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New Executive Director Joins Wilson Health Foundation

The Wilson Health Foundation Board of Directors has appointed Jennifer Bruns as its new Executive Director.

Before joining Wilson Health, Bruns served as Student/Family Liaison for Mercer County Educational Service Center. Prior to that, she dedicated 25 years to Big Brothers - Big Sisters (BBBS) of Shelby and Darke County where she served as Executive Director for the last nine of those years.

“We are excited to name Jenny as our leader of the Wilson Health Foundation,” said Mark Klosterman, president and CEO of Wilson Health. “Her experience in aligning the passion of donors, to the needs of our healthcare system will be key to the Foundation’s continued growth. Jenny’s leadership will be important as the Foundation grows and our initiatives evolve to serve our community.”

Bruns brings a wealth of experience in the nonprofit sector. While serving as Executive Director for BBBS of Shelby and Darke County, she managed a 23 member Board of Directors, orchestrated fundraising efforts, organized special events and built strong community relationships.

“Wilson Health is known for providing high-quality healthcare throughout the region,” said Bruns. “I’m excited to be part of the team and look forward to working together to help Wilson Health impact more lives. It’s inspiring to know that there are such generous people who are dedicated to enhancing our communities.”    

To contact the Wilson Health Foundation, call (937) 498-5572 or email Jenny at jbruns@wilsonhealth.org

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2024 Impact Report

The Wilson Health Foundation is excited to present our 2024 Impact Report to you. We invite you to delve into this report, where you'll find compelling information and reflections on the investments and impacts made over years. This report highlights the collective achievements made possible through the synergy of our donors, community partners, and the Foundation itself.

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Wayne & Janice Gagermeier Nursing Scholarship

Established in 2021, this $1,000 scholarship was created to honor the memory of Wayne and Janice Gagermeier to assist any Shelby County resident interested in pursuing a registered nursing degree in obtaining this goal to help serve the community.

Wayne was a lifelong educator, who valued education and knew how life changing it could be. He also believed nurses were angels on earth, and that we need more good nurses in the world.

Janice was a nurse for over 35 years at Wilson Health. She loved her role as a nurse and was passionate about encouraging others to become nurses, even if it meant going back to school to obtain their Nursing degree.

Deadline for applications: April 5, 2024

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1930 Club

Since 1930, Wilson Health has played a vital role in caring for the people of Shelby County and surrounding areas. The 1930 Club funds are directed to the general endowment to help support the continued needs of Wilson Health and provide financial support for annual capital purchases.  This past year, funds were used to support the opening of the Wilson Health Cancer Center. 

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Foundation Board

The Wilson Health Foundation is very fortunate to have the fine men and women listed below serving as members of the Wilson Health Foundation Board.

In addition to being community-minded citizens, they are your friends and family and, on occasion, patients at Wilson Health. As such, they have your best interests at heart and work diligently giving not only financially, but also generously of their time and expertise, to ensure that the Wilson Health Foundation is governed to the very best of their ability.

 

Current Foundation Board Members

 

Mickey Hamer, Chair

Matt Hoying, Chair Elect

Brandon Simon, Secretary/Treasurer 

Mark Klosterman, President & CEO of Wilson Health

 

Zack Bosslet

Greg Dickman

Roger Fulk

Mitchell Hoying

Josh Koltak

Michael W. Lochard

Dr. Allison Pepple

Angie Ross

Brandon F. Simon

Marian Spicer

Kent Witt

 

2024 Investment Committee

The Investment Committee is responsible for the prudent management of the investment portfolio for both Wilson Health and Wilson Health Foundation.

 

Mike Lochard

Kent Witt

Mick Given

Chad Sollman

Denny Sollmann

Bruce Boyd

Phil Gilardi

Tom Middleton

Tonya Thieman

Mark Klosterman

Julie Covault

 

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Contact Our Foundation

For more information please contact:

Jenny Huelskamp, Foundation Marketing Liaison, at jhuelskamp@wilsonhealth.org or (937) 498-5540