CommonSpirit - Memorial Foundation

03/06/2026

What a wonderful moment!

We're thrilled to celebrate Alison Frantz, RN, from our CCU, on receiving a Caring Spirit award.

Look at that smile – it reflects the impact she has on her patients!

This prestigious award is given when a grateful patient makes a donation to the Memorial Foundation specifically to honor their caregiver's exceptional compassion and skill.

Well done, Alison!

03/05/2026

What an inspiring !

Today, we proudly present Olga Soares, RN from 1 South with our Caring Spirit award.

This prestigious honor is made possible through the heartfelt gratitude of a patient, who made a donation to the Memorial Foundation in recognition of Olga's outstanding care.

Congratulations, Olga!

03/04/2026

As the long-time leader of a local foundation, Barbara Marter is usually on the "giving" side of philanthropy. But after an unexpected health crisis, she is now a receiver of the generosity of Memorial Foundation donors.

02/27/2026

Adrien Edoo is familiar with emergency departments - both as a patient and now as a Memorial Chaplain.

02/26/2026

It's , and we're feeling extra grateful to celebrate amazing caregivers like Grace Sangster, RN! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce Grace, from Unit 2-Hixson, is a recipient of the prestigious Caring Spirit Award!

This award is truly special because it's given when one of our grateful patients makes a meaningful donation to the Memorial Foundation specifically in a caregiver's honor.

Thank you, Grace, for your compassionate care that clearly made a lasting impact. You embody the spirit of Memorial!

02/25/2026

Spring is just around the corner - and so is the 4th annual River City Ribbon Run!

Join or build your team! https://unite.chiphilanthropy.org/race2026

02/24/2026

The deadline is approaching!

MaryEllen Locher Scholarship Applications are open now through February 27th!

We are honored to continue MaryEllen Locher's legacy and support the aspirations of children of breast cancer survivors - in 2025, we awarded over $90,000 in scholarships.

Apply today at https://maryellenlocherscholarshipfund.grantplatform.com/.

02/17/2026

MaryEllen Locher Scholarship Applications are open now through February 27th!

We are honored to continue MaryEllen Locher's legacy and support the aspirations of children of breast cancer survivors - in 2025, we awarded over $90,000 in scholarships.

Apply today at https://maryellenlocherscholarshipfund.grantplatform.com/.

As we wrap the month of October, we finish off a month of raising awareness for breast cancer. CHI Memorial is committed to providing the best standard of ca...

02/16/2026

The deadline is approaching fast! Get your application in by Friday, February 20th!

Check out the easy online application here.

https://maryellenlocherscholarshipfund.grantplatform.com/

02/12/2026

✨ ! Yes! Thumbs up for Stephen Martin!

We're so proud to celebrate Stephen Martin, RN, from 6 North!

Congratulations on receiving the well-deserved Caring Spirit award.

This special award is given when a grateful patient makes a donation to the CommonSpirit Memorial Foundation in honor of the compassionate care they received.

Thank you, Stephen, for making such a difference! 💖

02/05/2026

and feeling extra grateful for hospitalist Dr. David Dodson today!

His caring spirit, compassion, and brilliant mind make a real difference.

Huge congratulations to him on receiving the Caring Spirit Award from the Memorial Foundation!

This meaningful award is given when a grateful patient makes a donation in the name of an outstanding caregiver.

Thank you, Dr. Dodson, for all you do!

02/05/2026

Our 21st annual Pink! gala was an ABSOLUTE SMASH, raising a mind-blowing $1.3 MILLION for the MaryEllen Locher Breast Center! 💖 This record-breaking success brings our total over 21 years to over $9.4 MILLION!

A HUGE thank you to the 1,150 incredible guests who filled the room and opened their hearts! Every single dollar STAYS LOCAL, directly boosting vital health services and programs for our family, friends, and neighbors right here in Chattanooga.

What does this mean for our community? 👇

Cutting-edge Care: We're getting two brand-new stand-up stereotactic biopsy machines for both Chattanooga and Georgia centers – making MaryEllen Locher Breast Center the FIRST AND ONLY breast center in the region with this technology! More comfort, better access!

Lifesaving Support: Ongoing funding for dedicated nurse navigators, mobile mammography coaches, and college scholarships for children of breast cancer patients.

This is what happens when we come together for a cause so close to our hearts! THANK YOU, CHATTANOOGA, for your unbelievable generosity and passion! 🙏

Mark your calendars: Next year's Pink! gala is Saturday, January 30, 2027! Call (423) 495-PINK (7465) or visit SupportMemorialFoundation.org for more info!