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For more than 30 years, Edward Foundation has engaged the power of philanthropy to improve the health of the community by fulfilling the mission of care at Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Endeavor Health Plainfield campus and Endeavor Health Linden Oaks Hospital – Behavioral Health.

The difference we make is only possible through the generosity of our donors and partners in the community. Whether it’s investing in the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies or maintaining the excellence of our clinical team — you are making an important commitment to the health of our community.

Together, we’re creating healthier lives and providing safe, seamless and personal care for every patient, every time. Join us in transforming the future of health care in Naperville and our neighboring communities in the Southwest suburbs.

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Find the giving option that fits you

Consider the many ways to support Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Endeavor Health Plainfield campus and Endeavor Health Linden Oaks Hospital.

Make a meaningful impact

You can direct your gift to one of Endeavor Health Edward Hospital’s areas of greatest need or to a program that’s close to your heart. The foundation has many giving opportunities and will work with you to make sure your gift has the greatest impact.

Allows our foundation flexibility in responding to the area of greatest need for the hospital and patient care.

Supporting oncology patients in our state-of-the-art treatment centers in Naperville and Plainfield.

  • Breast Health Program: Supports our unique breast health navigator program, including counseling with breast health specialists and support kit of resources and supplies for women experiencing breast health issues. 

Provides a level of nationally-recognized excellence and expertise associated with academic medical centers, close to home.

Supports treatment of anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, trauma and other mental health concerns in children, adolescents and adults at Linden Oaks.

Helps us provide world-class care for diseases, disorders and injuries of the brain, spinal cord and nervous system.

Helps us get patients back to life as usual following joint replacement or spine surgery.

  • CARE Center: Supporting the healing of sexually abused children (and special needs adults) through treatment that restores healing and, if needed, the collection of evidence to end a cycle of abuse.
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit/Pediatrics: Supports treatment of children in one of only 10 pediatric critical care centers in the state.
  • Ronald McDonald Family Room: Helps us provide a haven for families with children receiving treatment.
  • SHARE Program: Supports parents and families who have suffered the loss of a child.
     
  • Breast [Cancer] Health Program: Supports our unique breast health navigator program, including counseling with breast health specialists and support kit of resources and supplies for women experiencing breast health issues.
  • OB/GYN and Women’s Health: Supports our women’s health services and our Family Birthing Centers. 
     
  • Kindness Fund: Helps us fulfill our core value of kindness by providing a gesture of support to patients who are struggling.
  • Professional Development: Supports advanced training for our nurses and contributes to our nursing scholarship program.
  • Volunteer programs: Including our animal assisted therapy dog program.
  • Well@Work: Supports our employee wellness program. 

Foundation staff

  • Susan Schultze, Interim Executive Director – susan.schultze [at] endeavorhealth.org (susan[dot]schultze[at]endeavorhealth[dot]org) | (630) 527-3884
  • Lisa Sachdev, Development Manager – lisa.sachdev [at] endeavorhealth.org (lisa[dot]sachdev[at]endeavorhealth[dot]org) | (630) 527-5934
  • Eileen Belokin, Major Gifts & Sponsorship Manager – eileen.belokin [at] endeavorhealth.org (eileen[dot]belokin[at]endeavorhealth[dot]org) | (630) 527-3918
  • Gwen Sanford, Foundation Database Administrator – gwen.sanford [at] endeavorhealth.org (gwen[dot]sanford[at]endeavorhealth[dot]org) | (630) 527-5187
  • General Foundation number | (630) 527-3954

Our volunteer board of directors works closely with the hospital, civic and business leaders and community organizations to identify philanthropic opportunities and ensure that your contributions are invested in a meaningful and ethical manner.

Board of Trustees

  • Louis Sands, Chairperson
  • Bill Mitchell, Vice-Chairperson
  • Richard Anderson, MD
  • Tom Caplis
  • Alice Chin
  • Zareen Hassan
  • Peter Krug
  • Beth Kubacki
  • Ryan Kubacki
  • Mina Setork
  • Oriana Van Someren
  • Daryl Wilson, MD
  • Yvette Saba, President, Edward Hospital, Ex-Officio
  • David Yeh, MD

Officers

  • Louis Sands, Chairperson
  • Bill Mitchell, Vice-Chairperson
  • Angela Laiche, Treasurer
  • Shivani Bautista, Secretary

FAQs about giving

Yes. The Edward Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (Tax ID #36-3723705).

Yes. Contact the Edward Foundation for instructions and assistance at (630) 527-3954.

You can designate your gift in honor of someone during the donation process or contact the Foundation.

Yes. All donations remain within the Endeavor Health Edward Hospital service region.

Donor recognition

  • The Edward Foundation donor wall recognizes gifts of $1,000 or more
  • Legacy Society honors those who include Edward Foundation in their will or estate plans
  • Lifetime Giving recognizes cumulative contributions of $100,000 or more
  • Special recognition available for gifts of $25,000 or more

Contact us

Please call the foundation for information at (630) 527-3954.

 

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Your gift supports the programs and services that matter most to you.

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