With the help of our generous community of donors, philanthropy has made a tremendous impact on thousands of Elmhurst patients in recent years:
- $1,000,000 for the Moxi the Robot program to support our staff by performing routine tasks like delivering medication and lab samples, allowing our nurses to spend more time on direct patient care.
- $500,000 to expand the Emergency Department to support the growing number of patients coming through our doors.
- $376,000 to support our Magnet recognized Nursing program, helping to fund new tools and equipment to keep our nurses safe, as well as provide critical education and training so they can continue to deliver care at the highest level.
- $300,000 toward the repurposing of office space to create a new, 8-bed Surgical Observation Unit for the seamless recovery of our growing number of surgery patients.
- $51,180 for IV Ultrasound vein imaging, allowing for quick and safe IV access for the patient.
- $46,825 to underwrite the Diabetes Jumpstart Your Health program.
- $26,275 for a Serenity Suite in the Family Birthing Unit to provide a place of healing for families experiencing the loss of a newborn child.
- $21,525 for our Surgical Oncology and Breast Care screening programs to improve the quality of life in recovery through rehabilitation.
- $20,000 in scholarships for our Teen Volunteers who are planning to pursue a degree in the healthcare field.
- $335 for Car Seats to help families in the Emergency Department at a critical time.
Our leadership
The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization led by a board of trustees separate from Elmhurst Memorial Hospital and Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare. Foundation board members are volunteers who live or work in the communities served by the hospital. Their personal and professional expertise provides valuable leadership.
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Trustees
- Kenneth Wegner, Chairman
- Michelle Meziere, M.D., Vice Chairman
- Valerie Cahill
- Michael Grant
- Ann Gunst
- Ryon Hennessy, M.D.
- Mike Hoffman, M.D.
- Richard Inskeep
- Ray Janevicius, M.D.
- Paul Koch
- Caron Lizzadro
- Michael Martirano, M.D.
- Edward Momkus
- Christina Morrissey
- Rich Reichert
- Daniel Sullivan, M.D.
- Daniel Welz
Board officers
- Kimberley Darey, M.D., President
Meet Ken Wegner, chairman of the Foundation Board of Trustees
Ken is president of the Jel Sert Company, makers of Fla-Vor-Ice and other refreshments, headquartered in West Chicago. He also is the School Board President of Immaculate Conception Grade School, a member of the Young President’s Organization-Chicago Chapter and coach for AYSO soccer and Immaculate Conception Grade School track.
Ken’s involvement with Elmhurst Hospital began in 1987 when he became a founding member of the EMH Foundation Special Event Committee. He joined the Foundation’s Board of Trustees in 1991 and was elected as the board’s chairman in 1995. Ken and his wife, Julia, live in Elmhurst.
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation Ambassadors
The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation's Ambassadors improve the health of our communities through their commitment to the continuing excellence of Elmhurst Hospital.
- Rich Reichert, Chairman
- Wes and Ingrid Becton
- Paul and Kristy Brown
- Jack Campbell
- Dave and Jean Carlquist
- Bob Ceddia
- John and Nada Christopher
- Jim Collins and Dr. Julie Thiel
- Tim and Julie Condron
- The Honorable Dan and Julie Cronin
- John and Alice Czyzycki
- The Honorable Lee and Pam Daniels
- Paul and Heidi Darley
- Kevin and Sarah Diamond
- Dan Gibbons
- Rob and Amy Hallberg
- Al and Carol Hogan
- Joe and Heidi Jeffery
- John and Sheri Jevitz
- Paul and Colleen Kelty
- Kal and Ann Kilgast
- Chris and Kimberly LaBounty
- Scott and Valerie LaMorte
- Diane Landgren
- Mark and Luci Lovelace
- Hugh and Mary Beth McLean
- Jim and Brenda McNamara
- Steve and Nancy Morley
- John Noldan
- Mike Regan
- Rich and Jenny Reichert
- Diane Salvador
- Eric and Kelly Stetler
- Edward and Lori Taylor
- Peter and Kristin Wilmot