DRIVING CHANGE FOR SAN ANTONIO
LIVE BETTER 2023 SUMMARY
Philanthropy at University Health Foundation Sara M. Alger, CFRE President, University Health Foundation Your dedication to this company-wide initiative has not only improved the lives of our patients and staff through University Health Foundation but has also made a meaningful impact on the San Antonio community through the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Whether you volunteered your time, made a pledge, or rolled up your sleeves to donate blood, together we have raised $540,558. Your collective efforts truly exemplify what it means to help others Live Better. We offer a special thanks to our Live Better chairs – Cynthia De La Pena, Stacey Denver, and Lisa Sanchez. They embraced their roles with enthusiasm and tenacity, and for that we are grateful. In addition, 135 colleagues served as ambassadors, inspiring us with their why and encouraging us to give from the heart – we offer a heartfelt thank you to them, as well. The success of Live Better is a testament to the generosity and compassion that runs deep within University Health. We are incredibly thankful for the cash donations and pledges, the blood donations, and all the dollars raised through 70 different department events throughout University Health. Your commitment has made a lasting difference, and I am incredibly proud to work alongside such a caring and dedicated group of colleagues.
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2023 Live Better Chairs Stacey Denver FNP, Department of Pediatrics
“You have made this a Live Better to remember. Between the flyers you’ve created, events hosted, blood donated, and pledges made, we have had incredible efforts made.”
Cynthia De La Pena Director of Corporate Communications Community First Health Plans
“Live Better is an amazing way to get connected with our local community and give back to those who need it most. Your contribution makes a huge difference in the lives of families in our service area.”
Lisa Sanchez Vice President of Care Transitions
“We must continue to spread the word about all the amazing ways to give at University Health. Be an advocate for fundraising events, donating blood, and making a donation.”
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DRIVING CHANGE FOR SAN ANTONIO
LIVE BETTER 2023 THANK YOU FOR HELPING OTHERS LIVE BETTER
Thanks to this year’s Live Better donors, volunteers, and employee advocates at University Health, we are able to improve the lives of our patients, staff and the community right here in San Antonio both in and outside of our clinical walls.
Advancing the work of University Health through
Advancing Employee Education
Transformative Care
$540,558 $110,850 Total Raised
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Blood Donations
Medical Innovations
1,263 Individual Participants
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2023 Improving the lives of patients, families, and communities by funding transformative care and medical innovations to advance the work of University Health.
TOP-FUNDED CAUSES
“Individually and collectively, we make a positive difference, and once a year, we come together for our Live Better Employee Giving Campaign to benefit our University Health Foundation and United Way. Each year, through this campaign, we raise money to support projects and programs that directly impact our mission and support many worthwhile nonprofits across our community.” - University Health President, CEO, George B. Hernández Jr., JD
This Year’s Top Three Funds
Women’s and Children’s Hospital Fund
United Way General Fund
University Health Foundation General Fund
$15,078 $60,185 $29,722 University Health Foundation
University Health Foundation: Top-Funded Causes Foundation General Fund Women’s and Children’s Hospital Fund Well Community Fund
UNITED IN CHANGE. University Health Foundation is proud to partner with The United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County and celebrate another year of giving united, helping to support our patients, staff and the community we serve - both inside and outside of our clinical walls. By partnering together, we can continue to achieve extraordinary milestones at University Health and in the community through the success of Live Better.
The United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County: Top-Funded Causes United Way General Fund San Antonio Food Bank Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio
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Blood Donation A Record-Breaking Year
It’s through your selfless donations at University Hospital’s blood donation center that we are able to save countless lives every year. This year, for every employee-based blood donation made during Live Better, $150 was donated to the University Health Injury Prevention Program.
Thanks to the 739 Live Better blood donors, $110,850 will be designated to the Injury Prevention Program, doubling last year's numbers.
Injury Prevention Helping to prevent traumatic illness and injury, the experts in our Injury Prevention Department lead our safety efforts for children and adults with educational programs and safety workshops. This program is designed to prevent unintentional and intentional injury for our patients and community members.
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Pictured: Carol Mancinas, Ari Friedman, Mycah Rex, Angela Lake, Michael Welker, Lisa Bennett Smith, Steven Hendricks, Amanda Chamberlain, Matthew Petrie, Kevyn Elkins, Lucas Lumbley, Natalie Davis, Adriana Lovejoy and Lisa Castellanos. Not pictured: Hazel Lee, Stephanie Knight, Kate Mahoney, Baylee Smith, Dianne Weber and Joel Salcido.
Information Services: Inspiring change through special events The dedication and commitment from ambassadors Sherri Mulkey and Vivian Vargas-Torres are something to truly highlight. Because of their collaborative efforts, University Health’s Information Services held more than 20 incredible Live Better events, raising $14,614 through department events alone!
Top Five Events | Shop for a cause | Tech Center mocktail event | Asian Fusion Bowl sale | | Keep your eye on the pie | NICU purse sale |
Thank You
to our volunteers for hosting more than 70 department events! In addition to the $10,727 raised at this year's jewelry sale, volunteers helped to raise more than $47,816 for the University Health Foundation and the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County. Live Better’s fundraising events not only make an impact on the funds they are designated to, but they also help to build stronger relationships and initiatives at University Health.
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The Ambassador Impact Ambassadors serve a key role in the success of Live Better! In addition to being champions of the cause, this year’s 135+ ambassadors actively educated and engaged their teams and helped us spread the message about the importance of giving. Our incredible ambassadors took the time to be resources and liaisons for their teams, and their contributions to Live Better were instrumental to the campaign’s success!
Sandy Bustos Inpatient Pharmacy, Live Better ambassador
“I have been an ambassador for the last five years now. Every year, I get to go to each of our locations, spend time with our employees, and hear their stories on how the Foundation or United Way has helped them. I like that our department as a whole gets a chance to get involved and give back to our community.”
Jessica Powell Community First, Live Better ambassador
“I give to help those in need and make a positive impact in the community I live and work in. I believe that every donation, no matter how much, can make a big difference for someone in need. I continue to give to help build and strengthen the community around me.”
Becky Salas Coordinator of Care, Live Better ambassador
“Our support, donations, and compassion make a difference in our patients’ lives. I have seen first-hand the positive impact in our patients’ health, food securities, housing, financial stability and job opportunities. I’m so grateful to be a Live Better ambassador and make a difference in our community.”
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2023 Ambassadors Alexia Williams Dawna Boudreaux Alma Martinez Debbie Riojas Amanda Martinez Debra Serna Amelia Vera Delani Sipila Angelica Lugma Desiree Lopez Angelina Rios Diane Fowler Ann Hernandez Eden Haoson Annette Dyal Elizabeth Embry Anthony McCann Elizabeth Gonzales Ariel De Robles Elizabeth Gonzalez-Cruz Arthur Kurland Elizabeth Osio Ashlee Biechlin Eloy Garcia Ashley Winn Emily Trevino Austin Blackwell Erika Bowen Becky Salas Erin Rogers Ben Lorenzana Esther Vandermeulen Brenda Jaramillo Fara Smith Brenda Martinez Gilbert Martinez Brittany Solis Grant Glass Caitlin Stephens Griselda "Gracie" Garcia Candida Pieper Heather Smith Carmen Quiroga Imee Paguio Catalina Pena Ismerai Atilano Celina Jimenez Jaclyn Luna Celina Sharpe James Roberts Cherelle Allen Jayme Bricker Christine Lara-Contreras Jessica Huerta Christine Limon Jessica Morin Claudia Gonzalez Jessica Powell Crisostomo Cabagay Joanna Colunga Daniel Couch Joe Mancillas Danielle Alvarez Jose Herrera David Correa (Joe) Joyce Miller David Fragoso Judy Necoechea
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Julia Aulner Julyssa Rodriguez Kaitlyn Rodriguez Karla Hudson Kathy Ibarra Kayla West Kendra Prince Keyla Ramirez Hernandez Krystle Cardenas Leticia Martinez Lindsey Greene Lorannys Sanchez Loretta LaPoint Luis Bonilla Jr Lydia Delgado Madison Ebner Marco Tenorio Margaret Hardin Margie Morales Maria Barron Maria Cabag Maria Cecilia Arredondo Maria Rabago Mary L Perez Maryflor Recla Maye Medina Meaghan Showers Michael "Mike" Ross Monica Gibson Nagham Saady Nakisha Johnson Nancy Anderson Nicole Cruz Niyah Kuhlmann
Orlando Ledezma Priscilla Campos Priscilla Vega Rachel Ferdin Regina Rodriguez Reyna Vega Robert Abad Robert Rattenbury Robyn McCann Sabrina Sword Sandra Lara Sandy Bustos Santa "Marina" Pena Sarah Estes Sarah Mohmedali Selia "Sally" Goddard Sherri Mulkey Sherrie Matthews Sofia Lopez Sonia Gallegos Stella Delgado Stephanie Guidry Susan Caster Theresa Arredondo Valerie Gomez Vanessa Romero Velma Perales-Diaz Veronica Molina Veronica Rodriguez Victoria Huey Virginia Rivera Virginia Salinas Vivian Vargas-Torres Wes Waymer Yvonne Chavez-Garza
What’s New In 2023 Events for a Cause Departments had the option to hold fundraising events and designate their proceeds to the University Health Foundation, United Way, or split the funds 50/50 between both organizations. Being Social University Health employees took to social media to share why they chose to give back, inspiring others online to do the same. By doing so, all who tagged @University Health Foundation were entered to win a pair of Santikos movie tickets!
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Thank you for being part of the change.
The impact you've made through your giving efforts during Live Better is truly unforgettable. Whether it was lending a helping hand, spreading awareness, or actively participating in our mission, you've made a significant difference in the well-being of University Health and the broader community.
Your time, energy, and passion have touched the lives of many, and we are immensely grateful for your contributions.
To learn more about University Health Foundation, contact LiveBetter@uhtx.com or call the Foundation office at 210-358-9860.
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