Spring 2015 Chronicle - Joe Dimaggio Children`s Hospital Foundation

SPECIAL EDITION
SPRING 2015
Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something
to heal the body, mind, and spirit of those we touch!
“SHOW ME THE MONEY” is a legendary line from the movie, Jerry Maguire, where Cuba Gooding, Jr. shouts at his agent to do his
job and produce the salary results he desires. However, a little later on in the movie is another classic line that gets quoted less often. It is
delivered by Tom Cruise (the agent) when he says “HELP ME, HELP YOU.” These words resonate loudly with Memorial and Joe
DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations and we want to take this opportunity to translate his plea to our cause.
The purpose of Memorial and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations is to provide financial assistance to the whole of Memorial
Healthcare System. That includes helping meet the needs of each and every person, every patient, and every program. We also work with
people like you who care about improving the health and well being of the community and seek to help you make that possible.
There are so many ways in which you can work hand-in-hand with the Foundations and help us drive more resources and funding toward
the genuine needs that you may see and experience everyday in the pursuit of our mission. Many of you already do through some of the
more popularized events and experiences, and your heartfelt efforts are sincerely appreciated—especially by our patients who experience
the miracles created everyday!
Kaiden suffered from dilated cardiomyopathy, or an
inability for his heart muscle to pump sufficiently since
he was 3 months old. Now, 15 months old, Kaiden is
the 18th child since 2010 to receive a heart transplant at
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital and the first to receive
a heart from a donor with a different blood type.
Suzie was diagnosed with Breast Cancer when her
children were 4 and 8 years old. It had spread to her
bones and liver. Thanks to a clinical trial at the
Breast Cancer Center at Memorial Cancer Institute,
Suzie just celebrated her 8-year cancer-free
anniversary with her 12 and 16 year old sons!
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Leadership Roles
2
Joining Together—Group Circles
3
Special Interests
4
Special Groups
5
Dream Builders Society / Planned Giving
6
Tour de Broward
7
Foundation Special Events
8-10
Community Events
11
Charitable Gift Annuity Rates
12
Samir suffered multiple fractures to his legs, arms,
neck, spine and pelvis, as well as a traumatic brain
and spinal cord injury from a near fatal accident.
After five months of intensive inpatient care at the
Memorial Rehabilitation Institute , he learned to
walk, talk and smile again!
THIS ISSUE of the Chronicle responds to our readers’ desires to
get more involved and will highlight various opportunities with the
Foundations—some with minimal effort, some with a more personal
touch—that you may or may not have known about. Just as we all
practice patient and family-centered care where everyone is included
and welcomed as partners in the care of their loved ones, so too do
we want to practice an all-inclusive approach to finding out about
and fulfilling the multifaceted needs across Memorial Healthcare
System and the people and communities we serve.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ANY OF THE TOPICS IN THIS
ISSUE VISIT MHSFOUNDATION.ORG
OR CALL US AT
OR
JDCHFOUNDATION.ORG
954-265-3454
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Leadership Opportunities
A Leader has the capacity to translate vision into reality —Warren Bennis
Warren Bennis said, “Becoming a leader is synonymous with becoming yourself.” Everyone has the capacity within themselves to have a
vision and see it through, financial or social status notwithstanding. Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Memorial Foundations are
always looking for smart people who can see the bigger picture and can help bring Memorial Healthcare System to the next level of
enhanced care for those who have entrusted us with their health and well being. While some of these vehicles to become involved have
certain threshold requirements, none are unattainable for anyone.
Board of Directors
The volunteer Board of Directors is currently comprised
of physicians, community leaders and Memorial
Healthcare System administrators who oversee the
multifaceted operations of the Foundations. Directors
help identify resources to meet the next pressing
community challenges.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!
Mrs. Alejandra Fernandez
Mrs. Norma Kipnis Wilson
Luis Raez, M.D.
Board members were recently invited to a “hard hat” tour of the new Breast Cancer
Center set to open April 2015
Founder’s Society
Extraordinary Donors who have made gifts totaling $50,000 or
more are publically recognized on the Founders Wall and in
publication listings. Founders are afforded entrée to concierge
services at MHS facilities.
Patient Room
Contact Don Eachus,
Director of Development
for more information on
the Founder’s Society and
how you can participate
at [email protected]
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Joining Together
I challenge you to join the ranks of those people who live what they teach, who walk their talk
—Tony Robbins
The Circle of Friends is comprised of a special group of
people who lead with their hearts and follow with their
generosity by contributing $1,000 or more annually in
support of Foundation related initiatives. Every year the
Circle of Friends hosts a luncheon honoring deserving
individuals for their tireless commitment to Memorial
Healthcare System, the field of medicine, community
activism, and philanthropy.
SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Circle of Friends Luncheon
Featuring the 2015
Spirit of Healing Award Honorees and
Wasie Philanthropic Leadership Honoree
For more information contact Jackie Johnstone,
Director of Annual Giving at [email protected]
The annual Circle of Friends luncheon recognizes individuals with the presentation of
the Spirit of Healing Award and the Waste Philanthropic Leadership Award The 2015
event will honor Colleen Brooks; Andrew Cagnetta; Eddy H. Carrillo, MD, FACS;
Gene K. Glasser; Julie A. Long, MD; Paul Allen Malek, MD; and Sheridan.
The mission of the Foundations’ is closely aligned to that of physicians, as both strive to improve the
health and well being of those entrusted to our care. The Physicians’ Circle represents those doctors
who have made a $1,000+ financial commitment to support the work of the Foundations.
Physician Profile
As a physician, an employee, or supporter, how would you describe your own relationship
with Memorial Healthcare System (MHS) and the Foundations?
For Dr. Adam Blomberg, the relationship might be described as auspicious, even fated. That is
because Adam Blomberg was first introduced to Memorial at age 18 years old when he was
brought to Memorial Regional Hospital with a collapsed lung, a fractured skull, and a blood
clot on his brain. His injuries were the result of a serious car accident in which he was ejected
from the back of a minivan and landed headfirst almost 40 feet away. His mother was told he
might not make it through that first night. If he did, he might have sustained brain damage.
She was even asked if he was an organ donor. But Adam did pull through, and after a long
period of recovery and rehabilitation in the Neurological Unit, he was discharged from the
hospital with an extraordinary perspective.
Dr. Adam Blomberg said, “Every day as a doctor
I get to help save individual lives in the operating
room, and through using my past experience in
presentations to young people, I get the chance
to reach even more. But through the distinctive
means of the Foundations, I can help make a
significant impact in our community and share
my passion for MHS directly with others.”
Dr. Blomberg praises Memorial for saving his life back then, and it was his experience of being
treated at MHS for his traumatic brain injury that guided his path towards a career in medicine
as a distinguished anesthesiologist. Today, he is just as adamant about MHS. With compassion
and zeal, Blomberg is full of enthusiasm for his work, and equally as passionate about the
opportunities he says he has been given to share his outlook with others.
Through the Memorial and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations, Dr. Blomberg
channels his dedication to and appreciation of MHS with actions such as his membership in the
Physician’s Circle. He is also championing IMPACT, the new ambassador group, which is
poised to make a significant contribution – both financially and programmatically – to the
Foundations and the healthcare system as a whole.
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Special Interests
The essence of the beautiful is unity in variety—Felix Mendelssohn
The Foundations welcome people of all backgrounds, ages, and capabilities who share an affinity for our mission and want to contribute to
our work in some fashion. We try to provide an array of opportunities that appeal to many different audiences. No matter what your
interest, inclination, or area of expertise, you can find a place within Memorial and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations.
Grant-sponsored research, facility, and program
investments from external sources play an important
role in advancing the mission of the Foundations and
are necessary to enhance and expand the services and
care provided to those we touch. Formalized
opportunities through grant contracts can help shape
innovative solutions to challenges faced and keep
Memorial on the cutting edge of medical technology.
We welcome ideas and input from private, corporate,
community, and family foundation leaders that will
guide us toward greatness together.
Grants
Members of the American Cancer Society
presented a grant award of $25,000 to support
community-wide cancer screening and
education.
Dr. Deborah Kramer is the current
Hyundai Scholar Grant Award recipient
from Hyundai Hope on Wheels funding
for Pediatric Cancer Research.
Email Lisa Yalkut, Grants Coordinator at
[email protected] for more information on
grant opportunities
Kayla Truske (pictured below with Compass) was one of the cool kids who organized a fundraiser last year
for Memorial Foundation in honor of her bat mitzvah. Kayla raised money to help pay for the costs
associated with Compass and the Memorial Pet Therapy Program. Whether it is for a mitzvah
project, school effort, or extra-curricular endeavor, all kids and teens can make a real difference
through Memorial and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations!
Kid Contributions
RIGHT: Sophia (center)
collected donations at her
birthday party for the
Love Jen Fund for pediatric
cancer patients and their
families.
Kayla and Compass
ABOVE: Ben Gamla Charter
School students donated
the proceeds from their
Rainbow Loom bracelet
sale to Joe DiMaggio
Children's Hospital
Foundation.
LEFT: Students from Meg
Segreto’s Dance Studio
raised funds for Daniella’s
Journey by selling duct tape
flower pens.
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We must remember that one determined person can
make a significant difference, and that a small group of
determined people can change the course of history.Sonia Johnson
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Special Groups
LEFT: Peter and Denise Wittich graciously
hosted the Pink Angels Touch of Pink Celebration
last year at their lovely home in Fort Lauderdale
The Pink Angels of Memorial Foundation
are a volunteer group of women — many
of them breast cancer survivors —
dedicated to offering women in our
community the latest in education and
awareness on the benefits of leading a
healthy lifestyle and ensuring that the
resources of Memorial Healthcare System
are available to them. The Pink Angels
currently focus on raising funds for
genetic testing and covering the cost of
goods and services of the Image Recovery
Center for uninsured or underinsured
patients of the Breast Cancer Center of
Memorial Cancer Institute (MCI).
Contact Cristina Chediak, Director of
Development MCI at [email protected]
for more information
Inspired by Chef Michelle Bernstein
 James Beard Award Winner: Best Chef (South)
 Host of “Check Please South Florida” on PBS
 Regular guest on national TV shows such as
“Top Chef” and Good Morning America”
 Author: Cuisine a Latina
Among the many cancer-related difficulties addressed
through the Pink Angel’s activities, the newest endeavor
brings acclaimed chef, Michelle Bernstein, to MHS to
develop appealing menus and tasty recipes that will enhance
nutrition for patients on their journey to cancer survivorship.
A New Generation of Support
Memorial and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations invite you to make an
impact on the lives of others. Become a part of the next generation of
philanthropists and expand your professional and personal networks in the newly
formed Young Ambassadors group,
. Connect with a cause through our
exclusive group created to engage and bring together professionals and leaders who
are interested in philanthropy, networking and investing in their communities.
An annual membership contribution will provide an opportunity to engage in
exclusive social gatherings, fundraising events and leadership opportunities to
further our vision and mission. Your support ensures that care at the highest level is
available today, and for generations to come. If you want to connect to a cause and
make an impact, we invite you to join us.
Check Us Out: facebook.com/impactmemorial
We Are
A vision for a better future.
Connecting to change the world.
Acting today to make a difference.
Making your community a better place.
For more information,
please contact
Summer Dowler
Ehrmann, Director,
Community Development at
[email protected] or
(954) 265-3454
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Dream Builders…
a vision for the future of Memorial Healthcare System
Lewis & Virginia Ogilvie
Lew and Ginny Ogilvie were first inspired to contribute to Memorial Foundation through
the actions of their good friend, and a generous friend to the Foundation, Elsie Luhan.
Elsie was friends with Ginny’s mother and when she passed away, the Ogilvie's inherited
Elsie (and she inherited them). “Elsie would do anything and everything for other
people,” said Lew, “and, we wanted to do things for her in return.”
Elsie, along with her brother, a physician at Memorial Healthcare System, donated to the
Foundations, and this inspired Lew and Ginny to donate. After the Foundations reached
out to Elsie to get more involved, the Ogilvie’s got involved too. They are now annual
donors to the Foundations and members of the Circle of Friends giving society. They are
making a difference for the community today, tomorrow and for the future.
When Lew and Ginny were preparing their estate plan, their attorney asked them if they
were interested in any charitable organizations. In response, the Ogilvie's have bequests
in their wills to Memorial Foundation. When asked why they decided to make a bequest,
Lew and Ginny agreed, “We believe it’s important to give back to the community—and
the hospital is a vital part of the community—so, we give to the Foundation that
supports the hospital and we have a bequest in our wills to continue that giving into the
future. Besides, it’s our hospital too….where else are we going to go to get the best
healthcare, but Memorial!”
Planned
Giving
Committee
The Planned Giving Committee of Memorial and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations is a volunteer
committee of professional advisors dedicated to supporting philanthropic giving to the Foundations through
estate and gift planning that benefits not only the Foundations, but also our donors and their families.
Committee members meet quarterly to review gift acceptance and gift crediting policies, discuss trends and
opportunities for philanthropic giving, and develop educational and networking opportunities for the
community of professional advisors throughout South Florida. The heart of Planned Giving is providing the
financial vehicles to allow any donor to fulfill their philanthropic dreams of supporting the causes nearest and
dearest to them. The Foundations and our professional advisors believe these activities are an important
public service to offer the community served by Memorial Healthcare System.
“Giving back to the Community
has always been an important
priority with me and I have found
my passion at the Foundations.
This is where I have decided to
direct my Charitable energies.
Observing all the great work
done at the hospitals makes me
extremely proud that I can play a
small part in making our
community a better place for all.”
- Kenneth Bierman, Chair of
the Planned Giving Committee
and Senior Director, BNY Mellon
Wealth Management
Ken Bierman
SAVE THE DATE
Thursday,
May 14, 2015
Professional Advisory Council
(PAC) Presentation
Contact Felicia Bell, Director of
Planned Giving for more
information at
954-265-3454 or
[email protected]
The Professional Advisory Council (PAC) of the Foundations is a volunteer group of estate planning attorneys,
accountants, financial planners, trust officers, insurance specialists and other planning advisors dedicated to
supporting Memorial Healthcare System and educating the community on the benefits of charitable tax and
estate planning. PAC members are invited to participate in the Foundations’ special events as well as exclusive
engagements showcasing physicians, facilities and programs of Memorial Healthcare System.
PAC members serve as ambassadors to the Foundations.
Professional
Advisory
Council
For information about any of the philanthropic planning programs please call Felicia G. Bell, Esq., Director of Planned Giving at 954-265-3454
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Tour de Broward
In its short history, the INVICTA TOUR DE BROWARD has become one of South Florida’s most popular community events. The 6th
Annual Invicta Tour de Broward was held on Sunday, February 22, 2015 at Miramar Regional Park. With activities and fun for the whole
family, more than 5,000 attended this year with 3,000+ participating in the multi-tiered events that raised over $400,000 benefitting Joe
DiMaggio Children's Hospital.
With Invicta Watch Group returning for the third year as Title Sponsor, Tour de Broward events included a 100K & 50K cycling event, 5k
Run and 3k Family Walk. Everything provided at the event, including food, giveaways and entertainment, was donated by local businesses
and organizations. The ANF Power of Play Kids Zone provided children with multiple fitness challenges, specialized kids food and
interactive activities while keeping them busy with bounce houses and slides to add to the excitement. Participants were encouraged to do
their best by celebrity emcees including Kenny Walker from 99.9 KISS FM and Kelly Blanco from WTVJ, NBC 6.
Our sincere thanks go out to all the sponsors,
participants, volunteers and in-kind donors for
making the 2015 Invicta Tour de Broward
a huge success!
It’s not too early to start planning how you can
be a part of the 2016 event!
Email [email protected] for more information
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Foundation Special Events
When you have fun, you can do amazing things.—Joe Namath
Pictured above (Clockwise from L): Jeff
Conine on stage as emcee; Sheridan’s CEO,
Bob Coward, presenting Magic with the
2015 Award (Sheridan was the event’s Title
Sponsor); Magic with Mike Fernandez,
Chairman of MBF Healthcare Partners, L.P.,
and Ray Shipman, Manager of Memorial’s
Adaptive Sports Program; Magic hugging
Gabriella Masiello, a patient of JDCH and
Cancer survivor; Magic accepting a
basketball signed by the first recipient of
the American Icon Award, Former President
Bill Clinton, from Memorial Healthcare
System President and CEO, Frank Sacco.
The Joe DiMaggio American Icon Award is presented to an individual who represents the highest
values for which Joe DiMaggio embodied. President Bill Clinton received the first award in 2014.
This year, in the presence of nearly 1,000 guests at the Diplomat Resort & Spa on January 15, Earvin
“Magic” Johnson demonstrated why he earned his nickname as the second recipient of the award.
Mr. Marlin, Jeff Conine, served as the emcee for the evening while Mike Fernandez, a successful
businessman, philanthropist, author, and Mr. Johnson’s personal friend and business associate
introduced “Magic” to the audience.
The annual event raises funds to support Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. “Magic” demonstrated
his abilities as a fundraiser, hosting several impromptu live auctions. This year’s event raised nearly
$1,000,000 for Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Contact Craig Cohen,
Director of Sponsorship
Development at
[email protected]
for more event information
including the Joe DiMaggio
American Icon Award & how
to become involved
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2015 Conine All-Star Golf Classic Raises Over $242,000
The Conine Clubhouse is our lasting image in the community”
said Jeff Conine. Cindy and I are proud of the facility, the
fact that 800 or more families call the Conine Clubhouse home
each year, and that our events cover the cost of operations
annually.”
Frank Sacco (L), Jeff Conine, Greg Marsh, Valeria Ochoa
(Diplomat Golf & Tennis Club), Kevin Janser
THE CONINE ALL-STAR GOLF CLASSIC
CELEBRATED ITS 21ST ANNUAL EVENT
in style at the Diplomat Golf & Tennis Club on
Monday, January 21st. The event, which raises funds
to support the operation of the Conine Clubhouse at
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood,
moved to the Diplomat Golf Club following 20 years
at the same course. Jeff and Cindy Conine, Founders
of the event, announced to the audience at the
Awards Banquet following the round that the event
sold-out for the fifth consecutive year and raised
more than $242,000.
Laura Benedetto (L), Peter Stevens, Lotsy Dotsy, Larry
Ball (former Miami Dolphin)
With Calder Casino as the Title Sponsor, the event
welcomed a celebrity guest in each of the 35 teams
including Lawrence Taylor, Yoenis Cespedes, Carl
Pavano, Steve Cishek, Thomas “Hollywood”
Henderson and others. Participants had a chance to
win one of four new 2015 vehicles including a BMW,
Audi, Cadillac and Jaguar, plus all-inclusive
vacations, unique experiences and tennis and golf
packages. Each golfer also enjoyed a $200 gift
certificate for use at the Calder Casino Golf Shop.
Frank Sacco,(L) President and CEO, Memorial Healthcare
System, Dr. Gary Birken, Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
and Randy Pierce, Gerrits Construction
Nelson Fernandez (L), Al Gil, Yoenis Cespedes (Detroit
Tigers), Al Fernandez, ANF Construction
Maureen Adams, President of Calder Casino, proudly noted,
“The Conine Clubhouse is an amazing program. I have been in
the Clubhouse and understand the importance of providing a
safe, warm family-friendly environment while your child is a
patient at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, just a few feet
away.”
JDCHF Intern Devin Brown (L), Marshall Weinberg,
Conine All-Star Golf Classic Committee, JDCHF Intern
Rae Lynn Marotto
A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY
Honoring Joe DiMaggio's dedication to the health of children, Invicta created
these Special Edition Joe DiMaggio timepieces. The watches are now available
for purchase and ALL proceeds from the sales will be donated to our hospital.
Visit the sale site: http://bit.ly/1F5N0z2
John Marshall (L) Steve Geer, & Maureen Adams,
President, Calder Casino with Jeff Conine
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Annual Fairy Tale Ball hosted by the Diamond Angels
The Annual Fairy Tale Ball is hosted by the Diamond Angels of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation, a volunteer
membership group formed in 2004 to advocate for and support the efforts of Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. Since the Inaugural
Ball in the Fall of 2004, the Diamond Angels have hosted 11 events that have raised over $3.6 million dollars for various pediatric
programs and purposes including building the free standing hospital facility that opened in 2011. The event’s highlight is a signature
classic rock concert in addition to dinner, dancing, and auction. Past years have whisked attendees to far-away places such as the
African Savannah and the Great Wall of China, as well as to Wonderland with Alice, Never-Never Land with Peter Pan, and even the
Land of Oz with Dorothy.
To learn more about the Diamond Angels and how to become
involved with the next Fairy Tale Ball contact Kate Rodriguez,
Manager of Special Events at [email protected]
"I choose to give of my time to JDCHF because I find
the hospital to be a truly miraculous institution with
great service and great people who are dedicated to
treatment, but also to making the patient feel safe and
at ease, which is so rare to find these days. I am so
proud to be a part of this organization and to share my
fundraising efforts which help expand this very special
place!” - Robin Steinman, event Co-Chair
(Robin is pictured above with husband, Eric, who served
on the event committee as well. The couple have been
long-time supporters of Joe DiMaggio Children’s
Hospital Foundation)
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Community Events
We rely on our community to lend a hand and spread awareness about Memorial Healthcare System’s services and programs. Community
Events can be either a single day project or part of ongoing efforts made by an individual, group, or corporation who create an opportunity
to raise funds for Memorial or Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations. There are some general guidelines and steps for action when
gaining approval from the Foundation to hold the event and use our name and logos. No matter what size, we are truly grateful for all these
efforts! Contact Kate Rodriguez, Manager of Special Events at [email protected] for more information. Examples of community
fundraiser events include:
Broadcasting Live from the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Lobby 99.9 KISS Country raises
much needed funds for the children of our community with its Annual Two-Day Radiothon.
Tune into 99.9 KISS to hear from patients and families served by the Hospital and how you can
take part each December.
NSU Phi Gamma Delta students donated
funds raised for Joe DiMaggio Children’s
Hospital from their talent show.
Thank you to the Corvette Club of South Florida for hosting their 4th
Annual Car Show benefiting Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital! The
club has raised over $31,000 since inception of the event and will
now receive recognition on the donor wall in the hospital lobby.
The Association of Francophone Park Lake held a bingo
night with proceeds benefitting the Breast Cancer Center
at MCI.
Named South Florida’s most unique holiday event,
the South Florida President’s Council of Motorcycle
Clubs & Organizations conducts the largest
motorcycle parade in the Annual Toys in the Sun
Run with over 30,000 motorcycle participants. The
event benefits Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and
features live music, a classic car show, bike show
and good food, not to mention thousands of toys
for the hospital’s young patients and community.
The Hollybrook Men’s Golf Association’s Annual Golf Tournament
has raised more than $1.02 million over the past 20 years
benefitting Memorial Hospital West. Together, we recently
celebrated the group’s own dedication celebration of the
Hollybrook Women’s Imaging Center.
In addition, members of the group volunteer and
coordinate a weekly lunch all year round for all the
families of children receiving care at Joe DiMaggio
Children’s Hospital. We would like to give a big
THANK YOU to them for their time and to the
restaurants for their donations including: Rob’s
Family BBQ, DiSalvo’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant,
Hooters of Pembroke Pines, and Marina 84.
Pictured ABOVE LEFT: “Santa” Ed and Ginger,
from the Wings of Gold Motorcycle Club, serving
food in the Love Jen Family Support Center at the
hospital.
BELOW LEFT: The parade of motorcyclists roaring
down the street.
The Annual “Swings For Survivors” Golf Tournament raised
$45,000 this year for the Bone Marrow Transplant program.
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Board of Directors
Maureen Adams
Commissioner Jose Basulto*
Nina Beauchesne, FACHE
Steven Becker
Ray T. Berry
Kenneth B. Bierman
Anthony Bland
Susanne Cornfeld Hurowitz**
Douglas Collier, Treasurer
Melody S. Creese, Esq.
Mitchell Eisenberg, MD Immediate Past Chair
Alberto E. Fernandez, Jr.
Alejandra Fernandez
Ronald D. Finkelstein, C.P.A.**
R. Doug Gawrych, C.P.A.
Philip Glogover, M.D.
Andrew J. Greenfield, M.D.
Thomas O. Katz, Esq.
Frederick Keroff, M.D.
Jen Klaassens, Secretary
Alberto Kriger, M.D.
Chantal Leconte, FACHE*
Thomas Oliveri, 2nd Vice Chair
Cheryl Peisach
Alejandra Perez, M.D.
Luis Raez, M.D.
Zeff Ross, FACHE*
Frank V. Sacco, FACHE*
Frank Scholl, M.D.
David Schulman**
Carl Schuster, Esq., Chairman
Lawrence D. Share
Stuart Siegel, 1st Vice Chair
Srinath Sundararaman, M.D.
Marcia Tabatchnick
Ed Walls
Norma Kipnis Wilson
* Ex Officio
** At Large Executive Committee Member
Foundation Staff
Kevin R. Janser, Senior VP & Chief Development Officer
Noemi Abdur-Rahman, Data Entry Coordinator
Aleksandra (Sandy) Andrianopoulos, AP Coordinator
Felicia G. Bell, Esq., Director of Planned Giving
Jadwiga (Heidi) Bocul, Development Systems Coordinator
Cristina Chediak, Development Director of MCI
Craig Cohen, Director of Sponsorship Development
Don Eachus, Director of Development
Summer Dowler Ehrmann, Director of Community
Development
Jackie Johnstone, Director of Annual Giving
Sandra Ocampo, Executive Secretary
Kate Snyder Rodriguez, Manager of Special Events
Lisa R. Yalkut, Grants Coordinator
ENJOY THIS
SPECIAL EDITION
Compassionate Caring and Smarter Giving
LOOKING FOR A GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING?
There’s a gift that allows you to support Memorial Healthcare System’s mission to heal the body,
mind, and spirit of those we touch and receive fixed income for life, yes…for life! It’s a Charitable Gift
Annuity from Memorial and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundations.
When you transfer cash or securities to the Foundation, you receive an immediate income tax
deduction and guaranteed fixed income for life. When the annuity ends, the remaining principal
passes to the Foundation to support our programs for the future.
So lock in your rate now — and get a tax deduction for 2015.
CONTACT THE FOUNDATION FOR MORE INFORMATION: FELICIA BELL, DIRECTOR OF PLANNED GIVING
954.265.3454 • [email protected]
Charitable Gift Annuities may be established
with a minimum contribution of $10,000.
Minimum age 65.
* Effective January 1, 2012 Single Life
Single annuitant rates for ages at the nearest
birthday. Joint Annuitant Rates are also available
**Based on IRS discount rate 2.2 % values as of
11/1/2014
IMPORTANT NOTE: These examples are for
illustrative purposes only and are not intended as
legal or tax advice. Please consult your own legal
and tax advisors prior to making any material
decisions based on this data.
CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY RATES* Gift Amount $50,000
Age
Rate
Amount You Receive
Charitable
Annually for Life**
Deduction**
65
4.7
$2,350
$16,815.00
70
5.1
$2,550
$20,008.50
75
5.8
$2,900
$22,514.00
80
6.8
$3,400
$24,825.50
85
7.8
$3,900
$28,108.00
90 & over
9.0
$4,500
$31,345.00