2011 Thank You Report - Froedtert Hospital

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thank
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2011 Thank You Report
DEAR FRIENDS THANK YOU
I look forward each year to this opportunity to connect Thank you for your gifts in 2011. Thank you for
with our donors through our Thank You Report. This helping us to advance patient care, clinical research
year was special. We celebrated the 30th anniversary and education in very meaningful ways throughout
thank of Froedtert Hospital with a premiere gala event. Froedtert Hospital.
you!
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t The Heritage and Hope Celebration, patients, donors,
medical professionals and supporters of Froedtert Hospital gathered
at the Pfister Hotel to pay tribute to the past and look to the future. Contents
Reflecting on 30 years of history reminds us of those leaders that
Heritage and Hope Celebration 4
created our hospital. Our future is bright because of them: my prede-
Letter from the Executive Director 5
cessor Dean Roe; individuals such as Bob Bradley, Wayne Roper, Tom
Continuing a Family Tradition 6
Smallwood, Joe Rapkin and John Doyne, and, of course Kurtis Froedtert,
Named Funds and Endowments 7
whose vision inspired this hospital more than 30 years ago.
Planned Giving 8
As for the future, I believe that the best is yet to come. Foremost
Signature Society 9
in the minds of our staff is our focus on the patient. They have put
Third Party Events 10
their trust in us and we have to fulfill it each and every day.
Strain for the Brain 5K Walk/Run 10
Fulfilling the trust is possible with the gifts of donors, the people
Community Events 11
we celebrate in this annual Thank You Report. Philanthropic support
Letter from the Board Chair 11
helps us achieve tomorrow’s vision and the vision that is 25, 30 and
Board Break-A-Thon 12
50 years from now. Our donors create our future.
17th Annual Desert Classic 13
Froedtert Hospital Foundation is an essential partner to all of our
2011 Donor Impact Report 14
staff and physicians. The funds raised by the Foundation support
programs above and beyond what our budget allows. This is especially Donor Recognition
important in this time of economic pressure and cost cutting. I am Heritage Society 16
happy to say that the Foundation raised over $4 million this year, a new President’s Advisory Council 16
level of philanthropy that is bringing great benefit to our community. Hope Society 19
Our donors and the Froedtert Hospital Foundation are a critical Gifts of Tribute 25
part of building a strong future for Froedtert Hospital. Thank you for Honorials 25
your vision and support. Memorials 27
With gratitude, Staff Giving Campaign 34
Board of Directors 35

Froedtert Hospital Foundation Staff 35
William D. Petasnick
President and CEO, Froedtert Hospital
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HERITAGE AND HOPE CELEBRATION From the
The Pfister Hotel ballroom was bursting at the seams Executive Director
with nearly 600 attendees who gathered to salute
Froedtert Hospital during the hospital’s first gala
thank event, The Heritage and Hope Celebration.
you!
potentially better ways to treat disease. Everyday I am
No other health care provider in eastern honored to work with
Wisconsin matches the breadth and the donors to Froedtert
Hospital Foundation and
depth of our work in the area of clinical
it’s a privilege to help
research. Philanthropy from efforts
them create their philanthropic vision –
like the Heritage and Hope Celebration
to help them give back to Froedtert.
is vitally important to supporting Every dollar donated is the first ripple –
clinical and translational research in a pebble dropped in a pond that expands to
its earliest, most formative stages and help many others and build the reputation of
bridging any funding gaps to ensure its Froedtert Hospital.
S After the gift is made, the Foundation
continuation.
distributes donated funds, almost a million dollars
annually, to support programs throughout the
hospital. These dollars are sometimes designated
urrounded by the elegance of the Pfister and bathed in for specific programs by patients whose lives
have been changed by the care they received
signature blue lights, guests enjoyed luxurious dining and great
at Froedtert.
company. A highlight of the evening was the presentation of three
The importance of these gifts goes beyond
Heritage and Hope Awards given for exemplary service to leaders just that dollar. Each dollar builds the hospital’s
important to the hospital’s 30-year history and continued success. reputation. Funds donated to cancer research, for
Award recipients Thomas Smallwood, J. Frank Wilson, MD, example, are important as the Clinical Cancer
and William Petasnick have made significant contributions to the Center seeks National Cancer Institute designation
as a Comprehensive Cancer Center. Plus, donations
advancement of academic medicine at Froedtert Hospital. All are
help to leverage more funds from national
leaders in the hospital and larger community, distinguished for
Attendees at The Heritage and Hope Celebration foundations and federal grants that recognize
exceptional integrity and advocacy. The recipients humbly accepted
included: (above far left) featured guest speaker the strength of our philanthropic support.
the honor after receiving heartwarming introductions from Froedtert Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as he took the stage, This ripple effect is powerful. Beginning with
Hospital Foundation board members Marcy Neuburg, MD, Jan Lennon (above left) Gevonnia Horton, Constance the immediate satisfaction of helping someone
and Geneva Johnson. The presenters offered well-deserved tributes Holman, Tanganyika Jones and Annette in need, then enhancing the reputation and
for the leaders whose vision and Westmoreland; and (above) The Wilson Family – strength of Froedtert Hospital, which encourages
commitment shaped our hospital. Frank Wilson, award recipient Dr. J. Frank Wilson additional larger donations – it’s a process that
and Vera Wilson. The Heritage and Hope Awards changes lives.
Following the awards presentation,
are pictured at far left. It begins with our donors. Everyday I have
guests were treated to some Milwaukee
opportunities to thank the generous donors
memories with former Milwaukee Bucks to the Froedtert Hospital Foundation and I’m
basketball player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. honored to do so again. Thank you to every
Diagnosed with a form of leukemia, donor to the Foundation. Your generosity inspires
Abdul-Jabbar shared his cancer story – 2011 Heritage and me and so many others, to build, achieve and
Hope Celebration promote the very best that Froedtert Hospital
particularly how new drugs made possible by medical research are
Planning Committee has to offer.
helping him live a relatively normal life – and lauded the cancer
research efforts at Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin. Bruce Block Kris Rappé
The Heritage and Hope Celebration raised more than $200,000, Jan Lennon Marina Rosenberg
David Marcus Diane Zore
which will benefit clinical and translational research – one of the
defining components of our academic mission.
Patients at Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin have Nora T. Sale, CFRE
Vice President and Executive Director
access to hundreds of clinical trials – studies investigating new,
Froedtert Hospital Foundation
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CONTINUING A FAMILY TRADITION
When Betsy Trimble became involved with Froedtert
Hospital, she’d never been a patient here. Yet, she
always knew how lucky Wisconsin is to have a hospital
thank like Froedtert “in its midst.”
you!
she “begged them to drop me off and Soon after, Betsy gave back yet
come back later.” She says, “I didn’t again, making a contribution to the
want them to have to sit all day like Skin Cancer Center. The gift, made
I had done with my mother. They through a donation of appreciated
insisted on staying so I sent them stock, was motivated by her desire
down for breakfast and on a mission for other skin cancer patients to have
to buy a lot of magazines. By the time the same “painless” day as her. She
they got back from a quick breakfast, encourages other donors to consider
I was done!” making a gift of stock. “Whether it’s a
Betsy was impressed by the care larger sum through stock, or something
she received. Relieved, she says, little that I can raid the piggy bank for,
“I worried for nothing. I was thrilled, an investment in Froedtert is an invest-
but felt very bad for my mother who ment in Wisconsin’s future and the
had such a different experience and health of its people.”
an exhausting day.”
B
etsy comes from a very philanthropic family. She jokes Named Funds & Endowments
that the family has “a fondness for hospital elevators,” having made
Named funds and endowments provide continuous support for programs at Froedtert Hospital.
several donations to name elevators. Because of Froedtert’s reputa-
Gifts may be made to any of the funds listed or a new, named fund or endowment may be created
tion, Betsy was happy to consider a gift to the new Froedtert &
according to your wishes.
The Medical College of Wisconsin Clinical Cancer Center. She was
“excited to carry on the family tradition of naming an elevator” in Mark Adams Froedtert Transplant Dynacare Endowment for Donald J. Schuenke Cancer
this very special place. She says, “To have a nurturing environment Endowment Community Health Education Fellowship Endowment
Apollo Fund for Philanthropy Catherine & Eric Jacobson Fund Molly Erin Schwab Endowment
like Froedtert to take care of people is amazing. Along with a beautiful Arthur J Balzer Cardiovascular Fund Junkerman Endowment for John B. Sendik Endowment
facility, it’s important to know that the hospital is on top of the latest BAKEN Fund for Indigent Care and Medical Education for Neuroscience
Nursing Education Bobbe Petasnick Memorial Smallwood Award Fund
research, and recruiting the best doctors from all over the country.” Charles E. Benidt Endowment Breast Cancer Fund Staff Electric Company Fund
Later, Betsy joined the board of the Froedtert Hospital for Chaplaincy Bobbe Petasnick Fund for Steger Nursing Education Endowment
Dolores Benidt Breast Cancer Fund Staff Education Russell E. Story Endowment for
Foundation. “I knew I wanted to be more involved, so I joined James C. Benjamin Family Fund Thomas A. & Lorraine M. Rosenberg Clinical Neuroscience
the board to further Froedtert’s causes and advancements. Little for Brain Tumor Research Endowment for Clinical Russell E. Story Endowment
Greg and Cathy Buck Staff Cancer Research for Nephrology & Urology
did I know that I would soon be a Froedtert patient myself.” Education Fund Paul W. Runge, MD Fund Tierney Family Fund
Betsy’s journey as a Froedtert patient began with her mother’s Gary & Krista Colpaert Fund Nora and Marc Sale Fund for Donald & Jean Turek Nursing
Curt and Sue Culver Fund Senior Health Scholarship Fund
skin cancer diagnosis and treatment at another facility. The experi- Cull Family & Royal Recognition Craig & Mary Schiefelbein Fund Mazie Froedtert Willms & Sue Froedtert
ence was not a good one. What should have been a simple procedure Inc. Fund Cancer Fellowship
took hours. Then, just a few weeks later, Betsy was diagnosed with
the same skin cancer as her mother. Betsy was not looking forward We will be happy to discuss creating or supporting a fund or endowment. A fund can be created
to the same long procedure. through a gift of as little as $20,000. Please contact Nora Sale, Vice President & Executive Director,
Betsy turned to Marcy Neuburg, MD, at Froedtert & The Medical Froedtert Hospital Foundation, 414-805-2699.
College. She heard that Dr. Neuburg “was the best” and scheduled
her surgery here. When her daughters took her to the procedure,
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PLANNED GIVING Signature Society Luncheon
Because they were dedicated Milwaukeeans, Signature Society members and special guests met in 2011 for the fourth-annual thank you
luncheon. New Signature Society members were honored, including individuals who confirmed
Don and Jean Turek knew that Froedtert’s staff
their intentions to include Froedtert Hospital Foundation in their estate plans and others who died
are some of the best in the business.
in the past year and directed gifts in their estate. We honor and appreciate their support.
thank
you!
Married for 51 years before Don’s
death in 2006, the Tureks lived in Elm
Grove for more than 50 years. Don was
known around town as a proud veteran,
loyally serving as Executive Director of
the War Memorial Center for 40 years.
Eight years before his death at age 77,
Don was diagnosed with chronic leukemia
and chose Froedtert Hospital for his
treatment. Jean, after suffering a stroke in
2005, received all of her medical care
here. The couple was grateful to medical
oncologist Christopher Chitambar, MD;
pulmonologist Elizabeth Jacobs, MD; Ann Ferge Beauprey, Carl Beauprey, Geneva Johnson, Cathy Jacobson and Tom Kirchen.
internist Benjamin Tobin Jr., MD, and
many others for their care.
Signature Society
When it was time for them to make
their estate plans, the Tureks wanted to
include Froedtert Hospital. They became Wanda Anderson Richard S. Gallagher Robert J. Mason Craig S. Schiefelbein
Neil Andrich* Jaime Glowacki Erasmo J. Mendez Mary E. Schiefelbein
members of the Froedtert Hospital Foundation Signature Society,
Arunkumar N. Badi, Ellen T. Gordon Geraldine Muhlick John C. Schlosser*
a donor recognition group for people who include Froedtert in MD, PhD Lance D. Gordon Virginia B. Murray Jack L. Schneider
Marilee Bailie Allan N. Hoeft Carol Nantkes Tina M. Schneider
their estate plans.
Beatrice A. Benidt Barbara A. Hoeft Roland G. Nehring Loraine E. Schuffler
Jean died in 2010. When it was time to select a destination for Lynn K. Boenker Lila M. Immel Sandra L. Nelson A. Regina Schulte
Margaret E. Born Vane Inthasorot Barbara Ann Nitzsche Rick Scott
their estate gift, their niece, Paula Strelitz, had this recollection:
Michael J. Brockman Geneva B. Johnson William D. Petasnick Debra J. Seitz
“A few years ago, Jean and I were touched by a single mom who Marion G. Burtard Joseph T. Johnson Thomas M. Plantenberg Jack Spector*
Robert L. Burtard MaryPat Kirchen Marjorie B. Reichert Thomas Steger
assisted in Froedtert’s Physical Therapy department and was very
Eileen Cairns Thomas L. Kirchen Elaine M. Richmond Lorraine A. Steinbacher
excited to be attending nursing school. She was such a positive, Diane L. Cirese Christine M. Krueger John R. Richmond Jane M. Steker
George T. Cirese Robert E. Kuelthau Jay H. Robertson Bonnie J. Steltenkamp
hard-working young lady.”
William K. Beau Clements Dennis J. Kuester Carol A. Roe Joseph E. Steltenkamp
From this experience, Jean developed an interest in helping William B. Coleman Paul L. Kwiecien Dean K. Roe John A. Widor
Robert E. Duea Rhonda R. Kwiecien Wayne J. Roper Mark Wiezbiskie
people without a nursing background earn their nursing degree.
Tammy L. Dumke David L. Larson, MD John S. Rosenberg Andrew J. Willms
Paula felt that this was the perfect destination for their generous Jean J. Edmunds Kathleen J. Ley Lorraine M. Rosenberg Paul F. Wolf*
Ann K. Ferge Beauprey Ralph M. Ley Marina L. Rosenberg Shirley M. Wolf
estate gift and thus it was directed to the nursing scholarship
Frank L. Fichtner Willa M. Lloyd Carol H. Rueppel Matthew P. Worman
program. Now in its sixth year, the program provides four annual Pauline L. Fichtner Judy Mandry Nora T. Sale
Janet K. Forseth Kyle Mandry Mark D. Schaefer * Deceased in 2010-2011
$2,500 scholarships to eligible staff. The scholarships are funded
Bold face = New member
entirely with contributions to the Froedtert Hospital Foundation’s
Nursing Fund. Selected applicants may use the funds to offset
tuition, books or even childcare fees. Additional nursing scholarships were department. She remembers that
Two scholarship recipients for each of the next four years will be awarded to Inderjit Pooni, Surgical assistant and knows that Jean and
honored as Donald and Jean Turek Scholars. Turek Scholars for the Intensive Care Unit, and Jessica Yanny, Don would be pleased. They would
2011-2012 academic year are Allison Bursiek, Labor and Delivery, Educational Services. be proud to know that these scholar-
pursuing her bachelor’s degree in nursing, and Kimberly Leach, Paula Strelitz recalls that day with ships will continue to benefit people
Telemetry Department, pursuing her associate degree in Nursing. her Aunt Jean in the physical therapy just like her.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS From the Board Chair
Strain for the Brain 5K Run/Walk supports
the Brain Tumor Fund.
thank
you!
Fundraising for cancer research 2011 was an
has become an important mission for exciting year for the
Mike. Raising funds through events Froedtert Hospital
Foundation. Thanks to
such as Strain for the Brain, as well as
your generous support,
personal donations to cancer research
we exceeded our goals and celebrated a record
and the Froedtert Hospital Foundation,
year, raising over $4.3 million.
are a few ways Mike has found to share Our first event of the year, the 17th annual
his ample positive energy. “For me, Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin
it’s never about personal recognition,” Desert Classic, premiered at a new location,
Mike said. “It’s about finding value in Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona. Under
the leadership of chair Mark Baumgartner, the
life’s lessons and sharing something
Desert Classic raised over $100,000 to benefit
good to help others.”
the Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin
For more information, please visit
Clinical Cancer Center.
W
www.strainforthebrain.com. Another event, the Heritage and Hope
Celebration, was held in May to celebrate the
30th anniversary of the hospital. Almost 600
guests gathered to remember our past, honor
hen Milwaukee gastroenterologist Mike Molloy, MD, was 2010-2011 three key leaders and highlight Froedtert &
Community Events
diagnosed with a brain tumor, “Mike the physician” had to adjust to The Medical College’s bright future as eastern
being “Mike the patient” – an eye-opening experience. “I had great Wisconsin’s only adult academic medical center.
Every year, organizations, friends and
support throughout. The support of doctors, nurses, friends and More than $200,000 was raised to support our
community groups gather together to raise
important mission of clinical and translational
family – that meant so much.” funds and support for the Froedtert Hospital
research.
Mike suffered a seizure when attending a medical conference. Foundation. Thanks to all of them for a job
In an effort to build on past successes and
A CT scan showed a plum-sized mass in the left frontal region of well done!
raise the bar for future fundraising efforts, the
Mike’s brain. He was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, board held a planning retreat to develop new
Beads to Prevent Breast Cancer
a malignant (cancerous) brain tumor. goals and priorities. We also welcomed three
Bone Marrow Transplant 2010 Holiday Party
After two surgeries, Mike returned to Milwaukee and plugged new board members; Marcy Neuburg, MD, of
Brian J. Hurley Fundraiser for
into Froedtert & The Medical College, where Mark Malkin, MD, Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin,
Bone Marrow Transplant
Michael J. Schroeder of Robert W. Baird and
a neuro-oncologist, managed his treatment. Board Break-a-thon, World Martial Arts Academy
Joanne Lawlis-Schulz, community volunteer.
Today, Mike is feeling good, working full time and gets MRI scans Catholic Memorial High School Math Department
I look forward to working with them to raise
annually. He credits the support he received from his Froedtert team Clinton High School Volleyball Club
the money needed to fund important programs
and support group as critical to his recovery. Festschrift honoring Stuart D. Wilson, MD across the hospital, ensuring excellence in patient
Friends of Merrill Park
Spurred by Mike’s experience, a friend, Karen Spring, resurrected care, clinical research and medical education.
Palmyra-Eagle High School Student Council
a successful walk called Strain for the Brain in Milwaukee with the Every year, I am so grateful for the donors,
Process Retail Group Bowl-a-thon
original organizer’s blessing. In 2010, organizers partnered with staff, board members and other volunteers that
Strain for the Brain 2010
work to support our mission. Thank you for your
the Froedtert Hospital Foundation to direct funds to local cancer Tosa East High School
continued leadership and support.
research and treatment. The event is now an annual fundraiser for Tosa West High School
Froedtert – an important one to raise funds for patients like Mike. West Suburban Quilters Guild
In 2011, the event raised almost $25,000.
It’s easy and fun to organize a fundraising
Beginning at Milwaukee’s Veteran’s Park, this 5K Run/Walk
event for Froedtert Hospital. Call 414-805-2699
was held on May 14. Proceeds benefited the Froedtert Hospital
to get started.
Foundation’s Brain Tumor Fund. The organizers’ goals are not only John S. Rosenberg
Board Chair
to raise funds for brain tumor research, but also raise awareness of
Froedtert Hospital Foundation
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Board Break-A-Thon supports the brain injury
rehab program at Froedtert Hospital.
thank
you!
17th Annual Desert Classic Golf Outing
T
The gorgeous Gainey Ranch Golf Club in announcer Bob Uecker shared the story of his
Scottsdale, Arizona, provided the backdrop for lifesaving heart surgeries at Froedtert Hospital.
the 17th Annual Desert Classic Golf Outing. This year marked the passing of three of
he day that Greg Phelps met Jeff and Tiffany Fisher, you could The event, held on Saturday, February 26, our dedicated participants – Ron Siepmann,
featured great golf and Froedtert friends all Jack Murray and Jim Smyth. We take our caps
say that Greg wasn’t at his best. Greg, an avid runner, was running
gathered at an oasis in the Arizona desert. off to these gentlemen who have been long-time
through Pewaukee when he was struck by a car from behind.
Presented by Irgens Development Partners, and active members of this event.
The Fishers had been following the driver for miles, with Tiffany LLC, 97 golfers enjoyed a buffet lunch and The Desert Classic has raised more than
calling the police because of his erractic driving. They watched in 18 holes of golf with challenging contests and $1.3 million to benefit Froedtert & The Medical
horror as the driver veered off the side of the road and struck Greg a margarita and cigar bar. Following golf, all College of Wisconsin Clinical Cancer Center.
from behind. Critically injured, the Fishers ran to his side and com- enjoyed views of the majestic McDowell Mark your calendar for a repeat performance –
Mountains during an awards reception, and the 18th annual event on Saturday,
forted Greg until help arrived. Greg suffered 14 broken bones and a
celebrated the high and low scores of the day. March 3, 2012.
lacerated liver, but it was his head injury that was the most severe
During the evening, Milwaukee Brewers’
after he hit and broke through the car’s windshield.
After Greg was injured, he was brought to Froedtert Hospital’s
Level One Trauma Center. It was tough going but Greg believes that 2011 Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin
it was the extraordinary care by his medical team that got him Desert Classic Committee
through. Greg spent a month in Froedtert’s Brain Injury Center and,
Mark A. Baumgartner Dan Davis David Marcus Randy L. Scoville
with expert care and compassion, fought his way to recovery.
–Chair Jami Doucette John S. McGregor Salvatore B. Sendik
The accident changed their lives. Norman Barrientos Scott Gierhahn Wendy Pajor Patrick J. Sheehy
Gary J. Colpaert Andrew Haag William D. Petasnick Gary V. Zimmerman
What began with a tragedy ended in a
Krista Colpaert Tim Jones John S. Rosenberg
new friendship. Jeff and Tiffany, members
of a New Berlin tae kwon do school, For more information, contact Julie Idzikowski at 414-805-2933 or [email protected].
wanted to help Greg and his wife Marlene
with their medical costs. A fundraising
event came to mind. Greg declined
help for himself, but decided the event He is careful to warn that he’s not his rehab team attended the fundraiser.
proceeds should help other patients at Froedtert Hospital. fully recovered and will always bear the Greg knows that the funds raised will
Over 100 people attended the event, at the World Martial Arts scars from the accident, but he’s on the benefit others in similar situations.
Academy. The Board Break-A-Thon, raised over $8,000 for the brain road again. He’s running outdoors It was a full-circle moment for Greg,
injury rehab program at Froedtert Hospital. At the event, just a few again for the first time since the and happened with his new friends,
weeks after his second surgery, Greg was invited to break a board accident. Greg credits his Froedtert family and his Froedtert team at
himself. Joking, Greg suggested that perhaps he should break it with team and was proud that members of his side.
his head. The comment underscores Greg’s humor and resilience.
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2011 DONOR IMPACT REPORT
Big and small, gifts to the Froedtert Hospital Foundation
have an impact. Here’s how major gifts and
contributions—most directed to specific areas
thank of interest—made a difference in the past year.
you!
Advances in patient care. Gifts supported: Education for staff, physicians and patients. Gifts supported:
• Renovation of Spinal Cord Injury Center patient education and • Three fellowships providing advanced training to physicians
meeting space, and the Radiology waiting area. interested in underserved specialties including cancer care and
• Recruitment of a clinical neuropsychologist with nationally the neurosciences.
recognized expertise in traumatic brain injury and sports • Four $2,500 nursing scholarships, awarded for the sixth-
concussions, in particular. consecutive year.
• Vouchers for skin and hair care products and services at the • “Grand Rounds” educational lecture series in cardiovascular
Clinical Cancer Center’s Small Stones Wellness Center. medicine, funding visits from expert physicians and researchers
• Apple iPads to facilitate cognitive rehabilitation of patients from throughout the country.
recovering from brain injury. • Staff attendance at conferences/symposia focusing on cancer
• New support groups for colon cancer and gynecologic cancer patients. nursing research, diabetes, gynecologic cancer, heart and vascular
• Staffing and supplies for Spiritual Services (formerly Chaplaincy) care, palliative care and stroke. Major sponsorship of conferences/
and the Child Life program, which assists children with a symposia in endocrine surgery and vascular access, bringing
hospitalized parent or loved one. together physicians and staff to share best practices.
• Patient and community education including sponsorship of a
Research to treat and cure. Gifts supported:
new Trauma Center educational video promoting helmet use,
• Brain imaging research to track cognitive changes in children
and informational binders and books for newly diagnosed
of parents with Alzheimer’s disease.
cancer patients.
• Research and outreach efforts focused on culturally sensitive,
breast-health education to minority women and help with Basic Needs Assistance.
facilitating breast screening plans. The Indigent Care Fund helps to support some of our patients’
• Brain tumor research on basic mechanisms of glioblastoma multi- most basic needs, including stipends for groceries and
forme, the most common, primary form of brain cancer, with the transportation. Important medical equipment and supplies have
hope that this study might yield knowledge for improving treatment. also been supported, including short-term prescription needs,
• Study of a new, antibody-based treatment for graft vs. host disease, congestive heart failure discharge kits, therapeutic pillows, scales
a major complication of bone marrow transplantation. and other items.
• A clinical research nurse manager to direct clinical trials in the
department of Urology.
• A new skin cancer research fund to provide 5-10 seed grants for
patient-centered studies.
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DONOR RECOGNITION
Jeffrey P., MD & Mary L. Schwab In memory of Joseph E. Rapkin Johnson Bank
We are pleased to recognize the support of individuals A.O. Smith Foundation Retirement Research Foundation Stella H. Jones Foundation
Staff Electric Company, Inc. Wayne J. Roper Journal Sentinel, Inc.
and organizations that give generously to the Froedtert
Lorraine A. Steinbacher John S. & Marina L. Rosenberg Joy Global Foundation
Hospital Foundation. Russell E. Story Craig S. & Mary E. Schiefelbein Antoinette A. & Matthew Keenan
Viola D. & Richard E. Vogt Estate Betty Jean Schuett Endowment Fund
Sensient Technologies Foundation Kenosha Breast Cancer Classic
Gifts or pledges made during the fiscal year 7/1/10–6/30/11 are included in Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. The Susan G. Komen Breast
this report. Gifts or pledges received after 6/30/11 will appear in next year’s thank $50,000 - $99,999 Bert L. and Patricia S. Steigleder Cancer Foundation
In honor of Tom Anderson, MD Charitable Trust The George Kress Foundation
you report. Please help us keep our records accurate by calling 414-805-7788 Apollo Fund, Ltd. Richard S. Strong Sandra Lovas-Lopez
with questions, comments or corrections. You may also e-mail us at Automobile Dealers Association of Zach E. & Helen J. Taylor P. Michael & Laurie Mahoney
Mega Milwaukee, Inc. Betsy Trimble Marcus Corporation Foundation
[email protected]. Badger Meter Foundation, Inc. David V., Sr. & Margery H. Uihlein Marcus Hotels & Resorts
In memory of Arthur J. Balzer von Briesen & Roper, S.C. Marlo Foundation Ltd.
Richard R. & Karen E. Bertrand In honor of J. Frank Wilson, MD Ronald McDonald House Charities
Alvin and Marion Birnschein Bernard C. Ziegler Family of Eastern Wisconsin, Inc.
Heritage Society Foundation, Inc. Friends of Merrill Park
Joan E. Brengel Morgan Stanley
Donors who have made lifetime contributions or pledges of $10,000 or more are
Alice M. Bush $25,000 - $49,999 John L. & Audrey J. Murray
recognized through our Heritage Society. These donors form the foundation of support Emory T. Clark Family Charitable Allen-Edmonds Shoe Corporation Parke-Davis
Foundation Altria Matching Gifts Program PDS
for the Froedtert Hospital Foundation. They are our “heritage.”
William B. & Agatha M. Coleman Lance Armstrong Foundation Process Retail Group, Inc.
Curt S. & Sue S. Culver AXA Foundation Jayne Weller Rench
In memory of John L. Doyne John A. Balzer & Jacki L. King In memory of Sara D. Renner
$5,000,000 and above $250,000 - $499,999 $100,000 - $249,999 Drive Fore A Cure James T., Jr. & Laura Barry Roche Laboratories Inc.
Kurtis R. Froedtert In memory of Mark B. Adams, MD Joyce J. Achtenhagen Estate Thomas B. & Marilyn K. Fifield Glenn H. & Kirsten J. Benidt Rockwell Automation
Ralph M. Beihoff Estate American Cancer Society Gilbane Building Company In memory of Vicki L. Bilan Roundy’s Supermarkets, Inc.
Charles E. Benidt Foundation Robert W. Baird Foundation, Inc. Leonard J. & Diana G. Goldstein The Boldt Company Charles W. & Cheryl L. Runge
$1,000,000 - $4,999,999 The Lynde & Harry Bradley Deanna Braeger Gibson L. Harris In memory of Frederick L. Brengel SBC
Dynacare Laboratories Foundation Frank G. and Frieda K. Brotz Family William & Sandy Heitz Family Briggs & Stratton Corp. Foundation Thomas F. & Kathleen B. Schrader
Froedtert Hospital Volunteer Robert W. Doucette Estate Foundation Inc. Foundation Catherine J. & Gregory B. Buck, MD In honor of John B. Sendik
Associates, Inc. In memory of Sarah M. Hegarty Dennis M. Bush Glenn & Gertrude Humphrey In memory of Kathleen Nita G. Soref
The Mazie Froedtert Willms & In honor of Molly E. Schwab Holsen Y.C. Ho Helen and Michael Chiang Foundation, Inc. Chenoweth Corby John J. & Jo Ellen Stollenwerk
Sue Froedtert Endowment JEHT Foundation Foundation Irgens Development Partners, LLC Russell M., Jr. & Susan Darrow streetcance
The Evan and Marion M&I Foundation Friends of the Medical College Glenn F. Jonas & Mary Tiller, MD Daniel L. Doerr Teerlink Family Foundation
Helfaer Foundation M.A. Mortenson Company of Wisconsin Ted D. & Mary Kellner Elizabeth Elser Doolittle James F. Tierney, MD &
Lawlis Family Fund of the Northwestern Mutual Foundation Froedtert Enterprises Dennis J. & Sandra S. Kuester Charitable Trust No. 1 Deborah M. Albers-Tierney
Greater Milwaukee Foundation In memory of Donald J. Schuenke Claire M. Gauthier Estate Ralph M., Jr. & Kathleen J. Ley The Doucette Family Donald E. & Jean M. Turek Estate
Thomas A. & Lorraine M. Rosenberg Siebert Lutheran Foundation, Inc. Greater Milwaukee Foundation MillerCoors Joseph A. Eannelli Turn-Key Homes
Ron & Laura Strain Agnes Horkan Estate Omnium Marlene M. Esser West Bend Community Foundation
Michael E. & Deborah E. Szymanczyk Johnson Controls, Inc. OutSource Inc. George P. Ewig, Jr. Estate West Foundation, Inc.
$500,000 - $999,999 US Bank Foundation Kelben Foundation, Inc. In memory of Bobbe A. Petasnick Fuchs Copy Systems Kenneth J. & Margaret L.
Johnson Controls Foundation Wisconsin Energy Foundation Howard Lutz Estate Forest County Potawatomi GE Healthcare Westphal Estate
The Robert Wood Johnson MGIC Investment Corporation Foundation Doreen J. Grzywinski Estate Frank L. Weyenberg Charitable Trust
Foundation William D. Petasnick R.F. Technologies, Inc. Hammel, Green & Abrahamson, Inc. J. David Wiggins Estate
Lubar Family Foundation In honor of William D. Petasnick Brenda Y. Hunter Jeanette M. Winkler
Louise DeCasseres Mayer August N. Renner In memory of Stephen L. Hunter B.C. Ziegler and Company
Salinsky Estate Walter Schroeder Foundation, Inc. Ziegler Family Foundation Fund
Daniel M. Soref Charitable Trust Donald J. & Joyce A. Schuenke Family
Ernest C., Jr. & Bernice M. Styberg
President’s Advisory Council
The President’s Advisory Council is a group of interested business leaders and volunteers for Froedtert Hospital.
Ronald V. Krizek Thomas K. Mayer Kevin M. Reardon Philip R. Smith
They meet quarterly to discuss advancements in care at Froedtert Hospital and issues in health care in our community. Robert E. Kuelthau George McCollough James S. Reeve, III Ron Sonntag
Members serve as advisors, volunteers, and donors. Robert A. Kufahl Anthony J. Metro Richard N. Reinbold Wayne L. Staats
Chrys Labros Frederick A. Muth, Jr. Virginia W. Riddle Richard J. Stangl
Kim Acheson Deanna Braeger Susie Gebhardt Daniel L. Johnson William J. Ladish Bradley A. Niswonger Jack Riesch David R. Strelitz
Harvey Alligood Eric Butlein Richard Gibbs Glenn F. Jonas Stephen LaDue Susan Northey Tchernavia Rocker Paula Strelitz
John E. Baker, Jr. Thomas C. Callen Theodore A. Gibbs Michael T. Jones Bruce Lefco Leif P. Nygaard Paul J. Roller Arvid R. Tillmar
William J. Berrall Mark M. Camp Scott Gierhahn William J. Kalmer Kevin M. Leissring Peter Ogden Michael Schaefer Keith Trafton
Richard R. Bertrand Carla Y. Cross Peter Gohsman Richard J. Kalscheuer Steven Leonhardt J. Lewis Perlson Todd Schaller Gerhard J. Von der Ruhr
Thomas R. Beug Daniel Cull Gary P. Grunau George A. Kapke Michael Lochmann William M. Perry Craig S. Schiefelbein Leah Vukmir
George Beyer Daniel J. Davis Jeffrey J. Hargarten David J. Keller Robert E. Long Craig Plazak Robert S. Schley, Jr. Eido M. Walny
David B. Bishop Ronald G. Dimick Greg N. Herrle Donald C. Kieffer Barbara J. Lucksinger Gloria M. Polzin William G. Schmus Roger H. Weede
Thomas C. Boettcher Panagiota G. Dobogai James M. Holcomb Adam W. Kiracofe Marc Lurie Eli Potkonjak William G. Schuett, Jr. Bernard J. Westfahl
Bruce C. Borchardt Scott G. Dolven John F. Hovel Thomas L. Kirchen Huetta H. Manion Steven M. Raasch Jon R. Schumacher Shannon M. Whitworth
David Braaten Michael R. Esser Barry N. James Joseph E. Kresl Cindi Matras Jon C. Rauser Patrick J. Sheehy Andrew J. Willms
Martin S. Matsoff Thomas A. Rave Art Smith
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Hope Society
$10,000 - $24,999 In memory of Lucille M. Foulks Melitta S. Pick Charitable Trust
Ad-Tech Medical Instrument Glenn A. & Carol J. Francke Kenneth Piefer The Hope Society recognizes new annual gifts (of any amount) to the Froedtert Hospital
Corporation Richard S. & Ann Gallagher Neil J. & Karen Pinsky Foundation – they are a key to our future. Gifts or pledges made during the fiscal year
Alexander Homes Thomas R. & Jessica A. Gallina Estate Thomas M. & Diane M. Plantenberg
Ariel Capital Management, Inc. In memory of Lois J. Gaskell In memory of Nancy Portilia 7/1/10–6/30/11 are included in this list. Gifts or pledges received after 6/30/11 will appear
Jean M. Armitage Richard M. Gaskell Peter S. & Leora L. Pruessing in next year’s report. The Hope Society list does not include pledge payments. Pledges are
In memory of Richard Armitage Mary C. Gebhard Puelicher Foundation
Astellas Pharma US, Inc. Gebhardt Foundation In memory of Marjorie M. Ramseyer recognized in their entirety in the year they are made.
Aventis Pharmaceuticals In memory of Lawrence Gebhard Ellen Razzoog
Marjorie Siebert Aylen Foundation Susie & Richard D. Gebhardt Reinhart, Boerner, Van Deuren S.C.
Katherine M. & Richard D. Bagemihl Patricia Genous Greg W. & Mary Ann Renz
$1,000,000 - $4,999,999 $10,000 - $24,999 $5,000 - $9,999
William J. Baker David L. & Karen D. George Jay H. & Caroline Robertson
Lawlis Family Fund of the Robert W. Baird Foundation, Inc. Badger Meter Foundation, Inc.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation Karl D. & Diana M. Glunz Dean K. & Carol A. Roe
Greater Milwaukee Foundation Richard R. & Karen E. Bertrand Norman & Lisa Barrientos
Kathleen M. & Marty M. Bechtel Laurence E., Jr. & Virginia P. Gooding Paul J. & Kathleen M. Roller
Alvin and Marion Birnschein Glenn H. & Kirsten J. Benidt
Kurt D. & Lori Bechthold Sandra L. Heilberger Estate Bernard W. Rose Family
Foundation, Inc. The Lynde & Harry Bradley
In memory of Charles E. Benidt Betty M. Heller In memory of Bernard W. Rose
$250,000 - $499,999 The Boldt Company Foundation
In memory of Dolores A. Benidt Kathleen & John H. Hendee, Jr. Gary C. & Mary P. Rosholt
Charles E. Benidt Foundation Center for Diagnostic Imaging Eric & Jayne Butlein
In memory of Gregg Benidt In memory of Celene Henderson RSM McGladrey Business Services Inc.
Michael E. & Deborah E. Szymanczyk William B. & Agatha M. Coleman Joseph A. Eannelli
Catherine G. Benjamin Ruth & Nathan M. Hilrich, MD Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Robert K. and Joyce R. Cope Flad Architects
In memory of James C. Benjamin In memory of David A. Holforty John Phillip & Jeanne Claire Ryan
Foundation Robert G. Friedman Foundation
Jane C. Benjamin Hydrite Chemical Co. Nora T. & Marc L. Sale
$100,000 - $249,999 J.P. Cullen & Sons, Inc. Froedtert Enterprises
Big Bend Development, LLC Dorothy Inbusch Foundation, Inc. Mary Salerno
American Cancer Society Delta Dental of Wisconsin Richard S. & Ann Gallagher
Arthur J. & Kay C. Bilan Mark F. & Susan Irgens Paul R. Sandford, MD &
Ralph M. Beihoff Estate Marlene M. Esser Hammel, Green & Abrahamson, Inc.
T. Michael & Virginia K. Bolger Catherine & Eric Jacobson Cristina Grieben, MD
Froedtert Hospital Volunteer Richard M. Gaskell HBCS
Camilla Borisch Mathews Jewish Community Foundation Sargento Foods Inc.
Associates, Inc. Genentech, Inc. Stella H. Jones Foundation
Robert B. & Elizabeth M. Bradley Richard H. Johnson Foundation Schlosser Family Charitable
Kelben Foundation, Inc. Leonard J. & Diana G. Goldstein Antoinette A. & Matthew Keenan
In honor of Diane W. Braza, MD Geneva B. Johnson Remainder Trust
Ted D. & Mary Kellner Greater Milwaukee Foundation Endowment Fund
John Budzinski Judith Wright Jones John C. Schlosser Estate
Louise DeCasseres Mayer Hydrite Chemical Co. Ralph M., Jr. & Kathleen J. Ley
C.A.R.A./Championship Auto In memory of Patrick A. Jones CG Schmidt, Inc.
Salinsky Estate Mark F. & Susan Irgens Howard Lutz Estate
Racing Auxiliary In memory of Wayne W. Justman William G. & Janet K. Schmus
Daniel M. Soref Charitable Trust Johnson Controls Foundation Tony Machi Fruits and Vegetables, Inc.
Cannon Design G. Frederick, Jr. & Susan W. Kasten Schroeder Solutions
Glenn F. Jonas & Mary Tiller, MD David J. & Melina Marcus
Center for Diagnostic Imaging KBS Construction, Inc. Donald F. Schwamb
Ronald V. & Marjorie Krizek MCW Radiation Oncology Department
Chase In honor of Ann B. Kelley Scottsdale Insurance Company
$50,000 - $99,999 David J. & Madeleine Lubar Archie and Viola Meinerz Family
Clayton & Alice Chipman Koeppen-Gerlach Foundation Randy L. & Mary J. Scoville
Frank G. and Frieda K. Brotz Family M&I Foundation Foundation Inc.
Gregory M. Coffman William L. & Margaret G. Kriegs Craig Seignemartin
Foundation Inc. P. Michael & Laurie Mahoney MGIC Investment Corporation
The David and Ruth Coleman Ronald V. & Marjorie Krizek John B. Sendik
The Evan and Marion Helfaer Marcus Corporation Foundation James J. & Laverne M. Michel
Charitable Foundation Lake Country Foundation Salvatore B. & Rosemarie B. Sendik
Foundation Marcus Hotels & Resorts MillerCoors
Gary J. & Krista D. Colpaert Mary Anne Lawlis Ronald P. & Mary Siepmann
Northwestern Mutual Foundation Daniel F., Jr. & Patricia McKeithan Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club
In honor of Robert E. Condon, MD Patrick A. & Karen M. LeSage James E. & Shirley Smart
Forest County Potawatomi George and Julie Mosher Moore Oil Company
Paul S. & Gretchen A. Connolly Rose Liederbach Philip R. & Katherine L. Smith
Foundation Family Foundation Morgan Stanley
Robert K. and Joyce R. Cope Camille A. Lonstorf Trust In memory of Norman Soref
Craig S. & Mary E. Schiefelbein Oconomowoc Area Foundation Northern Trust
Foundation David J. & Madeleine Lubar Norman and Natalie Soref
R.F. Technologies, Inc. Harold I. & Gretchen Petraske
J.P. Cullen & Sons, Inc. Dennis J., MD & Donnalyn Maiman Philanthropic Fund
Reinhart, Boerner, Van Deuren S.C. Private Bank
George D. & Pauline Dalton John C. Cooper, III & Elmer C. Spear
$25,000 - $49,999 Greg W. & Mary Ann Renz Quarles & Brady
Russ Darrow Group Inc. Pamela A. Maxson-Cooper Standard Process Inc.
Emory T. Clark Family Sargento Foods Inc. R&R Insurance Services Inc.
Dirk & Terry Debbink Alan N. & Kim L. McCollough Standard Register
Charitable Foundation Schlosser Family Charitable Bernard W. Rose Family
Robert A. & Grace DeGrand Daniel F., Jr. & Patricia McKeithan Starlight Children’s Foundation
Dynacare Laboratories Remainder Trust John S. & Marina L. Rosenberg
Mae E. Demmer Charitable Trust Merck & Company Inc. Karl Storz Endoscopy
Doreen J. Grzywinski Estate John C. Schlosser Estate CG Schmidt, Inc.
James F. & Doris K. Derse Debra L. & Jeffrey A. Metz Strain For The Brain
William & Sandy Heitz Michael J. & Margaret K. Schroeder Schroeder Solutions
Derse Family Foundation Martine D. Meyer Mark R. & Lynn G. Taylor
Family Foundation Staff Electric Company, Inc. Kristie Schuller
David M. & Carol DeSimone James J. & Laverne M. Michel Tendick Family Foundation
Irgens Development Partners, LLC Zach E. & Helen J. Taylor Nita G. Soref
Mark G. & Terry L. Doll Milwaukee Bucks, Inc. Roger R. & Susan Thrun
Journal Sentinel, Inc. Betsy Trimble Teerlink Family Foundation
Dolores M. Domanik Milwaukee Jewish Federation, Inc. A. Richard & Mary P. Tillmar
M.A. Mortenson Company US Bank Foundation Roger R. & Susan Thrun
The James E. Dutton Foundation Jeffrey T. & Kathy D. Mohr Total Comfort of Wisconsin, Inc.
National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. Wal-Mart Foundation University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Catherine Mode & James S. Eastham David H. Morris & In memory of Donald E. Turek
PDS Xanitos, Inc. Foundation
In memory of Erika M. Eaton Bethany A. Doedens Morris Lynde B. Uihlein
Ryan Companies US, Inc. B.C. Ziegler and Company We Energies
Carl & Elisabeth Eberbach George and Julie Mosher In honor of Alonzo P. Walker, MD
James F. Tierney, MD & Eric & Lois Zorn West Bend Community Foundation
Foundation Family Foundation Wal-Mart Foundation
Deborah M. Albers-Tierney Andrew J. & Linda S. Willms
James D. & Patti Ericson National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. WaterStone Bank Fund
Donald E. & Jean M. Turek Estate Ziegler Family Foundation Fund
In memory of Raymond J. Esser Roland G. & Bette B. Nehring WHA Financial Solutions, Inc.
von Briesen & Roper, S.C.
Douglas B., MD & Betsy Evans Nemschoff Chairs, Inc. Michael R. & Gina L. White
West Foundation, Inc.
Extendicare Foundation Andrew J., MD & Rosina B. Norton James B., Sr. & Elizabeth Wigdale
Joseph R. Filachek Blaine J. & Claire P. O’Connell In memory of Gary L. Williams
In memory of Ruth E. Filachek Oconomowoc Area Foundation The Windhover Foundation
Firstar Investment Research and Philip W. & Mariette C. Orth Wisconsin Hospital Association, Inc.
Management Co., L.L.C. Payne & Dolan, Inc. Xanitos, Inc.
Robert T. Foote, Sr. David B. Petasnick Gary V. & Susie Zimmerman
James L. & Nancy B. Forbes Pfizer Inc. Edward J. & Diane Zore
Elizabeth J. Forman Philip Morris Incorporated Eric & Lois Zorn
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