s Health Foundation with a check of $100,000 when I depart for the Mongol Derby in August,” says Deirdre. To learn more about Deirdre’s journey to the Mongol Derby visit deirdresmongolderby2021.com.
Deirdre worked for several cattle ranches and outfitters while completing her undergraduate and masters degrees at Colorado State University. After graduating, she fulfilled her dream by moving to Jackson Hole and joining the Triangle X Ranch as a packer, camp cook, and wrangler in the hunting camp. “I was hired on taking summer pack trips and sharing my love of the mountains with guests. Packing, cooking, and working for guests on trips was exhausting, exhilarating, and absolutely beyond comparison,” says Deirdre. STJOHNSFOUNDATION.HEALTH
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EVENTS // SUMMER 2021 For updates on upcoming events visit stjohnsfoundation.health/events.
7.23-25
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19th Annual Steve Winograd Memorial Diabetes Tennis Tournament
Tee It Up for Oncology Golf Tournament
Stripping for a Cure Fishing Day
29th Annual St. John’s Auxiliary Charity Golf Tournament
Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club Matches all three days and dinner on Sunday at 6:00PM Benefits the Diabetes Fund.
Teton Pines Club Hosted by the Teton Pines Women’s Golf Association Benefits the Cancer Patient Support Fund.
Full-day guided fishing trip on the Snake River Breakfast and Dinner at Jackson Hole Winery Benefits the Women’s Health Care Fund.
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Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club 1:00pm shotgun Proceeds support the Auxiliary’s pledge to St. John’s Health
