Lee Health Foundation

10/14/2025

Congratulations to Krystal Velazquez, our SPARK Award winner for this quarter!

Krystal was nominated by her peers for always being ready to lend a hand with a smile and a positive attitude. She embodies what it means to serve with heart, inspiring our team through teamwork, kindness, and dedication.

Thank you, Krystal, for being such a bright light within Lee Health Foundation and a true reflection of our mission and values!

10/10/2025

The 32nd Annual Anthony J. “Tony” Budreau Memorial Golf Classic brought together friends, family, and community members to celebrate Tony’s life and support those living with ALS.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our golfers, sponsors, and donors, more than $50,000 was raised to benefit the ALS Clinic at Lee Health, providing hope, strength, and compassionate care to individuals in our community facing this devastating disease. 💙

Every swing made a difference. Thank you for helping continue Tony’s legacy of love and support!

10/10/2025

10/09/2025

BIG NEWS for Southwest Florida!
Our region is growing — and so are the healthcare needs of our community.

Coming 2028, Lee Health Fort Myers will transform the future of care with advanced technology, innovative treatment spaces, and a hurricane-hardened design built for safety and sustainability.

Join us in shaping what comes next.

10/08/2025

One in eight women will face breast cancer in her lifetime. For many, treatment includes a mastectomy — but thanks to advances in reconstruction, healing can begin right away.

At Lee Health, Dr. Spencer Michalke partners with breast cancer surgeons so patients can begin reconstruction immediately after surgery. With advanced techniques and microsurgery, patients achieve natural results and regain confidence, hope, and a sense of wholeness.

This life-changing care is made possible by our generous community. During Hopetober, your gift helps ensure patients have access to compassionate, quality care close to home.

10/07/2025

🎃 This October, Spirit Halloween’s Spirit of Children campaign is helping make hospital stays a little less scary at Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.

Every costume, decoration, and donation helps bring smiles and comfort to young patients through Golisano’s Child Life Program — making every day a little brighter.

Save 10% online with code GIVING25 or in-store with your coupon, and Spirit Halloween will give back to Golisano!

10/01/2025

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and at Lee Health Cancer Institute, we dedicate Hopetober to raising awareness and support for breast cancer patients and their families. Hopetober is more than pink ribbons. It’s about ensuring patients have access to exceptional treatment close to home, raising awareness around the need cancer patients face, and reminding our community that no one should face cancer alone.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, Lee Health Cancer Institute is able to offer comprehensive care, resources, education, and support programs that replace fear with hope.

For more information or to make a difference, visit LeeHealthFoundation.org/Hopetober

09/30/2025

As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we’re celebrating the courage of every child who rings the bell at Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida!

🎶 "Our patients have the cutest S-M-I-L-E… our patients have the biggest H-E-A-R-T…" 💕

At the beginning of every End of Chemo party, our team sings this special song! These moments remind us of the difference our community makes through Barbara’s Friends.

Help more kids celebrate their victories: BarbarasFriends.org

09/25/2025

Thank you to everyone who braved the shave at Clips for Cancer! On September 20, survivors, patients and community champions came together at BELL TOWER SHOPS to raise funds and awareness for children fighting cancer at Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.

The event has raised $130,000 this month, but there's still time to give before September is over! Your support ensures lifesaving treatment and supportive care are available close to home.

🔗: https://p2p.onecause.com/clips2025/donate

09/23/2025

This year, LMCU's Band Together Campaign raised $5,000 through donations collected at their regional branches to support children and families at Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida!

LMCU is a longtime supporter of Lee Health, giving more than $100,000 through charitable events that strengthen programs across our system, from Graduate Medical Education to Golisano Children’s Hospital.

We are grateful for the many ways Lake Michigan Credit Union continues to invest in the health and future of our community!

09/18/2025

🎗️ Support Clips for Cancer 🎗️

Kick off your weekend the fun way and give back to Barbara’s Friends – Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida's cancer fund!

Friday, Sept. 19 | 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Start your morning at Mel's Diner! Donate a minimum of $10 and enjoy a FREE breakfast: two eggs, two pancakes, two pieces of bacon, and coffee or small juice. All proceeds support kids fighting cancer.

Saturday, Sept. 20 | 9:00 a.m.
Ride for a cause at CYCLEBAR Fort Myers! $10 donation per class benefits Barbara’s Friends.

Saturday, Sept. 20 | 10:00 a.m.
Clips for Cancer returns to BELL TOWER SHOPS!

💛 Every donation and participation supports kids and families in need! Links in comments for registration/info!

09/16/2025

Tonight, incoming Lee Health Foundation board chair Dominic Cameratta and vice-chair Jenny Gezella hosted a special reception at The Forest Country Club to welcome new Lee Health Foundation Board of Trustees members, engage with Lee Health leadership, and highlight the incredible role philanthropy plays in advancing exceptional care for Southwest Florida!

We are grateful to everyone who joined us in celebrating leadership, collaboration, and the future of healthcare in our community!