The Vision
Foglia Family Named
Philanthropist of the Year
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Winter 2015
Celebration honors donor community
n inspiring program honored the Foglia family as the Alexian Brothers
Foundation’s Philanthropist of the Year and created a palpable feeling of
community and pride at the Annual Meeting and Donor Recognition Celebration on
October 26 at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Schaumburg.
“I’ve always felt a kinship to the Alexian Brothers and the devotion they have to helping
people,” said Vincent Foglia, after accepting the Philanthropist of the Year Award on
behalf of his family. “After all, what are we doing here if we can’t give back?”
Several families who received services from AMITA Health Alexian Brothers Health
System thanks to philanthropy joined a record number of donors—more than 220—at
the event. The families helped present the Foglias’ award and shared their stories and
gratitude in videos highlighting achievements that donors made possible.
“Because of you, I’m not homeless anymore,” said Kevin R., who lives in one of the
AMITA Health Alexian Brothers supportive housing programs.
Vincent Foglia with Mark A. Frey, AMITA Health and AMITA
Health Alexian Brothers Health System President and CEO.
Peyton M. shared how her behavioral health treatment helped her stop hurting herself
and change her outlook. “Mostly, it’s finally being able to continue to live my life
without feeling negative,” she said. “I’m going to get into college. I’m going to do
great things like I know I’m supposed to do.”
Long-time supporters of the Alexian Brothers Foundation
Vincent and Patricia Foglia are philanthropic leaders
throughout the community.
See photos of other award recipients in the enclosed
insert and at facebook.com/alexianbrothersfoundation.
On behalf of the Foglia Family Foundation, Vincent and Patricia Foglia accept the Philanthropist
of the Year Award presented by individuals and families who received philanthropically
supported services.
Message from Melanie
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Dear Friend of the Alexian Brothers Foundation,
n reflecting on the past year, I keep coming back to gratitude. From a Ball de Fleur this past May that
raised a record $375,000 to our recent and inspiring annual meeting that honored the Foglia family and
numerous other philanthropic leaders who make our vision come to life, there is a great deal to be thankful
for. Our Foundation Women & Children’s Hospital Board surpassed its fundraising goal in its 3rd Annual Off
to the Races. Foundation Board Members and community leaders have rallied around an exciting vision to
extend our exceptional behavioral health services to an even broader swath of the community.
Your generosity has made possible countless success stories. We’ve made an effort to convey the impact
your investment in our community has had in our recently released donor impact report, which you can
view at alexiandonorimpact2015.com. I encourage you to take a few minutes to click through the report.
Through videos, photos and stories, you can see and hear directly from individuals and families whose lives
your generosity has changed. To responsibly steward our resources, we made this year’s report 100% digital.
I sincerely hope you enjoy the content and find the format convenient, and would love to hear your feedback.
Please call us at 847.385.7300 or email alexianfoundation@alexian.net to share your thoughts.
Melanie Furlan, Vice President,
Advancement, Alexian Brothers Foundation
As grateful as I am for all that we accomplished in 2015, I am even more excited about what lies ahead in 2016. I anticipate a hugely successful
event season, kicking off with a special 30th anniversary Ball de Fleur on May 7, 2016, at the Four Seasons Hotel, followed by two golf outings
and our Off to the Races event. Event sponsors are crucial to our ability to sustain our philanthropy-dependent ministries, and I thank all of you
in advance for your generous support. Momentum around our behavioral healthcare vision will continue to build as we raise awareness of the
increasing need in our community and of the incredible services that AMITA Health Behavioral Medicine provides.
To be sure, this is a time of uncertainty in healthcare and in our state. State funding has been cut for many ministries that serve incredibly
vulnerable people, including homeless men and women, and individuals impacted by severe and persistent mental illness. More cuts are expected.
Amid this uncertainty, your generosity buoys me. Your choice to open your hearts to our mission inspires me. I hope that we can continue to
strengthen the community of benefactors that we have created together in the Alexian Brothers Foundation, and that it sustains programs of
which we can all be very proud.
The individuals and families we serve are more like us than they are different. That knowledge and that belief unite us and make the work we do
incredibly powerful. It says a great deal about you that you choose to give your resources so generously to our Foundation. Thank you for continuing
to turn toward people in our community who need our help. I wish you all the best of health and happiness throughout this holiday season and in
the coming year.
Sincerely,
Vice President, Advancement
Alexian Brothers Foundation
SAVE THE DATE
30th Annual Ball de Fleur – “Treasured Giving”
May 7, 2016 – Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago
Celebrate 30 years of giving back with pearls of charity, faith and healing. ABC 7’s Ron Magers
co-anchors Chicago’s top-rated 5 pm and 10 pm newscasts.
Magers, considered one of the most respected broadcast journalists in Chicago, will be the
master of ceremonies and auctioneer for this special 30th anniversary celebration.
For more information about sponsorship opportunities or table reservations, please contact
Julie Baker at 847.385.7304 or julie.baker@alexian.net
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Donor Recognition Celebration
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Physician Partner of the Year: Brian J. Muska, MD
lexian Brothers Foundation Board Member and Physicians Council Member William E. Noyes presented the Physician Partner of the
Year Award to Physicians Council Member Brian J. Muska, MD.
The award recognized Dr. Muska as a vital philanthropic partner
in identifying grateful patients, building donor relationships and
personally supporting the Foundation. Dr. Muska is a passionate
advocate for education and early intervention known among
patients and peers for his concern and care. He has actively
recruited physicians to become involved with the Foundation
and has been instrumental in helping one grateful family achieve
its goal of supporting individuals in need with free screenings
and services.
Alexian Brothers Foundation Physicians Council Member Brian J. Muska, MD,
accepts the Physician Partner of the Year Award from Foundation Board
Member and Physicians Council Member William E. Noyes.
Awards for Cumulative Giving
The Foundation recognized the generous donors who celebrated a milestone in cumulative giving this year:
Gold Christ the Healer Award—$25,000
Drs. Ven and Susan Aduana; Barrington Area Community
Foundation; James and Celeste Boler; Cardinal Health
Foundation; The Crown Family; The Grainger Foundation;
Lillibridge Healthcare Service; Links Technology Solutions,
Inc.; Dr. Robert and Robin Maganini; Jennifer and
Christopher Novak; Oberweiler Foundation; Paddock
Publications, Inc.; Maureen and Bennett Pastika;
Carol and Thomas Pfeifer; Cheryl and Gary Rabine;
Daniel and Kim Redmon; Schaumburg Professional
Firefighters BE; Travelliance Chicago
Ven Aduana, MD, accepting his and his wife’s award.
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Donor Recognition Celebration, continued
Awards for Cumulative Giving
Crystal Award—$50,000
Anonymous; Ascension Health; Barrington
Children’s Charities; The Grace Bersted
Foundation; Brian and Donna Burke; Connelly
Electric; Dr. Andrea and Amitava Das; Michael S.
DeLarco Foundation; David B. Dopp; Joshua and
Jessica Friess; Harper College; David E. Reilly;
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer FoundationChicagoland; Women’s HealthFirst, LLC
Aminah Abdullah and Susan Tybon accept
on behalf of Susan G. Komen Breast
Cancer Foundation-Chicagoland.
Brother Bonaventure Thelen
Philanthropy Award—$100,000
Melanie and John Furlan
Melanie Furlan accepts on behalf
of her and her husband.
Centuries of Healing Award—$250,000
AIDS Foundation of Chicago; Michael and Mary
Alice Benoit; MEA of TEAMHealth; Superior
Ambulance Service, Inc.; The Trustmark Foundation
Michael and Mary Alice Benoit
accept their award.
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Physician partners maintain the mission
Each year physicians at AMITA Health Alexian Brothers Health System
strengthen their partnership by making membership gifts through the
Saint Luke Society. Their impact is evident in their healing touch and
compassionate care for the sick. Thank you to all Saint Luke Society
members for their generosity and support:
INDIVIDUAL PHYSICIANS
Dr. Hossam H. Abdelsalam
Dr. Steven T. Adelstein
Dr. Carl J. Albun
Dr. Robert M. Arensman
Dr. Anthony Auriemma
Dr. Bruce B. Bank
Dr. Stephen P. Behnke
Dr. Peter F. Bernhardt
Dr. Mitchell Bernsen
Dr. Bryan Bertoglio
Dr. Sachin Bhalerao
Dr. Mark E. Cabin
Dr. Phillip L. Cacioppo
Dr. Eleonora Cekova
Dr. Mohinder K. Chadha
Dr. Maxim Chasanov
Dr. Mark Collins
Dr. Mark F. Curcio
Dr. Anthony D'Agostino
Dr. Christopher D'Agostino
Dr. Andrea Das
Dr. Papa De La Cruz
Dr. Plamen Dotchev
Dr. Gregory Drake
Dr. Michael Eisenberg
Dr. Geoffery Engel
Dr. Bryan Erce
Dr. Sandra Fallico
Dr. Calvin Fischer
Dr. Maribel P. Galiano-Goll
Dr. Geeti Ghosh
Dr. Bruce Greenberg
Dr. Paul J. Guske
Dr. Anita Iyer
Dr. Jeffrey Jagmin
Dr. Renu Jain
Dr. Erik Johnson
Dr. Rema Johnson
Dr. Jeejy Kalathiveetil
Dr. Charles D. Kalenowski
Dr. James M. Kane
Dr. Mitchell Kaplan
Dr. Deepak Kapoor
Dr. Naser Khan
Dr. David Kim
Dr. Valerie King-Ernst
Dr. Daniel Kuesis
Dr. Sylvia Lam
Dr. Babak Lami
Dr. Joel Lattin
Dr. Richard Lee
Dr. Steven Leibach
Dr. Reinhold Llerena
Dr. Robert Maganini
Dr. Parag Majmudar
Dr. Sonali Majmudar
Dr. Timothy W. Malisch
Dr. James B. McShane
Dr. Jeffrey Murray
Dr. Brian J. Muska
Dr. Sharon Ogawa
Dr. Michael J. Osten
Dr. Srikumar Pillai
Dr. Edwin Priest
Dr. John Prunskis
Dr. Michael J. Racenstein
Dr. Kathryn Ray
Dr. Szymon S. Rosenblatt
Dr. David Sales
Dr. Roy S. Scheck
Dr. Edward Schulte
Dr. Jerrold L. Schwartz
Dr. Bradley Shapiro
Dr. Richard Song
Dr. Dennis Spinazze
Dr. Theodore Suchy
Dr. John Sullivan
Dr. Kevin Sullivan
Dr. Patricia K. Sun
Dr. Michal Szczupak
Dr. Erwin G. Szela Jr.
Dr. Gregory Teas
Dr. Loren B. White
Dr. John Wilkerson
PHYSICIAN PRACTICES
Core Orthopedics
Elk Grove Radiology, S.C.
Northwest Gastroenterologists, S.C.
Medical Center Dental Associates, Ltd.
Suburban Surgical Care Specialists, S.C.
Women’s and Children’s Health Care Associates, LLC
Women’s HealthFirst, LLC
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Melanie Furlan
Vice President, Advancement
Julie Baker
Manager, Special Events and Volunteer Outreach
Phil Costello
Project Assistant
Emily Dagostino
Manager, Communications
Marcy Darin
Director, Foundation and Corporate Grants
Emily Douville
Manager, Research and Information Systems
Jill Hulten
Assistant Vice President, Patient Engagement
and Development Operations
Joan Matthys
Executive Secretary
Katelyn Olszak
Data and Gift Specialist
Julie Panicali
Grant Specialist
Joan Scheffler
Assistant Vice President
Alexian Brothers Foundation
The Alexian Brothers Foundation is a faith-based partnership comprised of dedicated community leaders, physicians and AMITA Health
Alexian Brothers Health System associates. We actively pursue high-impact philanthropic solutions to our community’s most pressing
healthcare needs with a special focus on healing our most vulnerable. Through the AMITA Health Alexian Brothers Health System,
we carry out the healing mission of the Catholic Church and honor the legacy of our founders, the Congregation of Alexian Brothers.
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If you would like to remove your name from future fundraising mailings from the Alexian Brothers Foundation,
please call 847.385.7366 or write: Alexian Brothers Foundation, 3040 Salt Creek Lane, Arlington Heights, IL 60005.
If you are in the hospital, someone from the Foundation would like to stop by and visit with you from time to time and
thank you personally for your gifts of time and treasure. If you do not wish to receive a visit, please call 847.385.7366.
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