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Foundation Board/Staff PAGE 1 Little Footprints, Big Hearts: Campaign for Avera NICU PAGE 2-3 The Avera Race Against Cancer PAGE 4 Avera Rural Cancer Advisory Board PAGE 5 One-Hundred for 100 Caring for Community: Avera Prince of Peace Opens Its Doors PAGE 6 The Guardian Awards PAGE 7 The Big Grape Sweet Sixteen PAGE 8 Year in Review PAGE 9 Donor Honor Roll PAGE 10 IN THIS ISSUE 2014-2015 ANNUAL REPORT AVERA MCKENNAN FOUNDATION

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Foundation Board/Staff Page 1

Little Footprints, Big Hearts: Campaign for Avera NICUPage 2-3

The Avera Race Against CancerPage 4

Avera Rural Cancer Advisory Board Page 5

One-Hundred for 100

Caring for Community: Avera Prince of Peace Opens Its Doors Page 6

The Guardian AwardsPage 7

The Big Grape Sweet SixteenPage 8

Year in ReviewPage 9

Donor Honor RollPage 10

I N T H I S I S S U e

2014-2015ANNUAL REPORTA v e r A M c K e n n A n F o u n d A t i o n

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AveRA MCKeNNAN FOUNDATION

from the Avera McKennan Foundation President

W. Tim Kromminga

A MESSAGE

Thank you for your support through this past year. The impact you have made can be seen every day through our patient and family experiences in a variety of areas. Your financial contributions have provided enhanced environments for Avera’s tiniest babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and aging seniors at the new Avera Prince of Peace, continued genomic cancer research for cancer patients at Avera Cancer Institute and lodging for out-of-town families at the Walsh Family village. This list goes on, which demonstrates the significance of your support!

Your support ensures our healing mission can continue serving those in need, extending the healing ministry of Jesus. Your gifts to benefit the NICU support babies and their families during one of the most critical times of their lives. The newly renovated NICU facility provides private rooms to improve the family experience, laundry facilities to allow for convenience during extended stays and access to the Women’s Center amenities and chapel to further our mission and help reduce stress during critical moments. Thank you for making these advancements possible.

The ever-changing world of cancer care continues to make strides through cutting-edge genomic cancer research. Thanks to your contributions, genomic research improves our treatment approach which ultimately leads to more lives saved. We are fortunate to have philanthropic support from partners like you who pave the way for transforming cancer care.

In conjunction with the cancer genomic research program, the Avera McKennan Foundation recently received the Community Innovation Grant from the Bush Foundation. With these funds, the Avera Rural Cancer Advisory Board was formed to aid in research and gain a better understanding of the unique circumstances of farmers when faced with a cancer diagnosis. We are excited to work with this volunteer group to glean their expertise and reduce barriers for cancer care in rural communities.

The future of health care is ever changing. Thanks to planned gifts, Avera McKennan can ensure our healing ministry will be available for future generations. Just as Helen McKennan made her planned gift over 100 years ago, we are grateful to those who have included Avera McKennan in their estate or will. Your gifts impact our communities for centuries.

Throughout our annual report you will see firsthand the impact you have made for patients and families. Whether it’s supporting an annual event, capital campaign or ensuring the mission of Avera is available for generations to come through planned giving, your support enhances the lives of the community.

Thank you.

W. Tim Kromminga, Foundation President

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W. Tim KrommingaPresident 605-322-8901 [email protected]

Robin Prunty, CPAVice President 605-322-8833 [email protected]

Joelle BrownResearch Development Officer 605-322-8902 [email protected]

Michael BrzicaDevelopment Officer 605-322-8831 [email protected]

Sarah CadyDirector of Annual Giving 605-322-8895 [email protected]

Jennifer DumkePR/Marketing Specialist 605-322-8856 [email protected]

Missy vande KieftAnnual Giving Coordinator 605-322-8832 [email protected]

Mary LaisExecutive Assistant 605-322-8900 [email protected]

Kristin McIntireData Specialist 605-322-8903 [email protected]

Jon A. OienDevelopment Consultant 605-322-8900 [email protected]

Michael SabaDevelopment [email protected]

STAFF MeMBeRS

AvERA McKENNAN FOUNdATiON

AverA McKennAn FoundAtion B o a r d o f d i r e c t o r s

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Jim Wiederrich Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith, PC

Dr. Anlee Rola, DDS Dakota Dental

Brad van Kalsbeek University of Sioux Falls

Melissa Howes Community Volunteer

Dr. David elsonAvera Medical Group Oncology & Hematology

We would like to cordially welcome our new board members to the Avera McKennan Foundation Board of Directors.

Dave Kapaska, DO Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

W. Tim Kromminga Avera McKennan Foundation

Dody Hopkins Community Volunteer

Sr. Mary Thomas Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

Thomas McDowell McDowell Financial Group

Andrew Burchett, DOAvera Health

James Reynolds, MDRetired Physician

Sandra Pay, ChairCommunity Volunteer

Jim Clark SculptureWalk Sioux Falls

Jim Woster,vice Chair Community Volunteer

to Bob Trader, Bob Baker and Mary Dally for their past service to the Avera McKennan Foundation Board of Directors.

THANK YOU

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Thank you to our loyal donors for supporting the “Little Footprints, Big Hearts: Campaign for Avera NICU.” Through your generous gifts, the new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit has officially opened its doors, continuing to provide world-class care to the tiniest members of the community.

Since 2014, the Avera McKennan Foundation has been working with generous supporters and friends of Avera to make this state-of-the-art facility a reality. Because of you, our patients and families are benefiting from numerous enhancements that include the following:• Increased capacity to 31 rooms and 43 beds to accommodate growing demands and improve efficiency.• Private rooms and enhanced amenities to improve overall family experience.• Close proximity to the chapel to provide spiritual support when needed. • Additional equipment and improved technology to ensure all babies receive the highest quality care.• Convenient location near the Women’s Center for easy access to its amenities.

a V e r a c e L e B r a t e s

ITS LATEST ADDITION

“Our stay in the NICU was a very emotional time for our family and we were blessed to have the support of the team during our stay. Thank you to all those who have shown their support and to the staff for their dedication to serving the community.”

- JODI & MATT LANGeNICU Parents

Despite efforts to stop premature labor, Tegan was welcomed into the world weighing 3 pounds, 15 ounces, and was quickly taken to the NICU at Avera. The caring staff provided comfort and reassurance during the emotional time. Today, Tegan is living a full and healthy

life and the family continues to feel blessed for the support of the amazing team during their stay. They are forever grateful to those who support the NICU.

LITTLE f o o t p r i n t s

LITTLE FOOTPRINTS, BIG HEARTS: CAMPAIGN FOR AVERA NICU

teGan LanGe

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Tom and Susan McDowellDr. Pat and Kathy McGreevyTerie McLaughlinEric and Lisa MenteleJay and Lindsey MeyersDr. Andrea Miller and Dr. Andrew BurchettKeith and Joleen MillerDr. Riyad and Rima MohamaCelebrating Emily and Alexander MuensterJoanne and Bret NewtonShannon, Eric and Emersen NielsenTim and Susie O’HaraDr. Maria and Joseph PalmquistBrian and Jill PedersonDr. Kim PedersonKevin and Laurissa PetersVikki and Steve PetersenDeann PopkesKristi PribbenowRobin Prunty and Brian HardyAshley PuetzDarren and Patty RabineWayne E. RadenbaughJeremy and Rebecca RakowiczStacy and Jason ReitmeierDr. Tommy and Luann ReynoldsAngela and Jeff RileyRuss and Jami RobersDavid and Rhonda RoeslerSara Jane RolfesJennifer and Ben RolingTony and Heidi RoosElizabeth Rowbotham, RNCMaren, Rhett and Brecken RuehleDrs. James and Amber SaloumAlicia and Ryan SanbornTim and Emily SassObadiah ScheichPaul and Koni SchillerDr. Greg and Marlene SchroederBill and Jill SchunemanDr. Jeremy and Jill ScottDr. Joseph and Andrea SeurerKeith and Becky SeversonMadelynn SkajewskiRon and Renae SkjonsbergTom and Margie SmothermanDr. Fernando and Jennifer SoaresMark and Carolyn SteinbornErin and Justin StoerahnBob and Lori SuttonJohn and Dr. Rachelle SuttonChad and Bobbi ThuryLia and Maia TiangcoDr. John and Victoria TravnicekErik and Lisa TraxlerTerry and Linda TwedtMyrl and Lois UnzelmanElizabeth Van BeekRyan and Beth Vanden BoschBrad and Dr. Carilyn Van KalsbeekJerrad and Sara Van’t HulAmanda ViauBrian and Deb WallenburgLauri WenningerJim and Karri WiederrichChris and Kristina Wildeman FamilyDr. Patricia WirtzJim and Penny Woster

$100,000 – $499,999Marlene RanceGeorge and Joan Sercl

$50,000 - $99,999Dr. Brian and Kristin KnutsonDr. Douglas and Sandra PaySioux Falls Construction, A Journey Group CompanyThe First National Bank in Sioux Falls

$25,000 - $49,999Carl and Michelle CarlsonCherie and Les HeddlestonIn honor of Peter MickelbergJohn and Penny PorterJudy Radermacher in memory of Grandson Caleb

$10,000 - $24,999Dr. Richard and Allison CrawfordDonald and Josephine DoughertyMsgr. James M. DoyleMike and Amy ElliottBoyd and Dody HopkinsHy-Vee, Inc.Dr. Rick and Kathy KooimaDrs. Amy and Brian LindamanB. Michael and Kandi R. McMenamyIn honor of Peter MickelbergGreg and Lori PopkesMr. Jerey and Dr. Kathleen SchneeklothDr. Gregory C. and Janet M. StarksDrs. David and Katherine StarksDrs. Brad and Molly UhingTom and Kathy Walsh

$5,000 - $9,999Anonymous (1)Bradley and Erin BeckDale and Judy BlauwetC. V. C. ConcreteMarius and Joy DosadoKevin and Karen DoyleAustin and Shari EichEide Bailly, LLPDavid and Julie ElsonKris Gross in honor of Ann Heiman and FamilyAnn and Ron HeimanHenk and Jessica KlopperMatt, Jodi and Tegan Lange

$5,000 - $9,999 (cont.)Drs. Kimberlee McKay and Andrew SolaresRichard MolseedDavid and Suzanne MunceDan and Jean MurphyJe and Cindy PickettDr. James and Debby ReynoldsSusan Everist ScottDr. Annie and Cody SiewertDr. Fred and Mary Stahmann Fund at SFACFDr. Christiane Maroun and Dr. Raed SulaimanDr. Jennifer and Todd TegethoffThompson Electric CompanyWade and Beth Thomas FamilyMark and Sarah Vortherms

Voyage Federal Credit UnionJackson and Victoria WangIn loving memory of Amelia Phoenix Winthers

$1,000 - $4,999Anonymous (10)Paige AndersenJana L. AndersonAutomatic Building ControlsEric and Shannon BackstromNatallie Baker FamilyAlan and Jill BarchThaddeus and Nicole BarnesIn loving memory of Briar BartelBrandon and Sadie BellBender Commercial Real Estate ServicesMichael and Michaela BertramJoseph and Jessica BierschbachLaura Bonacker, RNCMaddie Borah

Dr. Josh and Peggy BrowerDr. Kara and Corey BruningJerry and Mary BunkersBrian and Jennifer Callahan and FamilyNatasha CarlsonAdam and Molly W. ChristiansonRev Charles CimplMichael and Kimberley CogleySteve and Betty CrimNate and Mary DallyHeather and Shon DoughertyRobert and Kara DoughertyDean and Marla DziedzicCourtney and Michael EhlersLeslie and Brenda EriksonAmy FarisCy and Sandy FarnerDr. Mark and Mary Kay FauschBrian and Tiffany FayMike and Lauri FinneganDave and Mary FleckMeghan Foster

Tom and Mary Frederick in honor of Eliana JeanIn loving memory of Gabriel FriesenBrittany FrischWilliam and Gail FullerCharlie and Jane GaetzeLayth, Susan and Katelyn GrangaardDarrell and Jessica GriggsMichael and Lynne HagenJason and Mickey HarringtonStefanie, Josh, Jameson, Brynley HeidebrinkPhil and Martha HellandJennifer HirschfieldSheldon and Ciara HofmanDerek and Bonnie HollaarJohn and Anne HughesPamela Hughes in honor of Ireland HydeMeghan Hurley Gibbs and Edmund Gibbs and familyPaul JacobsenJustin and Wendy Jensen

Misty and Reid JensenKristen JohnsonThomas and Jodi JohnsonJay and Lisa JorgensonDr. Brenda KallemeynDr. Dave and Mary Ann KapaskaDrs. William and Amanda KappenmanGeoff and Elise KnoblochJason and Tricia KnutsonDanielle KoedamNancy KreminW. Tim and Kori KrommingaKelly and Susan KruseAl and Irene Kurtenbach FoundationNoel and Mary LaisJamie LammersMatt and Trisha LauterbachGeri and Clellie LembckeJordan LynnJason and Angie MaagJack and Ellie Marshman in honor of Beau Gary MerkwanJohn and Molly Mathison

*dONOR NAMEs As OF sEPTEMbER 16, 2015

ITS LATEST ADDITION

Through your gifts, we are proud to have raised nearly $2 million for the “Little Footprints, Big Hearts: Campaign for Avera NICU.” With an overall project cost of $7.2 million, the new facility features numerous amenities to match its world-class care. Thank you to all those with big hearts!*

Thank You to Our generous Donors for Supporting avera’s Tiniest Patients.

BIG HEARTS

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Over 240 teams registered for the 2015 Avera Race Against Breast Cancer.

tHAnK You For

CELEBRATING

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every year, more and more Avera Race attendees showcase their support in style with crazy costumes, fun team names and unique ways to honor those affected by cancer. Whether running in a tutu or eating a Sloppy Joe to support “Cindy’s Pink Posse,” the Avera Race continues to stir up smiles. Thank you to everyone for making this event stylish and successful!

striKe A pose racers and raisers Get creative

Whether it’s crossing the finish line, making a general contribution or volunteering your time, you play an important part in caring for the community. One hundred percent of all proceeds continue to benefit local survivors and families through a variety of ways such as:• Cutting-edge genomic Cancer Research.• Care for the body, mind and spirit with Integrative Medicine services.• Guidance and support through the Cancer Navigation Program.• Feeling strong and healthy with the Cancer Fitness Program.• Ongoing support and relationship building through a variety of Survivorship Programs.

YOu DID IT. NOW IT’S OuR TuRN.

the 27th annuaL aVera race: a soarinG successThe 27th Annual Avera Race Against Breast Cancer proves that everyone is a hero! Having raised over $400,000 to benefit the lives of the many brave cancer patients and families in our community, all who supported can take pride in going head-to-head against cancer. This year more than 5,500 participants put on their superhero capes along with numerous volunteers, sponsors and supporters. Thank you for another cancer-crushing year!

ThaNK YOu TO OuR TITle SPONSORS

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“Every oncologist has a tale of a farmer diagnosed with cancer around harvest time and the hopeless look on the face

of the patient as a treatment plan is described.”

rurAL reALiZAtionnew cancer adVisory Board BeGins GroundBreakinG outreach initiatiVe

aWaReNeSS, SCReeNINg & eDuCaTION

Thanks to a Community Innovation Grant from the Bush Foundation, the Avera Cancer Institute has developed an outreach effort to reduce barriers to treatment for rural residents of South Dakota and outlying states. To begin planting the seeds among local farmers and ranchers, a board consisting of rural residents, oncologists, community partners and Avera staff has been formed. Officially called the Avera Rural Cancer Advisory Board, its first official meeting was held on October 5, 2015. earlier this summer, board member Walt Bones invited Avera oncologists to tour his family’s grain and lifestock operation, Hexad Farms, near Parker, S.D. The physicians gained a better understanding of the lifestyle of the rural patients.

Those who work hard to feed others often find themselves in a state of starvation when it comes to cancer care. And it’s not necessarily access. The demands of traditional farm and ranch life are the main issues and serve as the driving force for this groundbreaking initiative. A farmer’s lifestyle is not always conducive to preventive health measures and treatments. This board is taking the time to explain first hand just how a rural resident lives, so Avera’s skilled team of providers can begin forming a plan to transform cancer care.

Jim Woster, co-chair of Avera’s Rural Cancer Advisory Board, worked in the livestock industry for years. His advisory board role includes listening to rural residents, whose input will inform Avera’s work to improve its cancer-related care. He and other volunteer rural residents have committed their time and energy to form this board and welcome feedback from the community and others who wish to get involved. The Avera Health System is also working to establish a new call center to provide 24/7 support to its cancer patients in the future. For more information on the avera Rural Cancer advisory Board, please call 605-322-8900.

“Regardless of their health, I think farmers are ingrained with how much is at risk

when a crop is ready to be harvested. When it’s ready to go, it’s ready to go.”

waLter Bones, farmer, hexad farms

Hexad Farms

Walt Bones

Jim Woster

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Anonymous (3)Dr. Josie and Mark AlpersDrs. Jeffery and Linda BakaDon and Donna + BoeschTom and Amy BoschNorbert and Theresa Bruggeman +Dr. Matthew and Kristina CaseyDr. Sabina ChoudhryMargaret ChristophersonDr. Daniel and Sara CrosbyPat DargerDelores Dawley +Deirdre DiMemmoCatie DoughertyPat DoughertyTim Dougherty and Karen SchreierWilliam “Bill” Dougherty +Dr. Michael ElliottDr. David and Julie ElsonJoAnn L. FaustDavid Flicek and June NuszFran Foss +Kevin and Melissa Garry

Gary and Theresa GasparKen and LaVonne GasparDr. Mark and Kim GreggDr. Christopher GregoryKristin GrossForrest Hanson +Dennis and Janelle JarabekDr. Ryan and Gretchen JeppersonDr. Joseph and Julie JordahlCathy KelloggDr. Michael and Darlene KihneDr. Rick and Kathy KooimaW. Tim and Kori KrommingaDr. Jonah LuzierDr. Thomas and Beth MastersonTom and Susan McDowellGeorge (Mac) and Helen McGuire +Richard MolseedDr. Patrick and Sandy NelsonMichael and Janice O’ConnorDrs. Matthew and Paula PardyDr. Brad and Lisa Paulson

Mike and Twila PerkinsonCharles W. and Delilah + PetersenDr. James J. Plorde and Dr. Desiree J. LangelRobin PruntyJudy RadermacherMarlene RanceDr. Daryl and Michelle RifeDave and Tammy RozenboomGreg and Pamela SandsDorothy Schultze +Don and Marcella + SchuurFred and Sandy SluneckaDr. Raed Sulaiman and Dr. Christiane MarounPatrick Sullivan +Wade and Beth ThomasCarolyn A. ThompsonMark and Sarah VorthermsTom and Kathy Walsh Dr. Randy and Suzanne WelterDr. Suzanne and Rolland WoodwardJim and Penny WosterKatherine “Katie” Wulf +

Walking in the footsteps of Avera McKennan’s legacy leaders, the community continues to be inspired from Helen McKennan and the Presentation and Benedictine Sisters’ gifts to provide quality health care. Philanthropy is the foundation of Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center. Through financial partnerships of the past and gifts made today, you are creating the future of health care for upcoming generations in your community. Thank you to the following for joining the One Hundred for 100 Planned Giving Campaign.

ONe huNDReD FOR 100 PaveS The WaY FOR The FuTuRe

Thanks to the generosity of the community, guests gathered on May 15 to mark the grand opening of the new Avera Prince of Peace. Guests toured the new facility and had a fun time “Honoring the eras” as they maneuvered through various areas of themed décor and music. Since 2013, the Avera McKennan Foundation has been raising funds to support the Caring for Community: Campaign for Avera Prince of Peace. Included in that campaign was the Focus on Faith Sacred Heart Chapel which was dedicated in honor of the late Jeremiah Murphy thanks to a generous matching gift and loyal donors. Through your gifts, more than $3 million was raised to construct the state-of-the-art facility which includes a centralized and expanded chapel, private rooms and unique Main Street concept. Today, residents, family members and staff are taking full advantage of the enhanced amenities and are thankful for the opportunity to further Avera’s mission thanks to your gifts.

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2015

Our healing ministry was built upon the pillars of

giving. In 1911, Helen McKennan willed $25,000 to

build a hospital that provides quality health care to

all, regardless of ability to pay. With the help of the

Benedictine and Presentation Sisters, Avera McKennan

Hospital & University Health became a reality. Since

then, the Gospel values of compassion, hospitality and

stewardship remain the center of the ever-growing

health system and continue to serve the community

thanks to generous donors who believe in furthering

the mission. To show our appreciation, the Avera

McKennan Foundation honored those individuals at

the annual Guardian Awards. On November 20, 2014,

guests gathered to celebrate giving. Thank you to all

past, present and future supporters for strengthening

the mission.

FoundAtion Honors pArtners in cAring At donor recognition reception

thank you to the 2014 aVera Guardian award winners!

leaDeRShIP & INSPIRaTION: heleN MCKeNNaN aWaRD

OuTSTaNDINg PaRTNeRS: CORNeRSTONe aWaRD

vOluNTeeRISM & aDvaNCeMeNT: COMPaSS aWaRD

CONGRATULATIONS TO CINDY WALSH

The Helen McKennan Award was presented to

Cindy Walsh for being a leader in our healing

ministry by inspiring and mentoring others. Her

leadership extends past the mission of Avera

McKennan to influence and impact the local

community and beyond.

CONGRATULATIONS TO WeLLMARK BLUe CROSS AND BLUe SHIeLD OF SOUTH DAKOTA The Cornerstone Award was presented to Phil Davis, who represented Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Dakota, recognizing a business that has demonstrated outstanding commitment to Avera McKennan. They have established a strong internal culture of philanthropy and displays the impact of giving.

CONGRATULATIONS TO FATHeR eD ANDeRSON The Compass Award was presented to Father ed

Anderson for his exceptional leadership skills and

for playing a key role in advancing the foundation’s

development goals. He is a vital component to

effective community fundraising campaigns.

Cindy Walsh

Father Anderson

Pictured from left: Stephanie Perry, Kathy Johnson, Theresa Brunken, Phil Davis, vicki Signor, Lisa Baier and Paula Breen

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MIleSTONeS & MeMORIeS

MeeT aveRa’S “lITTle gRaPeS”

aPRIl 82016

Our “Little Grapes” may have blown out the candles at the annual Big Grape premier wine tasting event on April 10 but their futures remain brighter than ever thanks to gifts from loyal supporters like you. For the past 16 years, The Big Grape has celebrated the lives of our tiniest patients through gifts made to benefit Avera Children’s Hospital. This year marks a special year for the event, its patients and our friends of Avera. An exclusive silent auction, wide variety of premier wine, craft beer and extraordinary cuisine added to the fun-filled social evening. Thanks to you, over $135,000 was raised to benefit patients and families right here in our community.

From bold to sweet, Avera’s “Little Grapes” have some serious personality. Each year, Avera Children’s Hospital selects a special group of children who are true champions to represent the impact and need for gifts to support The Big Grape. Thank you to our little heroes for their bravery, strength… and cuteness! Read their full stories at TheBigGrape.org.

The Big Grape continues its tradition of caring for the health of children in our community and is already packing its bags for next year’s event. Mark your calendars and be ready for a fun adventure!

bigthe

grapeS W e e t S i X t e e N !

ThaNK YOu TO OuR TITle SPONSORS

are YOU?aND maNY mOre...

hOW bOLD

bigthe

grape

TegaN lauRYN WYaTT eve

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a v e R a M C K e N N a N F O u N D a T I O N • J u l Y 1 , 2 0 1 4 - J uN e 3 0 , 2 0 1 5

Guests at Walsh Family village 6,526

Patients Served at Dougherty Hospice House 362

Wigs for Cancer Patients 457

Patient Transportation 580

Breast Cancer Support Groups 8

NICU Family Support Meetings 997

Child Life visits 1,528

Prescription Assistance 780

Home Medical equipment for Indigent Patients 50

Health Care Clinic visits 6,053

Families enrolled in Avera Reaching Kids

Integrative Medicine Programs

Arts in Healing visits 1,242

Massages for Patients 1,491

Mind-Body Class Participants 1,330

Spiritual Care visits 2,503

2014-2015 ANNUAL RePORT

2 0 1 4 – 2 0 1 5 F O u N D a T I O N D I S B u R S e M e N T S

Avera Prince of Peace $3,120,400Cancer Programs & Services $652,000Patient & employee Assistance, Charity Care $269,300Behavioral Health Services & Avera Family $226,400Reaching KidsHospice Care & Services $207,600Walsh Family village $136,500Women’s & Children’s Programs & Services $126,500equipment $60,700education, Scholarships & Grants $52,000

TOTal $4,851,400

T O T a l g I F T S $ 9, 198, 964includes gifts-in-kind, endowed and planned gifts

and pledges.

g I F T a l l O C a T I O NCapital Projects $5,169,830 (56%)

Hospital Programs $3,958,882 (43%)

endowments $70,252 (1%)

Y e A r i n r e v i e w

equipment 1%

education, Scholarships & grants 1%

Cancer Programs & Services 13%avera Prince of Peace 64%

Patient & employee assistance, Charity Care 6%

Behavioral health Services & avera Reaching Kids 5%

hospice Care & Services 4%

Walsh Family village 3%

Women’s & Children’s Programs & Services 3%

DURING THe PAST YeARLives touched

FY15 Disbursements

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BeNeFITS OFPHILANTHROCORPThe Avera McKennan Foundation is proud to have partnered with PhilanthroCorp, a national estate-planning firm that specializes in estate planning services. Recently, donors have utilized these services and have discovered new possibilities for giving.

•Simpleandconvenient•Evaluatesindividualfinancialsituations•Implementsplansbasedongoals•Noobligationorcost•Confidential

Impact“Philanthropy is really important to our family. It’s more than money, it’s what you want to accomplish. PhilanthroCorp encourages you to think through the impact. This is a great way to give back and set an example for our children.”

Discover“Going through the process of PhilanthroCorp was really a new experience for us. Our family learned a lot and realized we could provide more support in the areas we are passionate about.”

Plan“Even though the entire process was over the phone, they listened to our needs and made sure we understood the proposal. Over the course of a few months, our family had a plan for the future that we feel confident about”

To learn more about these services andutilizetheopportunitytomakeagift,pleasecontactthefoundationat605-322-8900.

OURLEGACY

Gaspar famiLy

The Gaspar Family

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non-profit orGu.s. postage

PaIDpermit no. 666sioux falls, sd

If you wish to have your name removed from the mailing list or to receive fundraising requests supporting Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center, please call 605-322-8900, email [email protected], or write to the Avera McKennan Foundation at 1325 S. Cliff ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105.

Our MissionAVERA MCKENNAN FOuNDATION

Avera McKennan Foundation1325 S. Cliff Ave. P.O. Box 5045Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5045AveraMcKennanFoundation.org

Our mission is to extend

Avera McKennan’s healthcare

healing ministry through lasting

relationships with our donors

whose stewardship and compassion

enable program innovation and

development for our friends and

neighbors we serve.