Carle Health Center for Philanthropy

11/04/2025

Last year, the Women’s Legacy Circle turned generosity into action – raising nearly $3,500 to provide brand-new tennis shoes for local kids. At back-to-school events in Danville and Champaign, families visiting the Carle Mobile Health Clinic not only received essential physicals and vaccinations, but children also left with a fresh pair of shoes and big smiles. These simple gifts did more than fill a need – they opened doors for families to access vital healthcare, making every step into the new school year a little brighter and healthier. Much thanks to our incredible Women’s Legacy Circle.

10/30/2025

We’re proud to introduce the Biodex Biostep, a game-changer for individuals with limited mobility and special needs. This innovative equipment, made possible by a generous grant from the Women’s Legacy Circle, offers a 90-degree pivot seat that makes it easy for everyone to get in and out; elliptical motion pedals for those with limited knee and hip motion; and a seat belt, ideal for individuals with limited volitional mobility or trunk control, including those with certain neurologic disorders. A huge shoutout to the Women’s Legacy Circle transforming lives through giving.

10/28/2025

Last year, thanks to generous donations from employees and a grant from the Women’s Legacy Circle, we established the Carle Health Employee Crisis Fund in the Champaign-Urbana area. Now, every Carle Health region has one of these vital funds. In just one year, we provided over 100 grants, totaling nearly $129,000 in financial support to our amazing team members. These grants help our team members focus less on bills and more on delivering transformational care to our patients.

10/23/2025

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Greater Peoria community, the Adolescent Health Empowerment Program at Hult Center for Healthy Living is making a real difference – improving health outcomes, access to care and health literacy among local youth. Through classroom education, one-on-one health coaching for at-risk adolescents, and training for medical students and residents, we’re giving young people the tools they need to navigate their healthcare needs. It’s amazing to see our community come together to support the next generation.

10/21/2025

As you prepare for winter, please consider donating your gently used jackets and coats, as well as holiday decor and household items, to the Carle Auxiliary Resale Boutique. Since 2012, proceeds from the boutique have supported the Carle Auxiliary Guest House, which relies solely on charitable donations to operate. The Resale Boutique will close its doors December 20, but until then, your continued support means the world to us. Donations are accepted from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at 810 Lincoln Ave. in Urbana.

10/16/2025

We love when donations to our Greatest Needs Funds are put into action. In August, Carle Richland Memorial Hospital distributed $16,500 to benefit patient access and comfort at the Medical Office Building and the hospital’s lab. Grants will also provide funding for community engagement at the annual HealthFest and a green space on the hospital’s campus. Thanks to all our generous donors for making this possible. YOU help us enhance patient care and community well-being.

10/14/2025

The 2025 Carle Health Golf Open may be over, but the work has just begun. Thanks to our generous sponsors and enthusiastic golfers, more than $407,000 was raised to enhance emergency and trauma services at Carle Foundation Hospital. Those dollars will help expand the footprint of the Emergency Department and enhance the patient experience for those who count on us. The 2026 golf open will be September 13-14. We can’t wait to continue the tradition.

10/09/2025

We’re excited to celebrate the nearly 50 women who took a Swing for Life to support patients with breast cancer in Bloomington-Normal. Since 2017, this annual event has raised thousands for breast health services at Carle Cancer Institute Normal. A huge thank you to these incredible women for their generous donations and for transforming healthcare in our community.

10/07/2025

We had an incredible time at our annual Breast Health Luncheon. Speakers from Bloomington-Normal and surrounding communities encouraged, empowered and educated guests on the services and vision of Carle Cancer Institute Normal. A huge thanks to our premier sponsors, Integrity Technology Solutions, Little Jewels Learning Center and Commerce Bank, and our panel of experts, for making our event a success. Together, we raised thousands of dollars for the Connie Wey Breast Health Services Fund to help bring advanced technology to our community and make breast cancer surgery more precise.

09/30/2025

We’re honored to announce a one million dollar gift from David Parkhill and family in celebration of the life of Katie Parkhill – wife, mother and community philanthropist. Katie’s vision was for every woman to have the best chance at early detection and less invasive treatment for breast cancer, giving them more time with their loved ones. The Katie Parkhill and Family Fund will bring new technology for breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, and funding for care navigation at Mills Breast Cancer Institute in Urbana. Thank you, David and family, for honoring Katie’s memory and creating a lasting legacy. Your generosity brings hope to so many.

The Parkhills' gift will provide increased access to state of-the-art imaging technology, enable the acquisition of advanced surgical technology, and expand the breast cancer nurse navigator program.

09/29/2025

Jan Kiley is a proud Carle Health baby, who has supported many philanthropic initiatives over the years, including the Women’s Legacy Circle (WLC). In 2024, Jan made her biggest gift yet, supporting several programs, including the WLC Legacy Grant. Thanks to Jan and our WLC members, a new Dayroom at the Carle Auxiliary Guest House will provide those with a loved one in Carle Foundation Hospital a cozy space to get away for a hot shower, short nap or maybe a quick load of laundry. A big thanks to Jan and our WLC members who made this possible.

09/26/2025

A night to remember! Last Friday, alumni and friends of Methodist College gathered for a special evening hosted by Carle Health Center for Philanthropy and presented by CEFCU. Relive the moments from this memorable event, celebrating the college’s 125th anniversary. Thank you to all who attended and made the evening special.