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Over the last year, the Foundation has distributed more than $27 million to support Lee Health’s mission.

Philanthropic resource for Lee Health, partnering with individuals and organizations, to establish, expand and enhance innovative, lifesaving and preventative programs. Lee Health Foundation raises philanthropic dollars on behalf of private nonprofit Lee Health to establish, expand and enhance innovative, lifesaving and preventative programs. The Foundation provides financial support for all five Lee Health hospitals including Golisano Children’s Hospital and Lee Health Fort Myers, opening late 2027, as well as many service areas including Lee Health Cancer Institute, Lee Health Coconut Point, Lee Health Heart Institute, Lee Health Hospital at Home, Lee Health Musculoskeletal Institute, and Community Health Clinics. Please visit LeeHealthFoundation.org or call 239-343-6950 for more information about the role of Lee Health philanthropy in Southwest Florida. LEE HEALTH FOUNDATION’S STATE REGISTRATION NUMBER IS CH14406. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR AT WWW.FLORIDACONSUMERHELP.COM. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.

12/03/2025

At Lee Health Foundation, our team is inspired every day by the moments that matter both in our work and in our lives. For Alex Rivero, associate director of development, one moment this year captured the heart of why he does what he does.

As Alex shared:
"For me, it was being able to do meaningful work while spending time with my family. I love this picture. I took my son out on visits, and I remember a man named Tom Brady (not THAT Tom Brady 🏈) asking if he could pick my son up for a photo. Before I could say anything, my son said "yes!". It was a fun day out and a reminder of how special this work can be."

Alex’s experience reflects the balance of purpose, community, and family that drives our mission forward.

We are grateful for the people who make Lee Health Foundation what it is and for the moments that shape our year.

12/02/2025

From four rooms and ten beds to more than 1,800 — our story began in 1916 when community members came together with just $300 and a dream to bring healthcare to Fort Myers.

Today, Lee Health has more than 2 million patient contacts every year — caring for our neighbors, friends, and families across Southwest Florida.

Because from the very beginning, this has always been about you.

Every moment of care, comfort, and recovery is made possible through community support. Your gift ensures we can keep delivering lifesaving care close to home for generations to come.

One moment can change everything.
What will your moment be?

12/01/2025

More birthdays. More bike rides. More milestones. More moments that matter.

When you give to Lee Health, you help families across Southwest Florida access the high quality care they need to celebrate life’s most meaningful moments. Your support fuels innovation, strengthens community health, and ensures that compassionate care is available when it matters most.

11/26/2025

Our team celebrates every moment your support makes possible for families across Southwest Florida. This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for the meaningful impact you create each day.

Please note: Our office will be closed tomorrow in observance of Thanksgiving and will reopen on Friday, Nov. 28. Thank you for being part of our community of care!

11/25/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week’s Robotics Donor Insider event at HealthPark Medical Center!

Our community of supporters got an inside look at the future of innovative, patient-centered cardiac care at Lee Health Heart Institute, and the exciting progress ahead.

Guests heard directly from Dr. Daniel O’Hair about the expanding possibilities of robotic mitral valve surgery, followed by a behind-the-scenes tour of our operating rooms with Dr. Juan Ibarra.

Donors even had the chance to test one of our DaVinci surgical robots, seeing firsthand how robotic technology is transforming precision, reducing recovery times, and improving outcomes for patients across Southwest Florida.

Thank you for believing in the future of advanced cardiac care at Lee Health!

11/24/2025

Last Thursday, we came together to celebrate the generosity of our donors, partners, and champions of care at Evening of Appreciation. More than 400 supporters joined us to recognize the impact philanthropy has on healthcare in Southwest Florida!

During the event, we presented three humanitarian awards that recognize extraordinary leadership and dedication to our mission. Tom Golisano was honored with the Frank Haskell Humanitarian Award, Erica Dayton accepted the award on his behalf. Dr. Emad Salman, Chief Physician Executive and VP of Operations at Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida, received the inaugural Physician Champion of Philanthropy Award, and Reverend Denise Sawyer, System Director of Spiritual Services for Lee Health, received the inaugural Clinician Champion of Philanthropy Award.

It was a night to reflect on the generosity and commitment that make better healthcare possible for families across our community. Thank you to Flad Architects and Skanska for sponsoring this special evening and helping us celebrate the people who make our mission possible.

11/19/2025

Anne Frazier, system director of development for Lee Health Foundation, is a cancer survivor.

Following a routine heart scan in March of this year, Anne’s care team uncovered a suspicious lung nodule. The diagnosis was surprising—lung cancer.

For Anne, who exercises daily and has never smoked, this discovery was a shock. There were no warning signs, but Anne's care team moved with speed and precision.

She met with Dr. Leandro Moraes, a board-certified oncologist at the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Cancer Clinic in Bonita Springs, where she learned that surgery alone might be enough to cure her.

On April 14, just weeks after learning she had cancer, Anne underwent a robotic lobectomy to remove the lower lobe of her right lung. The surgery successfully removed all the cancer, meaning she avoided radiation or chemotherapy treatments.

"I've always told donors how their gifts help others," she said. "And now I'm standing here as the beneficiary of such gifts.”

Among the gifts Anne received: services at the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Cancer Clinic close to her home, and the ION bronchoscopy and robotic surgery—the very clinic, technologies and programs funded through Lee Health Foundation.

Anne is now cancer-free and back to her daily life—grateful and more connected than ever to the mission she's long served. Leave a 💙 to support people like Anne during National Lung Cancer Awareness Month!

11/14/2025

This morning, Lee Health Foundation hosted the first Board of Trustees meeting of fiscal year 2026! We were excited to welcome our newest board members, discuss our fundraising goals for the year ahead, and reaffirm the integrity, character, and passion that guide our work behind the scenes.

Our board plays a vital role in supporting the lifesaving programs and healthcare services provided through Lee Health. We look forward to partnering with our community to continue making a meaningful difference in Southwest Florida.

11/11/2025

Lee Health Cancer Institute celebrated a major milestone last night — becoming ASCO Certified!

This prestigious certification, awarded by the ASCO-COA Oncology Medical Home (OMH), recognizes Lee Health for its commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered cancer care. With only 17 ASCO-certified practices in the U.S. and 3 internationally, Lee Health stands proudly as one of just two certified institutions in Florida.

This accomplishment highlights our ongoing dedication to advancing cancer care and improving outcomes for our patients. A special thank you to our incredible cancer care team, whose expertise, compassion, and unwavering commitment made this achievement possible.

11/07/2025

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us last night for The Future of Healthcare in Southwest Florida, hosted by Northern Trust and Lee Health. Your participation made this evening a meaningful conversation about healthcare innovation and the exciting advancements shaping the future of care in our community.

A special thank-you to our panelists for sharing their time and expertise:
- Dr. Iahn Gonsenhauser, Chief Medical Officer, Lee Health
- Dr. Daniel O’Hair, Chief Physician Executive, Lee Health Heart Institute
- Dr. Mark Bloomston, Surgical Oncologist, Lee Health Cancer Institute
- Dr. Steven DeLuca, Orthopedic Surgeon, Lee Health Musculoskeletal Institute

11/04/2025

Our team honors the life and legacy of Jim Sprankle — a gifted artist, philanthropist, and devoted supporter of our community whose passion for his craft left an indelible mark on Southwest Florida and beyond.

Jim’s extraordinary talent brought the Bald Eagle, our nation’s symbol of strength, courage, and freedom, to life through his sculptures. Among his most renowned works is Freedom Fighter, a piece born from the grief and unity that followed the events of September 11, 2001. Commissioned and funded by the citizens of Sanibel as a tribute to our country and those lost, Jim sculpted the Eagle as a soaring emblem of the American spirit. In 2004, he personally presented Freedom Fighter to President George W. Bush, where it found its home in the Oval Office — a powerful reminder of resilience and hope.

Jim’s generosity was as remarkable as his artistry. He donated a model of Freedom Fighter to SanCap Cares, benefiting Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. The auctioned sculpture helped fund additional hospital beds and provided advanced incubators for the region’s only neonatal ICU. Over his lifetime, Jim’s in-kind donations to Lee Health were valued at more than $3 million.

Jim passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of artistry, generosity, and community spirit. His contributions continue to live on through the patients helped by his philanthropy and the countless lives touched by his work.

Our hearts are with his family, friends, and all who were inspired by his life. May his memory remind us of the enduring power of art, generosity, and love of community.

10/31/2025

Things aren’t so spooky at Lee Health Foundation! 👻

Our team got together for a little Halloween fun, celebrating an incredible 2025 filled with generosity, growth, and community impact!

As we enjoy lunch together, we’re already gearing up for an exciting year ahead. Here’s to making 2026 even more inspiring for the patients and families we serve!

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9800 South HealthPark Drive, Suite 405
Fort Myers, FL
33908

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+12393436950

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http://www.LeeHealthFoundation.org/

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Lee Health Foundation raises philanthropic dollars on behalf of Lee Health including Cape Coral Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center, HealthPark Medical Center, Lee Memorial Hospital, and Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. The Foundation provides financial support for many service areas including the Regional Cancer Center, Lee Health – Coconut Point, The Rehabilitation Hospital, Shipley Cardiothoracic Center, Community Health Clinics and Golisano Children’s Hospital Specialty Clinics in both Charlotte and Naples. Over the past two years, the Foundation has distributed more than $53 million to Lee Health to support its lifesaving mission. Please visit LeeHealthFoundation.org or call (239) 343-6950 for more information about the role of Lee Health philanthropy in southwest Florida. LEE HEALTH FOUNDATION’S STATE REGISTRATION NUMBER IS CH14406. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR AT WWW.FLORIDACONSUMERHELP.COM. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.