Endowment Funds at St. John's Health
What is an endowment?
An endowment is a lasting gift to St. John’s Health Foundation that supports the future of St. John’s Health. Funds contributed to an endowment are invested, with only a portion of the earnings used annually to support critical programs, patient care, and community health initiatives.
Why give through an endowment?
Giving through an endowment ensures long-term impact, sustainability during economic challenges, and a lasting legacy that reflects your values and priorities. This approach ensures that each donation continues to grow over time, providing a stable source of funding for generations to come.
Where can I learn more about endowments?
Please click the button below to view some of our frequently asked questions or give our team a call.
Established Endowments at St. John’s Health
We are deeply grateful to the generous donors who have helped establish and grow endowments that provide lasting support for critical health care initiatives at St. John’s Health. Gifts to these endowments ensure long-term funding, helping sustain essential services and advance health care for future generations. To make a gift, please call 307.739.7512.
St. John’s Health Endowment
The St. John’s Health Endowment provides vital, unrestricted funding to support our health system’s highest priorities. Gifts to this endowment help ensure that resources are available where they are needed most.
Behavioral Health Endowment
Alison and Lewis Lee, through their family foundation, The Childress Foundation, have generously seed-funded a Behavioral Health Endowment at St. John’s Health Foundation to help offset the cost of providing psychiatry and counseling services in the community. Two major gifts from Connie Kemmerer and the Kemmerer Foundation and Noa and Ted Staryk have further strengthened the endowment, reflecting a shared commitment to expanding access to behavioral health care. St. John’s Health Foundation aims to grow the endowment to cover forecasted losses, ensuring continued access to essential services.
To learn more about the Behavioral Health Endowment, view our Behavioral Health Endowment document below.
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Make A Gift Online
Donating online is fast, easy, and secure. With just a few clicks, you can make a gift that will help us continue our work.
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Monthly Giving
The gifts we receive from our monthly donors allow us to support a variety of initiatives ranging from professional development and capital upgrades to community education and support. The future of St. John’s Health is not possible without you.
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Stocks & Securities
Instructions are available for donors who wish to make a gift via stocks, or securities. If you have any questions, please call to speak with a member of our team.
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Wire Transfer
Instructions for donors who wish to make a gift via wire transfer are available. Reach out to our team if you have any questions regarding the wire transfer process.
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Legacy Giving
Whether you are interested in including the Foundation as part of a living will or trust, or want to learn about making a tax-free gift with an IRA, we have many options available to our donors.
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Qualified Charitable Distribution
Receive certain tax benefits when donating via a QCD. This is a great way to make an impact without affecting your other retirement savings.
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Donor-Advised Funds
Donor-Advised Funds provides a simple and effective way to donate while enjoying tax benefits. If you have questions or would like more information, please reach out to our team.
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Real Estate & Property
Transferring real estate or property ownership can be an incredibly impactful way to donate to the Foundation. We would love to talk with you about this process and the impact it can make.
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Honoring Donors
The advancement of St. John’s Health is possible because of donor generosity . To express our thanks, we offer special membership to donors who are committed to the mission of St. John’s Health Foundation.
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Endowment Funds
An endowment is a lasting gift to St. John’s Health Foundation that supports the future of St. John’s Health. Funds contributed to the endowment are invested, with only a portion of the earnings used annually to support critical programs, patient care, and community health initiatives.