Wisconsin State PAC & Conduit 2024 Fundraising Toolkit

Introduction

Thank you for your leadership in the Wisconsin Hospitals PAC & Conduit and for considering to launch your own fundraising campaign. We look forward to partnering with you in this effort to strengthen Wisconsin Hospitals’ support of candidates who value high-quality health care in Wisconsin.

Whether you want to host an event (in-person or virtual) or reach out person-to-person — this toolkit has the information, tips, and resources you need to garner support, coming together to elect candidates who understand our Wisconsin hospital issues.

This packet contains the following information:

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An overview of the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit, their purpose, and the difference between the two vehicles.

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A summary of fundraising restrictions that are unique to hospitals in accordance to IRS, 501(c)(3) regulations.

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Seven Steps to Successful Fundraising, tips for ensuring a successful fundraising campaign.

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Information and tools to support your fundraising efforts.

Lastly, please note we are available to support your efforts every step of the way. No matter the approach, we can help get it done. That includes, mailings, follow-up communication, event planning, and tracking. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like support in your launch, do not hesitate to contact either of us.

Thank you,

Kari Hofer

Nora Statsick

Vice President, External Affairs

Political Affairs Consultant

Wisconsin Hospital Association

Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit

608-268-1816

608-239-4535

khofer@wha.org

nstatsick@wha.org

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You should consult your legal counsel before engaging in any activity if you are uncertain whether the activity is permitted.

WHY SUPPORT Decisions made by our elected officials impact patients, families, and hospitals.

Working together, hospital and health system leaders and employees can help elect lawmakers who will guide policy conversations that affect the health of Wisconsinites across the state.

The Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit are vehicles created by the Wisconsin Hospital Association to enable individuals to join together to contribute dollars to support candidates for state office - whether Democrat or Republican - who understand and value hospitals and their impact to the communities they serve. WH State PAC & Conduit is the cornerstone of hospital advocacy that amplifies the voice of our community.

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You should consult your legal counsel before engaging in any activity if you are uncertain whether the activity is permitted.

WH State PAC & Conduit FAQs What are the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit?

The Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit are vehicles through which individuals who care about their hospitals and want to sow the seeds now for future legislative successes in Wisconsin's Capitol can contribute dollars to support candidate campaigns.

Why should I care about the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit?

Our elected officials in Wisconsin's Capitol make decisions that affect the quality, cost, and availability of health care in Wisconsin hospitals. Electing well-informed, knowledgeable officials helps drive positive health care policy in Wisconsin in the future. Candidates need contributions from civic-minded and knowledgeable citizens like you to help get their messages to the voters and to run an issues-oriented campaign. Contributing to the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit can help elect individuals to state office who understand the role of hospitals in their communities.

Who may contribute to the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit?

Anyone! This includes hospital executives, senior managers, medical staff, nurses, trustees, volunteers, and anyone who wants to join together to help support candidates for state office - whether Democrat or Republican - who understand and value hospitals and their impact to the communities they serve.

How much can I give to a particular candidate?

The limits vary. For a state Representative - $1,000 per two year term; for a state Senator - $2,000 per four year term; for a Governor - $20,000 per four year term. For a complete list of contribution limits, contact Nora Statsick at 608-239-4535.

Are there any reporting requirements for me?

WHA will file all state required reports for all contributions to candidates and committees made from the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC or your Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit account. The state requires PACs and Conduit to include in their reports certain contributor information (e.g., name, address, employer, title). You will be asked to provide that information with your contribution.

What can I do to promote the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit?

Individuals are encouraged to contribute to the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit, and to individually encourage others to contribute as well. While individuals may undertake fundraising for the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit, state and federal regulations prohibit not-for-profit hospitals from engaging in political fundraising activities. Be sure to read “Seven Steps to Successful Fundraising” and “Fundraising Restrictions” in this toolkit before you begin your individual fundraising efforts.

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TWO WAYS TO PARTICIPATE Wisconsin Hospitals PAC vs. Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC

Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit

A PAC is a vehicle to which individuals can make voluntary political contributions. Contributions to a PAC are pooled together to support the campaigns of candidates who understand Wisconsin hospitals.

A conduit is another vehicle through which individuals can make voluntary political contributions. Unlike a PAC, individuals who contribute to a conduit account retain control over which candidates receive those dollars. Once an individual has money in his/her conduit account, the individual can then contribute those dollars to candidates and committees of his/her choice.

Wisconsin Hospitals PAC Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit

Candidates Who Value Hospitals Candidates Who Value Hospitals •

No decisions to make, just contribute and support the cause.

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Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC decides which candidates and committees to collectively support.

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Contributions are not personally identified in the contribution to the candidate campaign.

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YOU decide where your money goes.

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You receive 100% recognition for your contribution from the candidate or committee.

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Wisconsin Hospitals, as the industry, also receives recognition.

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You should consult your legal counsel before engaging in any activity if you are uncertain whether the activity is permitted.

Political Contributions Made Simple!

To simplify the contribution process, you can make a single contribution to your personal conduit account and authorize some or all of your contribution to go to the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC. For contributions under $250, we suggest designating 100% and for those $250 or more we suggest designating 25% of your contribution to the PAC.

Remember: Contributions can be submitted securely online with a credit card at www.whconduit.com.

Scan the code to contribute online. www.whconduit.com

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You should consult your legal counsel before engaging in any activity if you are uncertain whether the activity is permitted.

OUR CONTRIBUTORS

**See the list of last year’s contributors in the 2023 Annual Report, in the “Sample Materials” section.

How much should I contribute?

Suggested contribution levels are listed below. These are only suggestions; all contributions are gratefully accepted.

• $50—$499 for Staff and Volunteers • $500 — $999 for Managers and Directors

• $1,000—$1,499 for Executives • $1,500 and up for CEOs and other Leaders  Contributors at this level become Donor Club Members and receive a premium gift and invitations to

member events.

Set-up a Recurring Contribution Individuals can choose to spread out their annual contribution by setting up a recurring weekly, monthly, or quarterly contribution. Recurring contributions can easily be stopped and restarted. About 25% of contributors participate with a recurring contribution.

For example:

$417/month = $5,000 Annual (Leaders Circle)

$75/month = $900 Annual

$250/month = $3,000 Annual (Platinum Club)

$50/month = $600 Annual

$125/month = $1,500 Annual (Gold Club)

$25/month = $300 Annual

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You should consult your legal counsel before engaging in any activity if you are uncertain whether the activity is permitted.

Seven Steps to Successful Fundraising Individual leaders must take the initiative to ensure a successful fundraising year for the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit. Following these steps will help.

1. Lead by Example. Show your support and commitment by making your personal contribution early to the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC and/or Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit. www.whconduit.com.

2. Set your goal. Your goal will be specific to what you are able to do. There are many factors that play into setting your goal, such as past giving, size, and outreach capacity.

3. Assemble your list. Start with past supporters, they know the drill. Next, target new donors who are likely to get involved.

4. Understand the fundraising restrictions. Remember the use of hospital resources to support political campaign activities, including political fundraising, is prohibited. See the primer on the following page for help.

5. Develop a personal strategy. A customized approach, whether it be sending out letters or hosting an event, will make all the difference. You know your audience. Speak to them in a way they will best receive the message.

6. Create a timeline. Planning out your fundraising efforts will make sure everything is on track and goals are met in time to use the funds usefully.

7. Execute and follow up. Fundraising is not rocket science, it’s about persistence. You don’t know if they’ll give unless you ask.

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RULES OF THE ROAD Hospitals are prohibited from participating in political campaigns… …But individuals, in their individual capacity, can participate in political campaigns.

A hospital CEO or other leadership may participate in the WH State PAC & Conduit fundraising drive and activities by:  Making personal contributions.  Informing the hospital board of directors, medical staff and administrative/management staff during non

-business hours, and using personal phone or e-mail, that WH State PAC & Conduit is worthy of their support. WH State PAC & Conduit materials may be distributed at this time.  Distributing WH State PAC & Conduit PAC materials by mail using WH State PAC & Conduit letterhead,

envelopes and postage.  Attending WH State PAC & Conduit-sponsored activities and events during personal time.  Solicitor should use personal or WH State PAC & Conduit stationery, personal cell or home phones, and

personal e-mails. The use of hospital e-mail, phone systems, time, supplies, letterhead or stationery is not permitted for solicitation purposes.  Use of hospital facilities, except to the extent that other private organizations have access to similar use,

is not permitted. For example, if a room at the hospital is available for public use, it is permissible to hold a WH State PAC & Conduit meeting in that room, but not during employees’ work hours.  Do not make WH State PAC & Conduit solicitations an agenda item for official staff meetings or other

hospital functions.  Do not make WH State PAC & Conduit participation part of an individual’s job responsibilities, and do

not suggest that WH State PAC & Conduit contributions are tied to performance evaluations or responsibilities. WH State PAC & Conduit participation either as a coordinator or a donor is completely voluntary.  Keep the lines clear between actions taken as a non-profit hospital leader, and WH State PAC & Conduit

activities. They must be completely separate.

The IRS also has a website for 501(c)(3) charities that provides guidance and FAQs regarding the prohibition on political campaign activity. That website is: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/the-restriction-of-political-campaign-intervention-by-section-501c3-tax-exemptorganizations Although the IRS 501(c)(3) restrictions do not apply to for-profit health care organizations, various state and federal campaign financing regulations may

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You should consult your legal counsel before engaging in any activity if you are uncertain whether the activity is permitted.

GET STARTED You’ve decided to launch a fundraising campaign for the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit — great!

This toolkit is your resource designed to walk you through the process.

To begin, decide: Do you want to send a letter/email or host an event?

Send a letter or Email:

Host an Event (In-person or Virtual):

Sending a letter is quick way to reach out to a large group of people, especially if they are spread out across the state.

Hosting an event is a great way to educate those new to political giving on the program and the importance of participating.

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Use the letter template provided as a starting point, personalize before sending.

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Include a copy of the WI PAC & Conduit brochure.

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Be sure to include the link or QR code for submitting contributions online: www.whconduit.com

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Mail yourself OR send the components to us and we’ll compile, stuff, and mail for you!

Events are held outside of business hours, such as 5:00—6:30 PM at a venue or private residence or via MS Teams, if virtual. WHA Staff facilitate the event with a presentation on the PAC & Conduit, explain the differences between the two and make the pitch for why it’s important to participate. 

Work with WHA Staff to pick a date, give at least two weeks lead time for planning.

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Tell people about the event.

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Let WHA Staff handle the rest—invites, follow-up, logistics, etc.

Let Us Do The Work We are not only your resource, but also your assistant in this effort.

Contact Kari Hofer at 608-268-1816 or khofer@wha.org to guide you through the process and help you every step of the way.

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You should consult your legal counsel before engaging in any activity if you are uncertain whether the activity is permitted.

Materials Enclosed Please find the following sample campaign materials enclosed. We will work with you to both determine which materials will fork best for your campaign, but will also work with you to customize the materials to your preference.

1. Sample Fundraising Letter

2. Sample Fundraising Event Invitation 3. Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Brochure (tri-fold) 4. “Why is it important to engage” - One pager 5. 2023 Annual Report 6. Contribution Form 7. WH Conduit Disbursement Instructions

The documents provided in this Fundraising Toolkit are not intended to be an exhaustive analysis of what is permissible or prohibited.

You shouldprovided consult your legal counsel before in any activity are uncertain whether theisactivity is permitted.

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From the Desk of

<Your Name> **SAMPLE FUNDRAISING LETTER** Dear ___________, I am writing to ask you to join me and hundreds of our peers in making a contribution to the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit and/or Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC, as we continue to our efforts to move Wisconsin’s high value, high quality health care system forward.

Each year, individuals like you and me -- who value and care about health care in Wisconsin -- have come together to contribute to the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC and Conduit. We know that electing knowledgeable legislators to state office who also value our health care system is absolutely essential.

Support STATE Candidates Who Value Hospitals and Health Systems.

Make your 2024 personal contribution today!

A strong collective political voice could not be more important than it is now. Interest groups from many disciplines work to have their voice heard, and hospitals and health systems need to be at the forefront of the debate.

Scan the code to contribute Campaigning is an ongoing, year-round process—not just during online.

Election years. There are dozens of opportunities to support Democrats and Republicans alike through various events, several of which WHA organizes specifically for Wisconsin health care advocates. These events are supported generously by individuals through both the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC and the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit, but participation is key.

If you have contributed in the past, thank you! Together, we can help support candidates for state office who understand the role of hospitals and health systems in Wisconsin.

Any contribution is appreciated. Your personal contribution, along with contributions from hundreds of our peers, is an important way that you can help Wisconsin continue to advance policy that enables you and Wisconsin hospitals to deliver the best health care in the nation!

Funds can be designated to the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit, where you direct which campaigns receive your dollars. Or you can contribute to the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC where funds are pooled together with others and used to support candidate campaigns, host fundraising events, and more.

Please consider making a personal contribution this year. Contributions can be submitted online at www.whconduit.com, or if you would like to contribute over the phone or have any questions, you can contact WHA’s Kari Hofer directly at 608-268-1816 or khofer@wha.org.

It is important to emphasize that whether you choose to participate is entirely up to you and will not impact your employment. Contributions are not tax-deductible.

Thank you very much for your consideration.

Sincerely, INSERT NAME

You’re Invited!

Please join the

Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit for a Cocktail Reception Featured Speaker Eric Borgerding

President/CEO, Wisconsin Hospital Association Connect with colleagues and learn about the important role the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit play in supporting candidates who value hospitals and health systems. Learn how you can have an impact!

Date · Time Location Please RSVP to Nora Statsick nstatsick@wha.org or 608-239-4535

WISCONSIN HOSPITALS PAC & CONDUIT

What are the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit & Wisconsin Hospitals PAC? The Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit and the Wisconsin Hospitals Political Action Committee (PAC) are vehicles administered by the Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) through which individuals who care about their hospitals and the patients they serve can contribute to candidates who understand their mission.

Wisconsin Hospitals PAC & Conduit

Why should I contribute?

Contributing to the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit and Wisconsin Hospitals PAC can help elect individuals who understand the role of hospitals in providing vital care to all patients across Wisconsin.

Knowledgeable officials help drive positive health care policy in Wisconsin and contributions from civic-minded and knowledgeable citizens, like you, help them run an issues-oriented campaign and get their message to the voters.

Everyone’s contribution, large or small, is important!

Thank you very much for your support of the Wisconsin Hospitals political advocacy funds, if you would like to learn more about legislative advocacy, contact Kari Hofer at 608-274-1820 for information about WHA’s HEAT grassroots program.

Address 5510 Research Park Dr, Ste. 201 Fitchburg, WI 53711

Phone 608-274-1820

Website www.whconduit.com

You have the power to help shape our future.

The future of health care and your hospital is significantly affected by decisions made by elected officials.

By making a contribution to the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit and Wisconsin Hospitals PAC, you help elect candidates who understand the role of hospitals in their communities.

How do I contribute?

What is the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit?

A conduit is a vehicle through which individuals can make voluntary political contributions. Unlike a PAC, individuals who contribute to a conduit account retain control over which candidates or committees receive those dollars. Make it your habit to make your contributions to local candidate campaigns through your Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit account rather than through a personal check directly to the campaign. When you make a contribution to a candidate through the Conduit, your contribution is accompanied by a letter on Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit letterhead that specifically states your name and contribution amount, along with your employer’s name, and the candidate will report the contribution as an individual contribution from you personally. Also, if you would like to attend a local candidate event with your contribution check from your Conduit account, the Conduit can mail the check and letter to you to deliver at the local event.

What is the Wisconsin Hospitals PAC? A Political Action Committee (PAC) is a fund to which individuals can make voluntary political contributions. Contributions to a PAC are pooled together to support the campaigns of state candidates who understand Wisconsin hospitals.

The Wisconsin Hospitals PAC gives to both Democrats and Republicans. Because the PAC also plays an important role we suggest designating a portion of your Conduit contribution go to the PAC.

Complete the attached form.

While there are two funds (the Conduit or the PAC) to contribute to, you do not need to make two separate contributions. Make your contribution to the Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit and then designate a portion to the Wisconsin Hospitals PAC. Send the completed form and payment to: Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit and PAC 5510 Research Park Dr, Ste. 200 Fitchburg, WI 53711 Want to Contribute Online?

Make a secure contribution with your personal credit card at www.whconduit.com. You may also set up installment contributions online with your credit card to make it more affordable.

Giving Made Simple You can make a single contribution to your conduit account and authorize some of your contribution to go to the Wisconsin Hospitals PAC. For contributions under $250, we suggest designating 100% of your contribution to the PAC, and for those $250 or more we suggest designating 10% of your contribution to the PAC. How much should I contribute?

Suggested contribution levels are listed below.

These are only suggestions; all contributions are gratefully accepted. $50 - $499 for staff and volunteers $500 - $999 for managers and directors $1,000 - $1,499 for executives $1,500 & up for CEOs and other leaders Contributors at this level become Platinum Club Members and receive a premium gift and invitations to member events.

All contributions are voluntary.

Questions?

Contact Nora Statsick at 608-239-4535 or Kari Hofer at 608-274-1820.

Contributions are not tax deductible. The decision to contribute is voluntary and cannot affect the status, terms or conditions of employment.

Contributions are voluntary and must be in the form of a personal check or personal credit card. Corporate contributions are not allowed. Wisconsin Hospitals PAC information authorized and paid for by Wisconsin Hospitals PAC, Brian Potter, Treasurer.

Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit and PAC Please complete all of the following information: (First and Last Name) (Home Address) (Home City/State/ZIP) (Personal Email Address)

Important to include so we may contact you regarding your conduit account with opportunities where you may want to release your funds.

(Home Phone) (Employer Name) (Hospital you associate yourself with if different from employer) (Job Title) (Work Address) (Work City/State/ZIP) (Work Email) (Work Phone)

Enclosed is my Conduit contribution for $______ Make a personal check payable to: Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit And/Or my Wisconsin Hospitals (State) PAC* contribution: I authorize $______ of my Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit contribution to go to the Wisconsin Hospitals (State) PAC* Want to contribute by Credit Card?

To make a credit card contribution, please visit: www.whconduit.com Or call Nora Statsick at 608-239-4535 or Kari Hofer at 608-274-1820. *The Wisconsin Hospitals PAC is not the WHA Federal PAC. If you have questions, contact Kari Hofer at 608-274-1820.

Wisconsin Hospitals

State PAC & Conduit Why is it important to engage?

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The Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit is an important advocacy tool for those who support Wisconsin hospitals and health systems.

Our purpose is to help elect state candidates who value a strong health care system in Wisconsin that results in healthier communities.

Hospitals are significantly impacted by elected officials.

Funding cuts threaten hospitals and health systems across the country. Is Wisconsin next?

“Medicaid cuts threaten financially vulnerable rural hospitals” Alaska Journal

“Hospitals, nursing homes face “Hospitals would take $171 million-plus hit in

another Medicaid cut during pandemic” Newsday

vetoes of health spending," Crain’s Detroit

“How to Fix a $6.1 Billion Budget Hole? Attack Health Care

“Missouri’s children’s hospitals could see

Spending” New York Times

$140 million cut in Medicaid funding” Kansas City Star

“Citing reduced Medicaid reimbursements, Mercy Health

“Lawmakers compromise on

[Missouri] announces layoffs”

overall Medicaid reimbursement

Springfield News-Leader

for lighter cuts to ‘safety net’ hospitals” Tampa Bay Times

So far, due to strong collective advocacy efforts, health care has been a top priority for Wisconsin lawmakers.

Challenges are ahead, and all of this can change as state revenues continue to be heavily strained.

“Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee Approves Strong Investments in Wisconsin Hospitals, Primary Care Providers, and Health Care Workforce” WHA Valued Voice Newsletter (June 22, 2023)

We must protect what we have, and that starts with elections.

WH State PAC & Conduit has been a leader in electing candidates who value hospitals and health systems.

$630k

Disbursed to candidates last election cycle (PAC + Conduit)

81%

Success rate, giving to winning candidates

#1

Top conduit, disbursed most funds to state and federal candidates last cycle

Participating in the political process is important to protect high-quality, high-value health care.

WH State PAC & Conduit supports candidates who understand the important role Wisconsin hospitals and health systems have, both as leaders in care delivery and as essential employers within the communities they serve.

WH State PAC & Conduit is bipartisan, supporting candidates, regardless of their party, who value hospitals and health systems.

Many interest groups from all industries participate in the political process and supporters of hospitals and health systems need to as well.

What is a Political Action Committee (PAC)? What is a Conduit?

The WH State PAC & Conduit sends a powerful message of unity on behalf of those who support hospitals and health systems by providing contributors two vehicles in which to participate.

Wisconsin Hospitals PAC

Wisconsin Hospitals Conduit

No decisions to make, just contribute and support the cause.

Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC decides which candidates and committees to collectively support.

Contributions are not personally identified in the contribution to the candidate campaign.

YOU decide where your money goes.

You receive 100% recognition for your contribution from the candidate or committee.

Wisconsin Hospitals, as the industry, also receives recognition.

Supporters include individuals across Wisconsin who care about the hospitals and health systems in their own communities.

275

Individuals

Supported in 2023

Hospital Employees Community Leaders Members of Hospital Boards Health Care Professionals Participate in the WH State PAC & Conduit.

How to support and get engaged.

Supporting the WH State PAC & Conduit makes certain those who support hospitals and health systems have a meaningful impact in electing state candidates who value high-quality health care.

Make a contribution

Attend WH State PAC Events

Online at www.whconduit.com; One-time or recurring donations.

Hosted 34 of our own candidate-specific fundraising events last cycle.

Donor Club Levels:

Leaders Circle $5,000 +

Platinum Club $3,000 - $4,999

WWW.WHCONDUIT.COM

Gold Club $1,500 - $2,999

01/04/2024

Contributors ranging from $12,500 + (Leaders Circle) Borgerding, Eric & Dana Size, Tim & Pat

Wisconsin Hospital Association Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative

Contributors ranging from $7,500 to $12,499 (Leaders Circle) Rathgaber, Scott Skogsbergh, Jim

Bellin Gundersen Health System Advocate Health

Contributors ranging from $5,000 to $7,499 (Leaders Circle) Anderson, Sue Heywood, Matt Jacobson, Catherine A. Kammer, Peter Kaplan, Alan Killoran, Carrie Olson, David & Alig, Joanne Troy, Peggy Turney, Susan

SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc. Aspirus Health Froedtert Health The Kammer Group UW Health Aurora Sinai Medical Center Froedtert Health & Wisconsin Hospital Assoc.

Children’s Wisconsin Marshfield Clinic Health System

Contributors ranging from $3,000 to $4,999 (Platinum Club) Andrabi, Imran Bahr, Jeffrey Boatwright, Damond Chopra, Praveen Farrell, William Frazier, Michelle Harding, Edward Hanus, Andrew Jolley, Dennis Kachelski, Joe Lewis, Caren Lewis, Gordon Natzke, Ryan O’Brien, Kyle & Laura Potter, Brian Russell, John Santulli, William Stanford, Matthew Turner, Scott Van Meeteren, Robert Wallace, Michael Woleske, Chris Zenk, Ann

ThedaCare Advocate Health Hospital Sisters Health System Gundersen Health System Gundersen Health System Aurora West Allis Medical Center Aurora Medical Center - Bay Area Advocate Health UW Health Wisconsin Statewide Health Information Network SSM Health Wisconsin, Inc. Burnett Medical Center Marshfield Clinic Health System Wisconsin Hospital Association Wisconsin Hospital Association Prairie Ridge Health Advocate Health Wisconsin Hospital Association Children’s Wisconsin Reedsburg Area Medical Center Fort HealthCare Bellin Health Wisconsin Hospital Association

Contributors ranging from $2,000 to $2,999 (Gold Club) Aulik, Juli Bard, Jeffrey Brenton, Stephen Gutzeit, Michael Hartberg, David Hoelter, Jon Hofer, Karoline Kowalski, Todd Leitch, Laura Marquardt, Amy McCawley, Tom McKevett, Timothy Newson, Reginald Potts, Dennis Pustina, Karl Rohrbach, Dan Schimmers, Heather Schnedler, Lisa & Harold

UW Health Advocate Health Froedtert Health Children’s Wisconsin Vernon Memorial Healthcare Wisconsin Hospital Association Wisconsin Hospital Association Gundersen Health System Wisconsin Hospital Association Froedtert Health Beloit Health System Beloit Health System (System) Ascension Wisconsin Advocate Health Upland Hills Health Southwest Health Gundersen Health System Upland Hills Health

Schulze, Connie Tesfasilassie, Dawit

UW Health SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc.

Contributors ranging from $1,500 to $1,999 (Gold Club) Allen, Patricia Andersen, LeAnne Arquilla, Tom Augsburger, Marc Baenen, Sharla Basilotto, Steve Bauer, Jessica Beirl, Luke Bergmann, Michael Bintz, Marilu Bird, James Birschbach, Nancy Bloch, Jodi Charlier, Brian Cox, Sharon Cronrath, Corey Curran-Meuli, Jane DeGroot, Daniel Erdmann, Bryan Ericson, Allen Flannery, Robert Franklin, Nathan & Beth Franta, Amy Gisi, Dale Harton, Lisa Hauser, Andrea Jackson, Daniel Just, Lisa Kinney, Aric Larson, Leigh Ann Levin, Jeremy Mattson, Krister Micka, Michelle Miller, Thomas Mueller, Jennifer Pederson, Eilidh Roesler, Bruce Rudquist, Debra Sanders, Michael Schafer, Michael Tector, Leslie Thornton, Eric Thurmer, DeAnn Timberlake, Karen Vandenhouten, Peter Van Den Heuvel, Paul Waala, Shelly Werner, Andrea Woltman, Meghan Wolters, Brad

Hospital Sisters Health System Gundersen Health System ThedaCare Edgerton Hospital and Health Services Bellin Health Froedtert Health Aurora Medical Center in Washington County Hayward Area Memorial Hospital Ascension Wisconsin Gundersen Health System Beloit Health System (System) SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital Children’s Wisconsin Hospital Sisters Health System Beloit Health System (System) Marshfield Medical Center - Eau Claire SSM Health Monroe Clinic Stoughton Health Bellin Gundersen Health System Froedtert & MCW - Froedtert West Bend Hospital UW Health Bellin Gundersen Health System SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc. ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Bellin & Gundersen Health System Gundersen Health System Ascension Wisconsin Advocate Health Advocate Health Wisconsin Hospital Association Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative Gundersen Health System Bellin Gundersen Health System Advocate Health WHA Information Center Western Wisconsin Health The Richland Hospital, Inc. Amery Hospital & Clinic 1100 Partners Spooner Health System Children’s Wisconsin - Milwaukee Hospital SSM Health - St. Mary’s Janesville Hospital SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital Children’s Wisconsin Bellin Health ThedaCare Froedtert Health Bellin Hospital Advocate Health Marshfield Clinic Health System

Contributors ranging from $1,000 to $1,499 Burns, Nicole Busch, Rebecca Chaloner, Robert Early, Annie Ermert, George Flett, Will Foster, Angelia Hanselman, Matthew Hoerneman, Brian

Schreiber GR Group Spooner Health System Marshfield Clinic Health System Schreiber GR Group Schreiber GR Group ThedaCare Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam Ascension Wisconsin Marshfield Clinic Health System (continued on next page)

Contributors ranging from $1,000 to $1,499 (continued) Hoglund, Krista Larson, Margaret Lawrence, Dena Little, Steve McManmon, Kristin McNally, Maureen Miller, Clint Nondorf, Kyle Peterson, Doug Punzenberger, Lindsay Schmidtke, Holly Selvick, Carl Shepherd, Jeremey Small, Jessica Sprecher, Lon Waldoch, Tim Walsh, Kenneth

Marshfield Clinic Health System Ascension NE Wisconsin - Mercy Campus SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc. Holy Family Memorial, Inc. Ascension Wisconsin Froedtert Health Spooner Health System SSM - St. Mary’s Hospital Madison AdventHealth Durand Children’s Wisconsin - Milwaukee Hospital Aurora West Allis Medical Center Black River Memorial Hospital Schreiber GR Group Aurora Health Care - Kettle Moraine Region Consultant Ascension Wisconsin Schreiber GR Group

Contributors ranging from $500 to $999 Albrecht, Rachel Allen, Nadine Balacek, Patricia Bass, Robert Borchert, Barry Braudt, Theresa Craig, Jason Crespin, Matt Daly, Derek Detterman, Lynn Egle, Marcia Elfner, Christopher Engels, Melanie Gapko, Dawn Havens, Sarah Horner, Andrea Iroegbu, Nkemakolam Jack, Shannon Kirschbaum, Tom Klebe, Samantha Kneiser, Patti Lechnir, Tina Lerch, Shawn Lux, Teri Massey, Steven Matzke, Wayne McKee, Michael Mumm, Dan Neikirk, Jon Nelson, James Ohl, Andrew Olson, Joni Owens, Donna Palmberg, Robert Porter, Kay Prise, Eric Redman-Schell, Jennifer Rhodes, Tara Roundy, Ann Rude, Nels Sautebin, Michael Schattschneider, Tami Schmidt, Brad Schuster, Kraig Schwartz, Ian

Gunderson Health Systems Wisconsin Hospital Association Gundersen Health System Reedsburg Area Medical Center Reedsburg Area Medical Center Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital and Clinics HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital Children’s Wisconsin - Milwaukee Hospital Tomah Health ThedaCare Wisconsin Hospital Association Bellin Health Froedtert Health Aspirus Stanley Hospital Gundersen Health System Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center Aurora Health Care Indianhead Medical Center SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc. Marshfield Clinic Health System Froedtert Health Gundersen Health System Sauk Prairie Healthcare Froedtert & MCW - Froedtert Hospital Westfields Hospital Retired Gundersen Health System Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center Froedtert Health Fort HealthCare Ascension Wisconsin Gundersen Tri-County Hospital and Clinics Ascension Wisconsin Gundersen Health System SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc. Tomah Health Aspirus, Inc. SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc. Prairie Ridge Health The Kammer Group Marshfield Clinic Health System SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital SSM - St. Mary’s Madison Gundersen Health System Froedtert Health

Sczygelski, Sidney Seeboth, Bethany Selle, Justin Smith, Erika Smith, Robert Statsick, Nora Storey, Andre Sullivan, Heather Thompson, Mark S. Timm, Megan Tooke, Dori Tucker, Jeffrey Tunis, Jeremy Van Pelt, Ben Veeser, Thomas Vergos, Katherine Wicklander, Jeffrey Williams, Janice

Aspirus, Inc. Froedtert & MCW - Froedtert Hospital HSHS - St. Nicholas Hospital Froedtert Health Aspirus Wausau Hospital Wisconsin Hospital Association Ascension Columbia SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton SSM - St. Mary’s Janesville Hospital Advocate Health Marshfield Clinic Health System Miramont Behavioral Health SSM Health - Wisconsin, Inc. Froedtert Health SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital Aspirus Wausau Hospital WHA Information Center

Contributors ranging from $1 to $499 Abey, Michelle Stoughton Health Ambord, Hannet Reedsburg Area Medical Center Anderson, Sandy Consultant Brabant, Chris HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital Bauman, Jan Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital & Clinics Bunten, Sherry Aspirus Langlade Hospital Cardinal, Lori SSM Health - St. Agnes Hospital Chelmowski, Mark Aurora Medical Center in Grafton Competente, Brian WHA Information Center Craig, Chad Ascension Culotta, Jennifer SSM Health - St. Clare Hospital Baraboo Cypher, Sarah Froedtert Health Dermer, Nicole Ascension Wisconsin Drone, Kim Wisconsin Hospital Association Dux, Lawrence Froedtert Health Ferrigno, Sandie SSM Health - St. Mary’s Hospital Madison Field, Teresa Reedsburg Area Medical Center Fleuette, Laurie Wisconsin Hospital Association Frombach, Jacquelyn Marshfield Clinic Health System Gill, Nicole SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital Groenewold, Jacob Froedtert Health Hack, Tyler Aspirus, Inc. Hanaman, Alison Edgerton Hospital and Health Services Herbst, Amy Children’s Hospital - Milwaukee Hermel, Cindy Aspirus Wausau Hospital Hermes, Amy Stoughton Health Hermes, Mary Stoughton Health Hoeffler, Heather Ascension Wisconsin Horvath, Joanne Rogers Behavioral Health Kelsey-Foley, Kathy Aspirus, Inc. Kumar, Punit SSM Health Lee, Don Ascension Wisconsin Lindwall, Jill Wisconsin Hospital Association Livingston Thompson, Jennifer Mayo Clinic Health System Maggio, Jennifer Advocate Health Mance, Jennifer Children’s Hospital - Milwaukee Matuszewski, Jonathon Ascension Wisconsin Mayer, Quentin ThedaCare Mays, Laura Stoughton Health McCoic, Kristie Gundersen St. Joseph’s Hospital and Clinics Miller, Esteban Black River Memorial Hospital Molaska, Jan Aspirus Wausau Hospital Moore, Elizabeth The Richland Hospital, Inc. Moorman, Jason Ascension Wisconsin Murphy, Kayla SSM Health Wisconsin, Inc. Natzke, Kristin Marshfield Clinic Health System 01/04/2024 (continued on next page)

Contributors ranging from $1 to $499 (continued) Neville, Ryan Pasard, Gail Peck, Lori Penovich, Carrie Preston, Lindsey Pritchett, Jenny Quinn, Melissa Scambler, Heather Schmitz, Christopher Scrobel, Amy Serota, Steven Shannon, Christina Skibba, Lisa Stamas, Peter Statz, Darrell Stephens, Brian Sterns, Brian Tapper, Joy Theiler, Teresa Tincher, Pat Tischer, Jesse Trinkner, Steve Vandenberg, Dawn Walker, Jenna Wymelenberg, Tracy Wysocki, Scott Young, Hannah Peck, Lori Preston, Lindsey Quinn, Melissa Scambler, Heather Schmitz, Christopher Scrobel, Amy Serota, Steven Shannon, Christina Skibba, Lisa Stamas, Peter Statz, Darrell Stephens, Brian Sterns, Brian Tapper, Joy Theiler, Teresa Tincher, Pat Tischer, Jesse Trinkner, Steve Wymelenberg, Tracy Wysocki, Scott Young, Hannah

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Marshfield Medical Center - Weston SSM Health Wisconsin, Inc. Aspirus, Inc. Aurora Medical Center - Manitowoc County Gundersen Medical Foundation WHA Information Center Bellin Health WHA Information Center Stoughton Health Froedtert Health Froedtert Health Froedtert Health Aspirus Health Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - Elmbrook Campus Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative Door County Medical Center ThedaCare Milwaukee Health Care Partnership Aspirus, Inc. Aspirus Wausau Hospital Aspirus Health Wisconsin Hospital Association SSM ThedaCare Ascension Wisconsin SSM Health - St. Clare Hospital Baraboo Prairie Ridge Health Aspirus, Inc. Gundersen Medical Foundation Bellin Health WHA Information Center Stoughton Health Froedtert Health Froedtert Health Froedtert Health Aspirus Health Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - Elmbrook Campus Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative Door County Medical Center ThedaCare Milwaukee Health Care Partnership Aspirus, Inc. Aspirus Wausau Hospital Aspirus Health Wisconsin Hospital Association Ascension Wisconsin SSM Health - St. Clare Hospital Baraboo Prairie Ridge Health

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