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What is Carolinas HealthCare Foundation?
Carolinas HealthCare Foundation serves as the primary point of contact for individual, foundation and corporate charitable support of Carolinas HealthCare System (a self-supporting, public, not-for-profit healthcare provider.) The Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Why should I contribute to Carolinas HealthCare Foundation?
Financial contributions help provide the resources necessary to maintain the highest level of excellence and patient support in our medical programs and services. Your individual acts of generosity help improve the quality of life for people in our region today and into the future.
Philanthropic gifts have always been important to Carolinas HealthCare System. Since its beginnings in 1939, gracious donors have significantly contributed to the growth and success of CHS programs and services.
How will my contribution be used?
Many donors elect to designate a hospital service or program as the recipient of their gift – to a fund that supports ovarian cancer research, or to cardiovascular rehabilitation. A donor may also choose to make an unrestricted gift to the Foundation. At the discretion of the Board of Directors, these gifts are designated for areas where needs are most critical and urgent.
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Michael L. Rose, CFRE
President and CEO
| With more than 35 years of experience in institutional advancement and fundraising, Michael is among the most experienced hospital related foundation executives in the nation. He holds a B.A. from Mississippi College, ME from New Orleans Theological Seminary and a GS from the University of Alabama. Having served for more than 20 years in his current role as chief executive of Carolinas HealthCare Foundation, Michael has led the Foundation to become a major philanthropic resource in support of Carolinas HealthCare System. Creative in his approach to leadership and growth, Michael benefits from the attributes of an entrepreneurial spirit and an appreciation of solid business practices and plans. |
 Scott Kerr, MBA, CPA
Vice President
| Scott has served as the Foundation's Vice President for over 15 years. In addition to overseeing the Foundation's financial, investment and grant-making activities, Scott works closely with and directs fundraising initiatives for cancer, cardiac and neurosciences programs, as well as other areas of medical education and research. Scott is a CPA who holds a B.A. in English from the University of Michigan and an M.B.A. from Michigan State University. |
 Electa E. McPherson, MBA
Assistant Vice President and CFO
| Electa brings more than 16 years of healthcare financial experience to Carolinas HealthCare Foundation. A graduate of Clemson University, she serves as controller and financial manager for the organization. Before joining the Foundation, Electa served as a Senior Financial Analyst for Johns Hopkins University. She provides a level of leadership and professionalism that is crucial to day-to-day operations. |
 Mae Simmons
Associate Development Officer & Manager of Development Services
| Since 1972, Mae has held administrative and professional positions, all within Carolinas HealthCare System. She currently provides administrative support for the President and Chief Operating Officer of Carolinas HealthCare Foundation. She manages the daily activities for designated Foundation Staff Assistants and assists with various projects and activities related to fundraising, children’s healthcare and other community healthcare initiatives including serving as Recording Secretary for the Carolinas HealthCare Partnership Committee and secretary for the Carolinas HealthCare Foundation board. Mae received a degree in Medical Office Administration from Central Piedmont Community College. |
 Jan Nielsen
Accounting Supervisor
| Jan holds a B.S. in accounting from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and has more than 30 years of accounting experience, the majority of which has been in the healthcare industry. She is responsible for general accounting functions at the Foundation and assists with managing offline and online financial transactions. Jan is a key player on the financial team and brings a high level of experience and proficiency to the organization. |
 M.L. Marley
Supervisor, Data Management & Donor Information
| In addition to corresponding regularly with donors, M.L. is responsible for managing donor and gift data for the Foundation. Additionally, he performs daily and monthly financial reconciliations, general ledger financial reports, and drafts and coordinates a significant portion of the Foundation’s acknowledgement correspondence for the 100 various funds held at the Foundation. Before joining the Foundation, M.L. worked at Royal & SunAlliance Insurance Co. for nine years as an underwriting assistant serving the West Coast. He holds a B.A. from Pfeiffer University. |
 Annette S. Mason
Foundation Administrator
| As Foundation Administrator, Annette serves as a member of the Foundation’s management team and as HIPAA compliance officer. She is responsible for overseeing the Foundation’s day-to-day operations and data management and donor acknowledgment process. Prior to joining the Foundation staff in 2005, Annette served in various management roles at the Charlotte Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. She holds a B.A. degree in communications from Queens University of Charlotte. |
 Akiema M. Rosado
Senior Staff Assistant
| Akiema plays a key role in the organization of data and donors at Carolinas HealthCare Foundation. She is responsible for data and donor management in the Foundation’s database software, Raiser’s Edge. Akiema graduated from the College of New Rochelle in New York with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and social services. Before joining CHF, she was the Member Service Coordinator for 11 years at Visiting Nurse Service of New York. |
 Sylvia S. Brower
Receptionist
| Sylvia has been a part of the Carolinas HealthCare System family since 1992. Her career with the system began at Carolinas Medical Center in Human Resources, where she worked for eight years before joining the Foundation's communications team. Sylvia's responsibilities also include assisting with various donor communications and coordinating internal communications within her team. Before joining CHS, she worked for 13 years at N.C. Federal Savings and Loan (currently First Citizens Bank). |
 Mark L. Griffith
Director, Children's Miracle Network
| Mark has been with Carolinas HealthCare Foundation since 2006 and serves as the Director for Children’s Miracle Network (CMN). He assists in all facets of fundraising that benefit the new Levine Children’s Hospital and oversees all Children’s Miracle Network fundraising initiatives. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Mark holds a B.A. in economics and brings strong organization and vision to his pediatric fundraising position. |
 Lindsay de Castrique
Development Officer
| Lindsay began her career at Carolinas HealthCare Foundation as an intern with Children's Miracle Network (CMN) in 2007. After gaining valuable experience, she became a full-time member of the team. In her current role, she focuses on fundraising for Levine Children’s Hospital, through the facilitation of CMN partnerships as well as the coordination of special events and other pediatric initiatives. A native Charlottean, Lindsay holds a B.S. in psychology from Davidson College. |
 Kirstin Ashford
Director, Foundation Communications
| Kirstin's professional background encompasses healthcare public relations, marketing, and advocacy, as well as advertising and fundraising. She currently directs all communications programs for the Foundation. Her roles include producing print and electronic publications, strategic planning, coordinating philanthropic groups, writing and managing a team of consultants. Kirstin works closely with the administrative team on fundraising campaigns and special projects and serves as a liaison to CHS Marketing. Prior to joining Carolinas HealthCare Foundation, she served as Assistant Director of Media Relations for Carolinas HealthCare System. Kirstin holds a B.A. in communications from East Carolina University. |
 Jean H. Fuller
Director, Fund Development
| Jean’s extensive professional background includes publishing, television management, marketing, sales, programming and community relations. While involved in an array of fundraising initiatives, Jean’s primary focus is with neuroscience research, programs and services including ALS, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease and movement disorders. Before joining the Foundation, she served as Director of Communications for WCNC-TV. A broadcast journalism graduate of the University of South Carolina, Jean demonstrates incredible fundraising talent and serves as a strong resource for the organization. |
 Kelly H. Osborne
Director of Development
| Kelly joined Carolinas HealthCare Foundation in 2007 and is responsible for major gift fundraising for Levine Children's Hospital and Carolinas Medical Center. Kelly’s professional experience includes non-profit and organizational management and fundraising. Before joining the Foundation, Kelly served as Director of Development for the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. She holds a B.S. degree in chemistry from Howard University's Honors Program. Born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina, Kelly considers herself a humanitarian dedicated to helping improve the well-being of others. |
Emily Boothcheck
Associate Development Officer
| Emily began her career at Carolinas Healthcare Foundation in 2011. Her position as associate development officer concentrates on fundraising for Levine Children’s Hospital as well as for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Emily’s professional background is predominantly fund-raising and event planning based working for other non-profits including the March of Dimes and the College of Pharmacy at University of Florida. Emily has a passion for Dance Marathon and is looking to bring her knowledge and enthusiasm to benefit local schools and colleges in the area. She graduated cum laude from University of Florida with a Bachelors of Science in Recreation, Parks and Tourism with a specialization in Event Management. |
 Cacky Allen Higgins
Senior Development Officer
| Cacky joined Carolinas HealthCare Foundation in 2008 after working as an event coordinator for the Carolina Panthers organization. She serves as team lead for the Hopebuilders 5K, one of the signature fundraisers for Levine Children's Hospital. In addition, Cacky coordinates various development initiatives, plans special events, and serves as liaison for sports-related philanthropic endeavors. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she earned a B.A. in public relations from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. |
 Jenny Barringer Burke
Senior Development Officer
| Jenny has been with Carolinas HealthCare Foundation since 2005. Her work focuses on adult cancer fundraising initiatives including the breast, lung, prostate, and skin cancer programs at CMC’s Blumenthal Cancer Center. Jenny is the point person for key corporate and community partners of CHF including the Keep Pounding Fund in partnership with the Carolina Panthers and the 24 Hours of Booty cycling event. In addition to select annual events, Jenny oversees the Cupid’s Cup 5K benefiting cardiovascular programs at CMC as well as the annual “Save Your Skin” Melanoma Golf Classic. Jenny also serves as the Foundation liaison with the Carolinas College of Health Sciences. |
 Sheri Joseph
Development Officer
| Sheri joined Carolinas HealthCare Foundation in 2008. Sheri serves as liaison to Levine Children’s Hospital Administration and focuses on fundraising initiatives for Levine Children’s Hospital, as well as participating on the Foundation’s Communication and Marketing team. She is a graduate of Houston Baptist University, where she earned a B.A. in education and a B.A. in English. |
 Joey Shevlin
Development Officer
| Joey joined Carolinas HealthCare Foundation in 2009 to lead e-philanthropy and emerging new media initiatives. A member of the Foundation’s Communication and Marketing team, Joey also manages a number of large private grants and submits federal grants on behalf of Carolinas HealthCare System. Joey’s professional experience includes non-profit program management, fundraising and marketing. Before joining the Foundation, Joey served as the Director of Marketing Services for a private consulting firm and was also the Volunteerism and Special Events Director at the University branch of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Joey holds a B.S. in health communication. |
 Claire L. Cartier
Associate Development Officer
| Since joining Carolinas HealthCare Foundation in 2003, Claire's role has grown from supporting The Children’s Fund to assisting with special projects for Foundation initiatives. In her current position, Claire works closely with the administrative team on cancer fundraising, as well as event coordination. She holds a B.S. from Wake Forest University. |
 Michele Nutsigbe
Senior Administrative Assistant
| Michele joined Carolinas HealthCare System in 1993. She provides administrative support to several Foundation development officers, directors and executives. Before her employment with CHS, Michele gained administrative experience in healthcare systems in Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Kansas City. She studied secretarial science and Gregg shorthand at West Los Angeles College. Because of her diverse knowledge of the organization, Michele assists with a variety of projects and activities supporting the Foundation’s mission. |
 Clayton S. Owens
Assistant Vice President
| Clayton joined Carolinas HealthCare Foundation in 1990. As Assistant Vice President for Grants and Contracts, Clayton serves as the director of Carolinas HealthCare System's pre-award grants process and is responsible for promoting and facilitating external funding requests for research and various other programs. In addition, he provides support for medical education and research activities. Clayton holds a B.S. from Duke University and an M.S. in library science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. |
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