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Groups get nearly $1 million in grants
December 18, 2009
December 17, 2009: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver recently announced that close to $1 million in grants have been awarded to thirteen area non-profit organizations. $946,484 was awarded for health, basic needs and educational efforts. These awards raise Foundation commitments for the year to $2,332,557 and over $32.5 million since inception. Grants Chair Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: Angelo State University was awarded $160,700 to expand services at the San Jacinto School-based Health Clinic to include cost-effective, culturally appropriate mental health services. The clinic has been a joint project of the San Angelo Independent School District and Angelo State University since 1994 and offers primary and preventative health care services to students enrolled at San Jacinto and other schools in the district, as well as their siblings and other children with no access to health care. During the 2008-2009 school year 793 children utilized the clinic for services. Critter Shack Humane Society of Menard was awarded $14,500 for fencing the grounds of their facility. This all volunteer organization has rescued more than 250 animals since inception, spaying or neutering 90% of that number. Meals for the Elderly was awarded $6,000 for office furniture, computer equipment and a software consultant for a Case Manager. Begun in 1974 Meals for the Elderly provides weekday meals to over 600 people, sack or frozen lunches for the weekend and some additional services for the homebound elderly in our community. Pregnancy Help Center of the Concho Valley was awarded $200,000 to renovate their new facility. Formed in 1990 to help women in crisis because of an unexpected pregnancy, they served 1,512 clients in 2008 through counseling, prenatal and parenting classes, limited medical services, maternity and baby clothes and car seats. Rust Street Ministries was awarded $25,284 to purchase and equip a trailer to transport food and clothing to various neighborhood schools and for potential use during disaster relief activities. This organization, begun in 2002 by the Johnson Street Church of Christ, offers counseling and anger management classes for ex-offenders and operates a Service Center which provides foods, household items and clothing. San Angelo Area Foundation was awarded $25,000 in match funds to establish a “Future Fund” for new and young donors. Established in 2001 by the San Angelo Health Foundation to increase local philanthropy and provide additional financial resources for area non-profit organizations, the San Angelo Area Foundation has grown to $48 million in assets and has distributed $15 million in grants and scholarships. Tom Green County Library was awarded $500,000 to provide furniture, fixtures, book shelving and equipment for the newly-renovated County library. This increases the Foundation’s total commitment to this project to $2,250,000. The relocation to the former Hemphill-Wells Building in downtown San Angelo will increase the library’s available space from 35,684 to 85,000 square feet and accommodate the expected increase in patron usage. The new facility will meet library storage and expansion requirements for at least the next twenty years. Foundation helps school to renovate
October 20, 2009
October 1, 2009: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver recently announced that grants in a total amount of $168,628 have been awarded to five area non-profit organizations. Mr. Oliver explained, “Our local non-profit organizations are adept at leveraging Foundation funds to attract and supplement additional funding sources. In many cases, our grant award provides seed money or match funds to complete the projects. Grants funded this quarter will provide enhanced recreational facilities, a consultant to research local options for better access to health care, improved screening for eye disorders in children and adults, and upgraded facilities and equipment for our emergency response organizations. Grants Chair Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: Cornerstone Christian School was awarded $125,000 toward renovation of their gymnasium as part of a $5.6 million capital campaign to build and furnish new school facilities. Cornerstone Christian School was founded in 1986 and is the only private school accredited from Kindergarten through high school in San Angelo. Esperanza Health & Dental Centers was awarded $10,000 to hire a professional consultant to assist in identifying additional resources to improve access to health care for the uninsured and underinsured individuals and families in our community. With three clinics in San Angelo, Esperanza has been a viable health care provider in San Angelo for 15 years and had 8,262 patient encounters in 2008. San Angelo Lions Charities was awarded $5,000 to provide a special vision screening camera using infrared technology to detect eye disorders in young children. Lions programs provide vision screening for children ages 3 through 6 in our schools and HeadStart. Sterling County EMS was awarded $25,000 toward a building to house their ambulances. The Sterling County EMS provides pre-hospital emergency medical care, transportation of trauma and medical patients, responses to 911 calls, coordination of air transportation and community education. Wall VFD was awarded $3,628 toward new rescue tools. The Wall VFD covers 450 square miles in an area with approximately 500 homes and averages 140 runs each year. Six non-profits receive $313,300
July 07, 2009
June 25, 2009: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver recently announced that grants in a total amount of $313,300 have been awarded to six area non-profit organizations, bringing Foundation commitments since inception to $31.5 million. Mr. Oliver explained, “Grants funded this quarter will provide recreational and educational opportunities, additional physical and mental health services and improved emergency response. Many of the services offered by the non-profit organizations are at a reduced fee or no charge to the participant.” Grants Chair Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: Hospice of San Angelo was awarded $32,500 for field computers and software licenses. Begun in 1985, they provide medical care and physical, emotional and spiritual support for terminally ill patients, their families and children. James Phillips Williams Memorial Foundation was awarded $5,000 to bring a noted authority on dyslexia, Dr. Reid Lyons, to speak as part of a conference planned for next fall. The JPW Learning Center provides alternative educational instruction for children and adults with dyslexia and other learning differences. Their programs include teacher training and development, therapy, parent support and education. Placid Community Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $69,000 for a replacement brush fire truck. They serve the northeast section of McCullough County including Brady, Lohn, Richland Springs, Elm Grove and Winchell. Samaritan Pastoral Counseling Center was awarded $50,000 to provide client assistance funds and a Clinical Director. Since 1976 Samaritan Pastoral Counseling Center has offered professional mental health counseling on a sliding scale for individuals and families based on income. A grant to the San Angelo Recreation Department in the amount of $131,800 was reaffirmed to provide lighting for the public tennis courts to be built near the Glenn Middle School campus on Jackson Street. Phase I of the Community Tennis Complex will provide eight courts in a well-lit facility for children, adults and families to participate in organized and recreational play. West Central Texas Specialty Feeding Team was awarded $25,000 for capital equipment. As many as 130 local volunteers organize during disasters to provide specialized hot meals. The purchase of equipment will enable the volunteers to establish a local specialty feeding unit to respond to tornados, hurricanes, earthquakes, fires and other situations that may require evacuation of large numbers of people. Five groups getting $300K in grants
March 30, 2009
March 26, 2009: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver recently announced that grants in a total amount of $301,046 have been awarded to five area non-profit organizations. Mr. Oliver said, “Foundation participation in these community projects will provide improved healthcare facilities, expanded public safety programs and enhanced residential health and human services. “ Mr. Oliver continued, “We recognize the necessity for well run non-profits in our community, particularly in the current economic climate. The Trustees continue as good stewards of Foundation resources and encourage all organizations to visit with us about funding opportunities.” Grants Chair Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: Baptist Memorials Ministries was awarded $100,000 toward the Rotary House of Hope Residential Hospice Program. Patients will benefit from a home-like setting in a dedicated hospice inpatient facility. The services will be available to all hospice patients in the Concho Valley, regardless of their healthcare provider. The generous gift of Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams, made this bequest through the San Angelo Health Foundation possible. City of San Angelo Community Development Division was awarded match funds of up to $100,000 for their roof repair program. Funds will be used to repair or replace forty to eighty roofs for qualifying low to moderate income citizens residing in four areas targeted for revitalization by the San Angelo City Council within the City limits. Concho Valley Home for Girls was awarded $16,000 for a replacement van. The Concho Valley Home for Girls and Children’s Emergency Shelter provide a continuum of care for abused and neglected children with a strong emphasis on helping them receive the best possible preparation for adulthood. Lake Ivie Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $50,000 to expand their fire hall. In addition to covering Concho, Runnels and Coleman counties, they are the only fire department in the Lake Ivie area. The expansion project will allow for secure and protected storage of their vehicles and equipment. The addition will also provide expanded meeting and training space. Salvation Army was awarded $35,046 for a delivery truck to support their thrift store operation. The vehicle will also be used to transport equipment, supplies and donations during disaster operations. Last year the local Salvation Army provided 1,698 cases of direct assistance and an additional 264 referrals. December 2008 grant awards
December 23, 2008
December 19, 2008: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that current grant awards bring Foundation contributions to community projects since inception to over $30 million. For twelve years the San Angelo Health Foundation has served San Angelo and her Concho Valley neighbors by supporting the efforts of our grass roots non-profit organizations. Grants over the years have varied in size and scope from $2,275 to East Coke County Ambulance Service for emergency equipment to $1.75 million for the Tom Green County Library relocation project. The San Angelo Health Foundation will continue to fund community health in its broadest form in perpetuity. Grants in a total amount of $487,918 were recently awarded to four non-profit organizations. In addition to the quarterly grant awards, trustees designated several community organizations which provide for those with special needs during the holiday season to receive seasonal assistance. Grants Chair Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: Angelo State University was awarded $167,918 to establish a gait/motion lab in the Department of Physical Therapy. The new Gross Motor Lab will be primarily used for faculty and student research. Beginning in the fall of 2009, the Physical Therapy Department is commencing the first doctoral program at Angelo State University. Junior Achievement of West Texas was awarded a challenge grant of $25,000 to support their youth development programs in San Angelo schools. Business and community volunteers present lessons and hand-on activities that encourage critical thinking, imagination and an understanding of how our economy works. Junior Achievement currently serves over 1,500 students in our 2nd and 7th grade classes. MOSAIC was awarded $250,000 to construct an equestrian center. They plan to expand their therapeutic riding program and initiate a hippotherapy program, which is physician-prescribed riding therapy provided by specially trained physical, occupational or speech therapists. MOSAIC serves 80 disabled adults in their residential homes and 105 children in their day care in San Angelo. The generous gift of Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams, made this bequest through the San Angelo Health Foundation possible. University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas was awarded $30,000 to provide assistance to students affected by Hurricane Ike. Funding will provide assistance to qualifying students of the School of Medicine from the West Texas area for tuition, fees, temporary housing and/or replacement educational materials such as books, computers and uniforms. Unsolicited seasonal assistance grants of $2,500 each for a total amount of $15,000 were also awarded to: Boys & Girls Club of San Angelo, Christians in Action, Concho Valley Home for Girls/Children's Emergency Shelter, HOPE HOUSE/CASA, House of Faith and the local Salvation Army. Sept 2008 grant awards
September 30, 2008
September 25, 2008: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $334,347 to three area non-profit organizations. Mr. Oliver stated, We strive in cooperation with our area non-profit organizations to provide a community where all people have the knowledge, resources and environment to live a healthy life. Since inception the San Angelo Health Foundation has committed in excess of $29 million in charitable grants. Grants Chairman Dr. Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: ADULT ENRICHMENT CENTER (formerly Adult Day Care of San Angelo) was awarded $10,500 for computers, software and office equipment. The Adult Enrichment Center provides daytime care to chronically ill, disabled and older adults as an alternative to placement in a nursing home. The center offers transportation, medical supervision, two hot meals and activities throughout each day. BALLINGER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT and NORTH RUNNELS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT were awarded $250,000 toward an Electronic Medical Records system to serve both hospitals and the two associated clinics. The network will improve health care efficiencies, record keeping and the quality of patient care in the Runnels County facilities. RUNNELS COUNTY SENIOR CENTERS were awarded $73,847 to provide new kitchen equipment and heating and air conditioning for the relocation and renovation of their Ballinger location. Runnels County Senior Centers in Ballinger, Winters and Miles provide a total of 64,178 meals each year, as well as social activities, educational programs, health screenings and nutritional instruction for senior citizens. June 2008 grant awards
June 30, 2008
June 26, 2008: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $393,337 to eight area non-profit organizations. Mr. Oliver stated, Applications for funding are reviewed for appropriateness for our Foundation, the need and impact of the project and the quality of the proposal. Each of these grants addresses critical quality of life issues, particularly for the disadvantaged residents of our community. Grants Chairman Dr. Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE COUNCIL FOR THE CONCHO VALLEY was awarded $57,879 for computers, furnishings and other improvements for their various facilities. This organization provides substance abuse prevention and education programs to thousands of youth annually. Their target population includes homeless and indigent persons who may be unable to access treatment through private or personal means. The Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council served over 400 clients through their direct treatment programs last year. CHRISTIANS IN ACTION was awarded $100,000 toward the purchase of a building. Founded in 1982, Christians in Action operates a distribution center and a thrift shop. The new facility will enable them to consolidate operations into one location. This Christian based ministry provides basic life necessities including food, clothing, utility assistance and transportation to qualifying individuals and families. They served 10,424 individuals in the last year. THE CITY OF JUNCTION was awarded $40,000 toward the renovation of their community swimming pool and addition of a splash pad. The new pool is part of an $800,000 project to improve their City Park, which serves the residents of Junction, Kimble County and thousands of tourists each year. The Countys only public swimming pool is expected to attract more young users and provide therapeutic activities for older users. THE CITY OF SAN ANGELO was awarded $132,000 to provide lights for the new public tennis facility at the proposed Jackson Street location. The community tennis courts are possible through the cooperation and support of the San Angelo Independent School District, the City of San Angelo and the Concho Valley Tennis Association. Construction on the eight court complex is scheduled to begin in the fall of this year. MHMR SERVICES FOR THE CONCHO VALLEY was awarded $20,000 to assist with their Veterans Services Program. In an effort to supplement services offered by our military forces, MHMR has established a new program to serve veterans of the Iraq-Afghanistan conflict in addressing readjustment issues and post- traumatic stress disorder. Services will be offered to every active, reserve, National Guard and veteran service member and family members residing in the Concho Valley. RUST STREET MINISTRIES AKA CONCHO VALLEY TURNING POINT was awarded $22,400 to provide heating and insulation for the warehouse used for their food, clothing and furniture program. This organization serves the less fortunate individuals in our community and offers anger management classes and a faith- based twelve step support group for substance abusers. D.E.S.K., INC. was awarded $10,000 to provide school supplies to needy students in the SAISD. The organization was started locally in 2004 and works through the school counselors to ensure that students have the necessary supplies to succeed in school. SAN ANGELO LIONS CHARITIES was awarded $11,058 toward renovation of their eyeglass recycling center in downtown San Angelo. Local Lions Clubs have been active since 1917 and currently provide glaucoma and diabetic medications, recycled eye glasses and eye screening exams for children. The generous gift of Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams, made this bequest through the San Angelo Health Foundation possible. Local groups share $1.3 million
June 09, 2008
March 31, 2008: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $1,293,818 to six area non-profit organizations. Mr. Oliver stated, The Trustees were pleased with the quality and diversity of proposals this cycle, which represents one of our most significant quarterly funding commitments. Over $28 million have been committed to community projects and area non-profit organizations since the Foundation began making grants in 1997. Grants Chairman Dr. Rob Patyrak said the following applications for funding were approved: HOUSE OF FAITH was awarded up to $900,000 over five years to initiate a higher education scholarship program for qualifying House of Faith participants. A full time counselor will oversee the program and provide the support structure for the youth throughout their academic career. Foundation funds would provide for tuition, fees, books and in some instances, room and board. Begun in January of 1994, House of Faith is a non-denominational, faith-based organization that serves hundreds of at-risk children and youth in west central Texas. Their programs address such problems as youth delinquency, substance abuse, violence and gang involvement by teaching a value-based curriculum through a network of weekly neighborhood clubs for children and a range of engaging programs for older youth. CONCHO VALLEY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD was awarded $15,000 to provide new computers for their resource room, assessment room and computer lab. The updated equipment will allow them to serve additional clients and employers with current technology for their training, testing and job search and placement activities in the Concho Valley region. EAST CONCHO VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT was awarded $28,818 toward a fast attack truck. The new vehicle will enable them to transport equipment and double the amount of water they can deliver to the fire scene. The department responds to approximately 70 calls per year in eastern Tom Green County with approximately 20 active volunteers. FAIRVIEW ACCELERATED EDUCATION COOPERATIVE was awarded $50,000 to provide new playground equipment and fencing for their existing childcare facility. Formed in 1994 as a cooperative of eleven small school districts, Fairview provides alternative education to approximately sixty students each year, including a number of pregnant students and new mothers. The on-site child care facility allows students to continue their education while the child is in day care. Without such a facility, the dropout rate from a traditional academic setting is projected at 100%. IRION COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) was awarded a $50,000 challenge grant to expand their current training facility in Mertzon, Texas. In a county with no doctor or medical facility, the EMS provides the only emergency care and transportation services. SCHLEICHER COUNTY WELLNESS FOUNDATION was awarded a $250,000 challenge grant to establish a Community Wellness Center in Eldorado, Texas. In an effort to combat cardiovascular disease and its causes, obesity and Type II diabetes, the proposed center will house exercise equipment, an aerobics/ Appointment of new trustees
February 04, 2008
The San Angelo Health Foundation recently nominated new trustees Devin Bates and Jim Cummings. Board members are charged with oversight of the disbursement of funds in keeping with the mission of the Foundation, which is "to enhance the quality of life for the people of the San Angelo area." Devin Bates is the CIO for Susser Holdings of Corpus Christi. He was most recently Managing Director and CFO of Town & Country Food Stores, Inc. Mr. Bates graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering and a Masters Degree in Business Administration. He is the past Chairman of the Board for the United Way of the Concho Valley and Past Chairman of the Petroleum and Convenience Alliance for Technology Standards. He served two terms on the San Angelo City Council and is active in the San Angelo Business and Education Coalition, the James Phillips Williams Foundation and First Presbyterian Church of San Angelo. Devin and his wife, Liz, have two children. James P. Cummings recently retired from his position as Senior Chairman of the Board of Wells Fargo Bank, Lubbock, Texas. An honors graduate of Texas Tech University, Mr. Cummings completed Southwest Graduate School of Banking at Southern Methodist University and has worked in the banking industry in Lubbock and San Angelo for over thirty years. He has been actively involved in many community and civic organizations in Lubbock and San Angelo including the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, Salvation Army and Methodist Hospital Foundation. He and his wife Jan have recently relocated to San Angelo where he serves as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Baptist Memorial Retirement Center. He is currently on the board of Texas Tech University Foundation, Louise H. Underwood Center for the Arts, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, Lubbock United Way and West Texas Center for Innovation & Commercialization. The Cummings have three grown children and four grandchildren. Rehab to use $250,000 for patient records system
December 17, 2007
December 17, 2007: Chairman of the Board T. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: MOSAIC Redwine Childcare Center was awarded $100,000 toward an endowment for scholarships for special needs children in their childcare center. Some of the children served have profound developmental disabilities or a combination of motor and speech delays. The scholarship program will enable the organization to serve additional children with special needs. Rio Concho Manor was awarded $60,000 for replacement plumbing. The Manor provides housing for 252 residents age sixty-two and older and has maintained 100% occupancy since it was built in the early 1960s. San Angelo Area Foundation was awarded $35,000 for new technology. The community foundation manages endowments for donors and charities in order to increase local philanthropy and provide additional sources of funding for area non-profit organizations. New software will enhance their scholarship application process and donor relations. West Texas Rehabilitation Center was awarded $250,000 for a new Electronic Medical Records system. The Rehab Center provides outpatient rehabilitative care to 11,375 children and adults of Tom Green County with physical disabilities and/or communication or hearing disorders. The new system will benefit physicians, patients and third party payors, as well as the Rehab Center. Third quarter grant awards
October 10, 2007
October 1, 2007: Chairman of the Board T. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Christoval Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $75,000 for a fire truck. The new tanker truck, which would double as an attack truck, will increase the amount of water they can provide at the fire site. Christoval VFD covers 220 square miles and assists other VFDs in the area. They responded to 41 fires and 28 emergency medical service calls in 2006. City of San Angelo was awarded $500,000 toward a multi-million dollar project to renovate and expand the San Angelo Convention Center. The extensive renovation will upgrade the entire infrastructure, provide 6,676 additional square feet of meeting room space, increase crowd capacity by 1,000 people and provide better access for handicapped individuals among other improvements. Lowake Community Center was awarded $30,000 for facility improvements. The community center, which was originally a school built in 1927, is used for weddings, family reunions, funeral receptions, business and social events and as a voting location. Sonrisas Therapeutic Riding, Inc. was awarded $8,000 to obtain and train replacement horses for their program. This organization provides therapy through equine activities for predominantly school-age youth with physical, emotional and mental challenges. Sonrisas serves approximately 82 clients each year with volunteers and limited staff at no cost to the clients. United Way of the Concho Valley was awarded $10,000 for their File of Life program. A mini-medical history and critical information is stored in a packet on the outside of ones refrigerator, easily accessible in the event of an emergency. With the cooperation of other area agencies, United Way will assist senior citizens and all residents with a serious medical condition in completing and updating information on the cards. Health Foundation awards $308,340
June 26, 2007
June 26, 2007: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $308,340 to five area organizations. Mr. Oliver said, We are proud to partner with our local non-profits. Foundation funds will provide expanded educational opportunities for area students and support for youth development programs and volunteer fire fighters. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Angelo State University was awarded $150,000 toward their Blackboard Expansion project to upgrade their online educational software. Students and faculty will benefit from the enhancements that will allow Angelo State to expand their online degree program. The Blackboard software creates a 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week learning environment for ASU students. It provides faculty members with quick and convenient ways to communicate with one student or the entire class through announcements, e-mail and messaging features. The premise of the Blackboard software is to create a student-centered university that operates simultaneously in a local and global context unconstrained by time and place. House of Faith was awarded $75,000 to establish a transitional housing facility for young male adults and meeting space for other programs. Various programs of this faith-based organization serve approximately 1,600 at-risk youth each year by promoting God as a way to address issues confronting young people such as delinquency, substance abuse and gang involvement. Young men accepted into the housing program will share in expenses and responsibilities and will receive individualized support and training in basic life skills. Junior Achievement of West Texas was awarded $25,000 to provide programs at the schools to educate youth on the subject of free enterprise. Business and community volunteers present lessons and activities to encourage critical thinking, positive behaviors and responsible decision making. Last year Junior Achievement programs impacted over 7,386 West Texas students with hands-on economic education programs with over 1,000 of those students in San Angelo. First United Methodist Church of Mason, Texas was awarded $8,340 for their year round child care program, Steady Steps. The weekday Childrens Ministry started in 1999 and provides care on a sliding fee scale. They are licensed for 51 children and maintain a waiting list. Grant funds will provide safe, functional and age-appropriate furnishings and learning aids for newly-renovated space. Paint Rock Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $50,000 toward a fire house to store vehicles and equipment. The new location will enable volunteers to be better organized in times of emergency. Paint Rock VFD provides fire protection for the communities of Paint Rock, Millersview, Eden and Eola, averaging 40 calls each year. Foundation awards grants
April 05, 2007
April 2, 2007: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $540,455 to four area non-profit organizations. Mr. Oliver said, For over ten years the San Angelo Health Foundation has served San Angelo and our Concho Valley neighbors by supporting the efforts of local non-profit organizations and public entities. The Foundation, which began in 1995 with $44 million, has committed in excess of $25 million in charitable grants to 140 organizations. The San Angelo Health Foundation will continue to fund community health in its broadest form in perpetuity. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: City of Robert Lee Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $15,000 toward a new multi-role fire truck. Robert Lee VFD has been in operation since 1947 and covers the 960 square miles of Coke County and aids surrounding areas in cooperation with the Texas Forestry Service, as well as mutual aid to the Bronte and Blackwell Fire Departments. The Robert Lee VFD responded to 42 calls last year. Concho County Hospital District was awarded $36,830 to upgrade and digitize their radiography equipment. The hospital is the sole community provider of emergency and acute care to the residents of Eden and surrounding communities. Concho County Hospital District also operates rural health clinics in both Eden and Menard. New equipment provided with this grant will enable rapid diagnosis utilizing state-of-the-art x-ray equipment and technology for trauma patients at the Concho County Hospital. The generous gift of Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams, made this bequest through the San Angelo Health Foundation possible. Howard College was awarded $446,048 to relocate and provide renovated Anatomy/Physiology, Microbiology and Distance Learning labs from their Executive Drive facility to the West Texas Training Center. Howard College began offering classes in San Angelo in 1973 and has grown into a comprehensive community college with over 1,600 academic students this past year. At the completion of this project the WTTC building will be fully renovated and utilized. A single location for Howard College at San Angelo will provide for a more cohesive student body, as well as updated equipment and labs benefiting students and instructors. ICD Bridges, Inc. was awarded $42,577 to support their counseling program and provide program evaluation tools. ICD Bridges is the sole provider locally of counseling services to victims of family violence and the only local emergency shelter for victims of family violence in San Angelo. The Stonebridge Training Residence for mentally retarded clientele is home to 13 MR clients. In 2005 they served 888 clients, 481 adults and 270 children through counseling, childrens programs, education, transitional housing and other programs Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. Contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, TX. Phone (325) 486.0185, write P. O. Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550. 13 groups get grant funds
December 19, 2006
December 18, 2006: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $232,628 to twelve area non-profit organizations. Completing their tenth year of grantmaking, Foundation contributions exceed $25 million to over 137 organizations and 295 projects. In addition to the quarterly grant awards, trustees designated several community organizations which provide for those with special needs during the holiday season to receive seasonal assistance. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Adult Day Care of San Angelo was awarded $23,842 for facility improvements and the purchase of equipment. Since 1987 they have provided care to chronically ill and disabled adults with daily supervision, medical oversight and activities. They serve up to 68 clients per day and approximately 120 families per year. Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Angelo was awarded $55,000 to increase services locally. Started in August 2005 in San Angelo, this organization matches adult mentors with at-risk or disadvantaged children. They expect to provide services for as many as 200 young people next year. Hospice of San Angelo was awarded $100,000 to support their bereavement program. Hospice of San Angelo has provided support and care for terminally ill patients and their families since 1985. They offer support groups for all ages including the Building Bridges program for children who have lost a loved one. San Angelo Day Nursery was awarded $25,000 to provide age appropriate teaching aids. The Day Nursery was established seventy-four years ago to provide care for children of low-income parents who are either working or in school. They currently serve over 200 children age 7 weeks to 5 years Monday through Friday. San Angelo DESK, Inc. (Donate Educational Supplies for Kids) was awarded $3,500 for school supplies in 2007 for needy elementary school students. The program is administered by school counselors at the campus level. Western Texas Lions eye Bank Alliance dba District 2-A1 Lions Eye Bank, Inc. was awarded $9,286 for a computer, software, surgical instruments and informational brochures. Founded in 1974 this organization promotes eye donor awareness and harvests quality corneal tissue for transplants to the communities of west Texas. They procure an average of 30 donor tissues per year and import an additional 75 to 100 per year from other eye banks for transplants. Unsolicited seasonal assistance grants for a total amount of $16,000 were also awarded to: Boys & Girls Club of San Angelo, Christians in Action, Concho Valley Home for Girls/Children's Emergency Shelter, HOPE HOUSE/CASA, House of Faith, the local Salvation Army and San Angelo State School Volunteer Services Council. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. Contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, TX. Phone (325) 486.0185, write P. O. Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550. Contacts at recipient organizations: Adult Day Care, Marcy Bosequett 942-9253 Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Angelo, Jenie Wilson 486-2200 Hospice of San Angelo, David McBride 658-6524 San Angelo Day Nursery, Irma Contreras 653-1825 San Angelo DESK, Sandra Payne 486-3250 Western Texas Lions Eye Bank, Marcy McLain 653-8666 Grants awarded for medical uses
October 02, 2006
October 2, 2006: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $418,437 to five area organizations. Foundation funds will provide health and dental services for medically underserved, uninsured individuals and neglected elderly adults. Other grants will enhance services to patients requiring artificial limbs and brace supports, fund improved physical therapy for nursing home residents and purchase safety equipment for law enforcement reserves. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: East Coke County Hospital District dba Bronte Health & Rehab was awarded $17,947 for a replacement whirlpool, access lift and scale attachment. The 64-bed nursing home provides skilled nursing, hospice and long term care for senior citizens of Coke, Nolan, Runnels and Tom Green County. They also prepare daily meals for the senior citizen center and home bound elderly. This grant was made possible by a bequest from Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams. Esperanza Health and Dental Centers was awarded $250,000 toward the cost of construction of a new facility to serve the north side of the San Angelo. The proposed new clinic will provide primary health and dental care to the medically underserved and uninsured population. Begun in 1994, Esperanza has two existing locations that currently serve approximately 10,000 clients each year. This grant was made possible by a bequest from Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams. Region 9 Adult Protective Services Advisory Board was awarded $10,000 to assist their elderly clients in the San Angelo area. This non-profit organization serves abused, neglected and exploited aged and disabled adults. Foundation funds will provide hearing aids, dentures and medications to qualifying individuals through the advocacy organization. Tom Green County Sheriffs Office was awarded $20,000 for bullet-proof vests and radios for their reserve deputies. The volunteer Sheriffs Reserve was formed in 1995 to support law enforcement activities. Reserve officers serve in excess of 3,700 hours each year on patrol, providing security, traffic control at public events and additional law enforcement duties. West Texas Rehabilitation Center was awarded $120,490 for equipment for their Orthotics and Prosthetics Department. The Rehab Center provides outpatient rehabilitation services to children and adults with physical disabilities and/or communications and hearing disorders. The new equipment will enable Rehab to serve patients more efficiently and produce artificial limbs and braces in-house. This grant was made possible by a bequest from Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams. Applications for Foundation funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. Contact Tom Early or Vicki Ford at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, TX. Phone (325) 486.0185, write Post Office Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550 or email sahf.tx@sahfoundation.org. Contacts at recipient organizations: Bronte Health & Rehab, Andra Arrott (325) 473-3621 Esperanza Health & Dental Centers, Mike Campbell (325) 223-8129 Region 9 Adult Protective Services Advisory Board, Michael Melson (432) 683-0796 Tom Green County Sheriffs Office, Steve Mild (325) 655-8111 West Texas Rehab, Shelli Hale (325) 223-6383 $440,000 in grants coming
June 27, 2006
June 26, 2006: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $440,288 to six area organizations. Foundation funds will provide services to needy individuals and families, enhanced cultural and recreational opportunities, fire suppression and emergency medical services. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Angelo Civic Theatre was awarded $200,000 for renovations to their current facility. In a separate award, Angelo Civic Theatre was awarded $37,977 toward a master plan for future facility needs of local performing arts organizations. A proposed theatre centre will serve resident companies, the City of San Angelo and the surrounding region. Each year over 15,000 patrons attend mainstage productions featuring local performers, childrens theater, teen theatre and workshops involving 300 plus volunteer actors, designers, technicians, musicians and dancers. Christians in Action was awarded $48,846 for facility improvements to their downtown thrift shop and furniture distribution center. The Christian-based ministry assists needy individuals and families in the Concho Valley, providing basic life necessities such as food, clothing, housing, utilities, and support for medical needs, transportation and prescriptions. The City of San Angelo was awarded $100,000 for the final paseo link from Celebration Bridge to the Terraced Plaza. The project will provide aesthetic and handicap accessible improvements to an area that now functions as the heart of the City in regard to recreational, civic and cultural events. Increased use by residents and visitors is anticipated with overall improvement to the downtown area. Lake Ivie Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $3,690 for hand-held radios. The VFD is located in Concho County and serves an area around Lake Ivie which includes ten subdivisions with approximately 175 homes. Responding to fifteen grass fires and one structure fire in 2005, the department covers Concho, Runnels and Coleman counties. San Angelo Emergency Corps was awarded $9,395.19 for training equipment. Established in 1955, the Emergency Corps maintains ambulances which respond to calls within Tom Green County outside San Angelo city limits. They provide stand-by ambulances on a donation basis for many public functions including football games, bike races, Spring Chicken Affair, and the Stock Show and Rodeo. United Way of the Concho Valley was awarded $40,380 to provide new computers, an updated server, software and staff training. The new technology will replace a ten-year old system and provide for secure and more efficient operation and administration of funding and support for twenty United Way agencies. As their goals state, the agencies impact our community by: o preparing children for success o building strong, safe families o helping seniors live independently and actively and o providing support to strengthen our community. Applications for Foundation funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. Contact Tom Early or Vicki Ford at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, TX. Phone (325) 486.0185, write Post Office Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550 or email sahf.tx@sahfoundation.org. Contacts at recipient organizations: Angelo Civic Theatre, Lisa Roberts (325) 949-4400 Christians in Action, Carl Hansen (325) 655-5127 City of San Angelo, Rick Weise (325) 657-4241 Lake Ivie VFD, Carol Sessom (325) 732-4422 San Angelo Emergency Corps, Myron Schmiedekamp (325) 658-2935 United Way, Carol Harrison (325) 949-3716 First quarter grant awards total $466,000
April 04, 2006
April 3, 2006: Chairman of the Board T. Richey Oliver announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $466,000 to six area non-profit organizations. Foundation funds will provide enhanced educational opportunities, improved fire protection, nutrition and fitness facilities and support for mental health services. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Angelo State University was awarded $200,000 to develop a simulator teaching lab for the College of Nursing. The Simulation Center will incorporate computer-generated simulations, videography and peer-to-peer interaction to raise the level of instruction and enhance students clinical and decision-making skills during realistic patient-care scenarios. This grant was made possible by a bequest from Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams. Bronte Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $16,000 for a new tanker truck. Created in 1955 to serve East Coke County, the Bronte Volunteer Fire Department averages 80 fire and/or rescue calls each year. With 27 active volunteers, the Bronte Volunteer Fire Department serves the City of Bronte, several small surrounding communities and assists in covering fires in Tom Green, Irion, Sterling, Mitchell, Nolan, Taylor and Runnels counties. Junior Achievement of West Texas was awarded $25,000 to support their San Angelo programs. During the 2004-2005 school year, Junior Achievement volunteers and programs impacted over 7,200 West Texas students with hands-on economic education programs. The rigorous courses about free enterprise and access to positive role models in the community give young people tools for success and improved self-esteem. Menard County was awarded $50,000 to construct and furnish a Multi-purpose Center. The new 17,224 square foot facility will provide a quality recreation, fitness and learning facility and rehab center for the children and adults of Menard County. Foundation funds are designated for the Senior Citizen Center which will include a kitchen and dining area for congregate meals and events, as well as a safe place for supervised exercise, rehab and recreation. MHMR Services of the Concho Valley was awarded $50,000 for capital infrastructure support. MHMR serves children and adults who live with mental illness, mental retardation or autism from seven counties including: Tom Green, Concho, Sterling, Irion, Coke, Crockett and Reagan. Foundation funds will provide Automatic External Defibrillators for each of their four physical locations and new desktop computers with upgraded software to facilitate clinical recordkeeping. San Angelo Independent School District was awarded $125,000 for construction of a new field house for San Angelo Stadium. The stadium, built in the 1950s primarily for high school athletic programs, seats 17,500 and is the home of the Central and Lakeview football, soccer and track teams as well as ASU Rams football. Health Foundation announces election of officers
January 26, 2006
January 26, 2006: T. Richey Oliver was elected as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation at their recent meeting. Board members are charged with oversight of the disbursement of funds in keeping with the Mission of the Foundation, which is "to enhance the quality of life for the people of the San Angelo area." Mr. Oliver replaces John Mark McLaughlin, who has served as Chairman of the Foundation since 2004. Also elected were Dr. Robert S. Patyrak, Vice Chairman; Mike Boyd as Secretary and H. L. Stone, III as Treasurer. George Alexander, Dr. O. Sterling Gillis III and F. L. Steve Stephens were unanimously re-elected to serve three-year terms on the Board. John Mark McLaughlin, Robert Polunsky and Jean Guthrie Ryon were unanimously elected to the honorary position of Senior Trustee. Others currently serving on the foundation board are Hon. Marilyn Aboussie, Rick DeHoyos, Sande Harrison, Karen Pfluger, Joanne Rice and Dr. Joe B. Wilkinson. Grant awards in excess of $24 million have been committed to area non-profits since grantmaking commenced in 1997. Largest grant announcement to date
December 19, 2005
December 19, 2005: Chairman of the Board J. Mark McLaughlin announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $2,598,155 to fourteen area non-profit organizations. The grants represent the foundations most significant commitment to date in total dollar amount and number of awards in any one quarter. Completing their ninth year of grantmaking, Foundation contributions exceed $24 million to over 130 organizations and 288 projects. In addition to the quarterly grant awards, trustees designated several community organizations which provide for those with special needs during the holiday season to receive seasonal assistance. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: The Tom Green County Library was awarded $1,750,000 toward the relocation and expansion project planned for the former Hemphill-Wells building in downtown San Angelo. The joint effort between the City and County will double the available space and serve library patrons through the year 2025. Amenities planned include but are not limited to: Childrens areas, a Spanish language collection, a large-print collection, additional public-access computers and multi-purpose meeting space. Angelo State University was awarded $10,155 for ultrasound stimulation equipment for use in the Sports Medicine Center and the Athletic Training Department which received accreditation in 2004. The equipment will provide learning opportunities for students enrolled in the Athletic Training program and provide improved treatment for student athletes. Baptist Memorials Center was awarded $500,000 toward the Green House project to construct additional Alzheimers care units. The Green House is designed like a home inside and out to provide care for ten residents per home and will be the first of its kind in the State. The generous gift of Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams, made this bequest through the San Angelo Health Foundation possible. The City of San Angelo was awarded $125,000 for the childrens playground to be constructed at the new Rio Concho Sports Complex and Community Park. Located in eastern San Angelo the dedicated park land will be a multi-use facility with at least 17 forms of recreational opportunities. El Camino Girls Scout Council was awarded $136,000 to construct a pavilion with handicap accessible restrooms, storage and landscaping. Renovations to the existing facility are also planned. The covered pavilion will allow for year-round outdoor scouting activities and use of the downtown riverfront property. Fort Concho National Historic Landmark was awarded $7,000 for shelves and storage equipment for the Fort library/archives in the newly-restored Officers Quarters #7. The Fort has acquired books, papers, monographs, microfilm and journals covering the core themes and missions of frontier/military pioneer history constituting a unique resource. These materials will be restored and properly housed in a climate-controlled environment. Rio Concho Manor was awarded $50,000 toward a replacement chiller to provide adequate cooling of their two high-rise apartment buildings. The Manor provides low-cost and HUD-subsidized housing for residents age sixty-two and older and has maintained 100% occupancy since it was built in the early 1960s. Wall Independent School District was awarded $5,000 for their outdoor classroom project. Plant beds, drip irrigation and a rainwater capture system have already been built by the local 4-H and Parent Teacher Organization. A gazebo is planned to provide space for outdoor instruction in botany, horticulture, entomology and other subjects. Unsolicited seasonal assistance grants for a total amount of $15,000 were also awarded to: Christians in Action, Concho Valley Home for Girls/Children's Emergency Shelter, HOPE HOUSE/CASA, House of Faith, the local Salvation Army and San Angelo State School Volunteer Services Council. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. Contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, TX. Phone (325) 486.0185, write P. O. Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550. Contacts at recipient organizations: Tom Green County Library, Larry Justiss 655-7321 Angelo State University, Rhonda McClung 942-2116 Baptist Memorials Center, Wes Wells 655-7391 City of San Angelo, Rick Weise 657-4241 El Camino Girl Scout Council, Nancy Henderson 655-8961 Fort Concho, Bob Bluthardt 481-2646 Rio Concho Manor, Kim Hodge 653-3351 Wall ISD, Kay Thompson 224-5621 Christians in Action, Carl Hansen 655-5127 Concho Valley Home for Girls, Sammye Ruppeck 655-3821 HOPE HOUSE, Debra Brown 653-HOPE House of Faith, Kevin Reynolds or Rachel Beaver 949-6510 Salvation Army, Capt Kevin Taylor 655-6981 San Angelo State School, Sherry Smith 465-2557 Grant awards announced
September 29, 2005
October 4, 2005: Chairman of the Board J. Mark McLaughlin announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $740,259 to eight area non-profit organizations. Funding will provide expanded educational programs, improved housing and enhanced services for seniors, as well as recreational and cultural opportunities for the youth in our community. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) was awarded $10,252 for laptop computers and printers for their tax assistance and preparation program. Local volunteers provided assistance through their Tax-Aide service to over 2,000 individuals last year. Christmas in April of San Angelo was awarded $50,000 toward their roofing initiative. Christmas in April provides safe, secure and weather-proof homes to low income elderly and disabled homeowners in Tom Green and Sterling Counties. Coke County was awarded $50,000 toward the renovation of their community swimming pool in Bronte. The renovation will bring the facility up to Health Department standards, make it ADA compliant and provide a safe place for children and adults to swim. East Coke County Hospital District (dba Bronte Health & Rehab Center) was awarded $40,407 for a replacement generator and new walk-in cooler/freezer. The 64 bed facility provides hospice and long term care for senior citizens of Coke, Nolan, Runnels and Tom Green Counties. They also prepare daily meals for the Senior Citizen Center in Bronte. The generous gift of Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams, made this bequest through the San Angelo Health Foundation possible. Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) was awarded $50,000 to provide additional staff and operating funds. Begun in 2003 in the San Angelo area, this non-denominational Christ based organization assists athletes, coaches and others develop positive moral, ethical and spiritual values through their One way to play drug free substance abuse prevention program, camps and support groups. James Phillips Williams Memorial Foundation was awarded $39,600 to expand and renovate their existing facility. The organization, which was established in 1985, provides educational instruction for children with dyslexia and other learning differences. They train teachers who in turn instruct students in alphabetic phonics, offer parent education classes and diagnostic testing services. The office houses an extensive library open to teachers and the public. San Angelo Area Foundation was awarded $400,000 in match funds toward scholarship endowments established with the San Angelo Area Foundation. The community foundation was started by San Angelo Health Foundation in 2001 to raise and manage endowments for donors and charities to increase philanthropy for our community. San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts was awarded $100,000 to acquire and renovate space for educational programs, housing for visiting artists, an art studio and storage and display area. The Museum, begun in 1981, has organized nationally recognized art education programs, a Childrens Museum and Ceramic Competition. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. Contact Ted Lawler, Administrative Specialist, 325.949.3785 Chuck Hohn, Executive Director, 325.657.8429 Coke County, Judge Roy Blair, 325.453.2641 East Coke County Hospital District, John DiFrancesco, 325.473.3621 Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Jason Bernick, 325.949.3753 San Angelo Area Foundation, Matt Lewis, 325.947.7071 San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, Howard Taylor, 325.653.3333 $564,829 awarded to seven area non-profits
June 27, 2005
June 27, 2005: Chairman of the Board J. Mark McLaughlin announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $564,829 to seven area non-profit organizations. Community organizations providing programs for youth development, physical fitness, primary health care for children and families, healthy child and family development, housing assistance for families and food distribution for needy clients received grant commitments this quarter. Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Angelo Civic Theatre was awarded $20,000 to provide a Master Plan for their programming and facilities use. The Civic Theatre has provided main stage productions continuously since 1952 and offers childrens theatre, teen theatre and intern programs with three paid staff and over 300 participating volunteers. Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Angelo was awarded $75,000 to establish a new program in San Angelo. This organization matches adult mentors with youth from predominantly single parent situations to provide positive role models and character-building activities. Christoval Independent School District was awarded $15,000 to provide an outdoor activity field for the elementary school and community of Christoval in an effort to promote health and fitness. The project will provide space for more strenuous physical activity, such as flag football, soccer and obstacle courses. Concho Valley Regional Food Bank was awarded $20,408 for new hardware and software to support their operation. Since 1983 the local Food Bank has distributed donated and salvage grocery products to 97 charities and churches with food programs for needy clientele. In 2004 alone they distributed 1.2 million pounds or approximately 4.8 million servings of food. Galilee Community Development Corporation was awarded $65,658 to construct new homes in targeted neighborhoods. This organization assists low to moderate income families that do not qualify for public housing in obtaining decent, affordable housing. Healthy Families San Angelo was awarded $150,000 over two years for the Building Strong and Healthy Families initiative. This initiative is one of six pilot research sites in the nation. The purpose of this early intervention home-based program is to promote healthy child development and enhance family functioning. The additional emphasis of this initiative is to also nurture stable and healthy relationships between parents, emphasize the importance of two-parent couples and pave the way for marriage and enduring self-sufficiency. SAISD San Jacinto School Health Clinic was awarded $218,763 for renovation of a facility to expand their childrens primary health care and family education services. The clinic, which is managed by the ASU Nursing Department, serves 900 children providing primary health care, sick visits, immunizations and check ups. It is also a training site for ASU nursing students. The generous gift of Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams, made this bequest through the San Angelo Health Foundation possible. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. Contact Contacts at recipient organizations: Angelo Civic Theatre, Lisa Roberts, Director, 325.949.4400 Big Brothers Big Sisters, Jenie Keeney, Regional Director, 325.374.0319 Christoval ISD, Jerry Rauterkus, Administrator of Special Programs, 325.896.2044 Concho Valley Regional Food Bank, Lee Pipkin, Executive Director, 325.655.3231 Galilee Community Development Corp, Rev. Floyd Crider, 325.658.5823 Healthy Families San Angelo, SAISD, Steve Van Hoozer, 325.947.3759 and/or Linda Ferguson, ASU, 942.2216 ext 265 Health Foundation provides funding to local groups
March 30, 2005
Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Community Partners was awarded $5,000 for emergency supplies for their Rainbow Room. Abused and neglected children served by the Texas Department of Child Protective Services benefit from items stocked in the Rainbow Room, such as baby food and formula, baby furniture, clothing, diapers, groceries, household supplies, hygiene products and lice kits. Esperanza Health and Dental Centers was awarded $313,780 to replace their technology system and convert to Electronic Medical Records and Practice Management software. This project will reduce time spent entering medical information, provide quicker access to patient records from multiple locations, increase the number of patients served and enable Esperanza to do their own billing. Meet in the Middle was awarded $50,000 for second year operations for this new agency. They provide supervised visitation in child custody cases when so ordered by the court. They began offering services in July 2004 and have served 68 children and 25 families. Wesley Daily Bread Program was awarded $175,000 to renovate and expand their existing kitchen and purchase kitchen equipment. The all volunteer program began in 1984 and, with the support of local churches, provides Z. I. Hale Museum Foundation was awarded $11,000 to complete the restoration of the Rock Hotel which was built in 1909 in Winters, Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. or contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at Contacts at recipient organizations: Stacy Byrd, Community Partners, (325) 675.7384 Mike Campbell, Esperanza Health, (325) 223.8129 Glenn Luhrs, Meet in the Middle, (325) 486.9529 Mary Hankins, Wesley Daily Bread, (325) 651.5784 or 653.9028 Randall Conner,
SAHF announces recent grant awards
December 30, 2004
December 20, 2004: Chairman of the Board J. Mark
McLaughlin announced that the Trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation
recently awarded $104,913 to ten area non-profit organizations.
Approximately $20 million have been committed to 247 projects with the
completion of our eighth year of grantmaking. In addition to the quarterly
grant awards, trustees designated several community organizations which provide
for those with special needs during the holiday season to receive seasonal
assistance.
Grants Chair F. L. Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Adult Day Care of San Angelo was awarded $21,882 for replacement recliners for their elderly and disabled clients. The center, which was established in 1987, provides daily supervision and medical oversight of individuals with chronic diseases or disabilities, serving up to 68 clients at any time and 120 families per year. Christmas in April was awarded $30,000 toward their Emergency Repair and Community Warehouse programs. The recipients are low-income elderly or disabled citizens who own and live in their own homes. Crockett County Care Center was awarded $10,000 for a new nurse responder call system. The nursing home located in Ozona, Texas, has provided continuous care since 1974 for 45 to 50 residents. East Concho Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $10,000 toward the purchase of a pumper truck. The department covers 250 square miles and covers the communities of Veribest and Mereta, responding to over 30 calls each year. West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind was awarded $18,031 for capital equipment, materials and shipping charges to establish a new product line to employ additional clients. This organization has provided services and employment to the visually impaired population in the area since 1964. Unsolicited seasonal assistance grants for a total amount of $15,000 were also awarded to: Christians in Action, Concho Valley Home for Girls/Children's Emergency Shelter, HOPE HOUSE/CASA, House of Faith and the local Salvation Army. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. or contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, Texas. Phone (325) 486.0185, or write P. O. Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550. Contacts at recipient organizations: Marilyn Aboussie and Joanne Rice nominated as New Trustees
November 02, 2004
The San Angelo Health Foundation recently nominated new trustees Marilyn Aboussie and Joanne Rice. Board members are charged with oversight of the disbursement of funds in keeping with the mission of the Foundation, which is "to enhance the quality of life for the people of the San Angelo area." Joanne Rice, Assistant Superintendent of San Angelo Independent School District, holds a Bachelor of Science in Math and Pre Law and Masters in Education Degrees from Lamar University. An educator and administrator in the Silsbee and San Angelo Independent School Districts for many years, she also served on many volunteer boards and committees, particularly those benefiting young people. Ms. Rice currently serves on the Board of Directors for United Way, the West Texas Training Center and the YMCA. She served as Co-chair for the Friends of Youth Campaign for the YMCA. Past appointments include: Hospice of San Angelo, Leadership San Angelo Board of Directors, San Angelo Schools Foundation and San Angelo Business Education Coalition. She is a member of Southland Baptist Church. She and her husband, Truman, have five children and six grandchildren. Chief Justice Marilyn Aboussie (retired), is a graduate of Midwestern University and the University of Texas School of Law. Ms. Aboussie practiced law in Houston and San Angelo, Texas, until her appointment as the first judge of the newly created 340th District Court in Tom Green County. In 1986, she was appointed to a vacancy on the Court of Appeals for the Third District of Texas. In 1998, she was elected Chief Justice of the court, holding that office until her retirementin January 2003. She continues to serve as a senior judge for the State of Texas and is a certified Mediator. Midwestern State University named her its outstanding alumnus. She is a life member of the Texas Bar Foundation, the American Bar Foundation, Midwestern State University Ex-Students' Association and the University of Texas Ex-Students'Association. She Chaired the Judicial Section of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Center for the Judiciary, the Council of Chief Justices and as judicial member of the State Bar Board of Directors and the Texas Bar Foundation Board of Trustees. She is on the professional advisory board for St Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis and for Southern Women in Public Service at the Stennis Center for Public Service at Mississippi State University. She has served on numerous State Bar and Supreme Court committees, many boards and commissions around the state and is a frequent speaker and lecturer at civic events and professional seminars. Locally, Ms. Aboussie is a sustaining member of the Junior League of San Angelo, a founding board member of Hospice of San Angelo, Angel of the San Angelo Schools Foundation, former trustee of Angelo Community Hospital and member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church. She and her husband, John Hay, have one son. San Angelo Health Foundation Awards $577,256 to Eight Area Organizations
September 27, 2004
$577,256 has been awarded by the San Angelo Health Foundation to eight area organizations, Chairman of the Board J. Mark McLaughlin announced today. "These funds will provide enhanced local health services, recreational and fitness opportunities for youth and senior citizens and substance abuse prevention programs through our schools. The San Angelo Health Foundation considers requests for funding on a quarterly basis and has committed in excess of $20 million for community facilities and projects since we began making grants in March of 1997." Grants Chair Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council for the Concho Valley was awarded $62,286 for substance abuse prevention education services for youth. Youth ages 6 to 18 in fifteen elementary schools, five junior high schools and two high schools within SAISD, Sonora ISD and Grape Creek ISD, as well as Tom Green County Juvenile Probation Department and Concho Valley Home for Girls participated in their programs during the last school year. American Cancer Society was awarded a $50,000 challenge grant to upgrade their San Angelo office, which serves nine counties: Tom Green, Concho, McCulloch, Mason, Menard, Kimble, Sutton, Schleicher and Irion. Education, research and patient services including wigs, breast prosthesis/bras, wheelchairs, beds and rails, canes, walkers and other home health equipment and guest rooms were provided to 467 individuals in 2003. This grant was made possible by a bequest from Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams. Angelo Health Center was awarded a $115,084 challenge grant toward the purchase of a facility. The family planning clinic provides services to uninsured and underserved clientele and served 1,546 patients in 2003. The clinic also provides in-house HIV and STD testing, prenatal care and other services. This grant was made possible by a bequest from Myrtle Williams in honor of her parents, William Harden Williams and Mary Eveline Holmes Williams. The City of San Angelo was awarded $50,000 to purchase fitness equipment for use by the Senior Citizens Center in downtown San Angelo. Individuals regularly engaging in physical activity have fewer medical problems and medical expenses, avoid frail health and loss of function associated with aging. The user friendly equipment will provide increased opportunities for individuals 55 years of age and over to exercise on a regular basis. El Camino Girl Scout Council was awarded $135,338 to construct a covered pavilion with handicap restrooms, storage, picnic tables, landscaping and a firepit. The developed riverfront will provide space for additional outdoor activities essential to the scouting program. Over 1900 girls participate in the El Camino Council each year with 738 of those from Tom Green County. Fellowship of Christian Athletes was awarded $60,000 for second year operations and for two additional interns. The interdenominational organization uses a faith-based sports analogy and influence of prominent sports figures to model positive moral, ethical and spiritual values in young people through groups called "Huddles", summer camps and special activities. Thirty-one "Huddles" were established in area schools during the 2003-2004 school year. Kimble Hospital in Junction, Texas was awarded $30,048 for patient care equipment and computers. Kimble Hospital is the only designated Trauma Center within a 60-mile radius and provides emergency and primary care to residents and visitors of Kimble, Edwards and Menard Counties. San Angelo Youth Baseball Foundation was awarded $74,500 for improvements to their baseball facility at 4565 Arden Road. Established in 2002, they have completed Phase I of a year-round baseball facility and increased youth participation in the sport of baseball. The organization hosted over 200 games and 20 clinics and training camps for players and coaches this past year. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. or contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, Texas. Phone (325) 486.0185, or write P. O. Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550. Contacts at recipient organizations: Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council, Eric Sanchez (325) 224.3481 American Cancer Society, Barbi Jones (325) 944.2509 Angelo Health Center, Kellie Winger (325) 486.1135 City Recreation Department, LaRonda Trammell (325) 657.4450 El Camino Girl Scouts, Nancy Henderson (325) 655.8961 Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Jason Bernick (325) 949.3954 Kimble Hospital, Marlene Jones (325) 446.3321 San Angelo Youth Baseball, John Cross (325) 658.5555 San Angelo Health Foundation Awards $698,164 to Eleven Area Organizations
June 29, 2004
$698,164 has been awarded by the San Angelo Health Foundation to eleven area organizations, Chairman of the Board J. Mark McLaughlin announced today. "These funds will provide recreational opportunities for youth and families, mentoring programs for at-risk youth, enhanced services for senior citizens, renovated educational facilities and support for local mental health programs. The San Angelo Health Foundation considers requests for funding on a quarterly basis and has committed in excess of $19 million for community facilities and projects in our seven years of grantmaking." Grants Chair Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: Angelo State University was awarded $79,047 for classroom renovation and upgraded technology for the College of Business and Professional Studies. ASU is refurbishing classrooms to provide a more conducive learning environment and to enhance efforts to recruit students and professors. The Boys and Girls Club of San Angelo was awarded $68,996 to replace the gym floor in their Northside facility and to provide additional programming emphasizing physical fitness, nutrition and family support of youth activities. The Boys and Girls Clubs have 768 members between the two local clubs and serve thousands of additional youth each year with community-wide events. The City of San Angelo was awarded $220,910 for improvements to Kids' Kingdom Park and playground. A covered pavilion is planned, as well as additional parking, restrooms, drainage and irrigation, handicapped accessible walkways, a drinking fountain, security lighting and other amenities. The City of Sterling City was awarded a challenge grant of $45,000 for improvements to their City Park and lighting for a Little League Baseball Field in an effort to increase the quality and availability of recreational activities at the Sterling City Park and to comply with National Little League regulations. A Community Effort was awarded $35,000 for their newly established mentoring program. The site based program matches adult volunteer mentors with at-risk youth ages 5 to 18 to provide guidance and positive role models. Concho County Nutrition Program was awarded $17,500 for a new cargo van. Both congregate and home delivered meals are served three to five days a week in Eden, Paint Rock, Eola and Millersview. Crockett County Care Center was awarded $2,750 to provide positive latching devices on resident doors to ensure their safety and meet government requirements. House of Faith was awarded $78,961 for equipment and improvements for their facility. House of Faith was established in 1993 to minister to children at risk for gang involvement, delinquency and substance abuse and currently serves 1,500 children each week. James Phillips Williams Memorial Foundation was awarded $25,000 toward the purchase of a permanent facility. The organization trains teachers in alphabetic phonics to enhance the education of children with dyslexia and other learning differences. San Angelo State School Volunteer Services Council was awarded $70,000 for improvements to the Camp Williams Regional Recreation Park. Most of the 292 residents of the State School have dual diagnosis, mental retardation and mental illness. The addition of a Pavilion with ADA restrooms will enable many more of the residents to benefit from the park. Tom Green County Mental Health Deputy Unit was awarded $55,000 for two new vehicles. The Mental Health Deputy Unit provides crisis intervention and criminal justice liaison services to individuals with severe and chronic mental illness, reducing the number of mentally ill individuals incarcerated during a crisis by transporting them to an appropriate treatment facility. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. or contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, Texas. Phone (325) 486.0185, or write P. O. Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550. Contacts at recipient organizations: Angelo State University, Dr. Norman Sunderman 325.942.2046 x 245 Boys and Girls Club, Jose Mata 325.655.8343 City of San Angelo, Rick Weise 325.657-4241 City of Sterling City, Carmen Barber 325.378.2359 A Community Effort, Jenie Keeney, 325.224.4840 Concho County Nutrition Program, Lisa Jost 325.732.4279 Crockett County Care Center, Benny Gibbs 325.392.2671 House of Faith, Kevin Reynolds 325.486.8637 James Phillips Williams Memorial Foundation, Mary Ann Cochran 325.655.2331 San Angelo State School Volunteer Services Council, Shelley Gregg 325.465.2726 Tom Green County Mental Health Deputy Unit, Alvie Hester 325.234.6876 or 325.278.3191 pager San Angelo Health Foundation Awards $467,951 to Eight Area Non-Profit Organizations
March 29, 2004
Chairman of the Board J. Mark McLaughlin announced that the trustees of the San Angelo Health Foundation recently awarded $467,951 to eight area non-profit organizations. Mr. McLaughlin said, "San Angelo Health Foundation has committed in excess of $18.8 million to community projects in our seven years of grantmaking." Grants Chair Steve Stephens said the following applications for funding were approved: The City of Junction was awarded $80,000 to build a new animal shelter. They provide animal control services for the 1,252 square miles of Kimble County. The new facility will provide space for animal quarantine, public access for pet adoptions and meet regulations to ensure public health.Unsolicited seasonal assistance grants for a total amount of $15,000 were also awarded to: Christians in Action, Concho Valley Home for Girls/Children's Emergency Shelter, HOPE HOUSE/CASA, House of Faith and the local Salvation Army. Applications for funding are accepted on an on-going basis. Visit the Foundation website at www.sahfoundation.org. or contact Tom Early (tomearly@sahfoundation.org) or Vicki Ford (vford@sahfoundation.org) at the Foundation office at 426 West Avenue B, San Angelo, Texas. Phone (325) 486.0185, or write P. O. Box 3550, San Angelo TX 76902-3550. Contacts at recipient organizations: City of Junction, Vivian Saiz, City Secretary, (325) 446-2622 City of San Angelo, Rick Weise, Parks & Recreation Service Area Director, (325) 657-4241 District XI Science and Engineering Competition, Steve Skinner, Director (325)944-3316 Meet in the Middle, Scott Marlar, Board President (325) 659-8929 Quail Valley VFD, Shane Crimm, Asst Fire Chief, (325) 944-0065 Rio Concho Retirement Community, Kim Hodge, Manager, (325) 653-3351 Wall VFD, S. Deen Dickson, Fire Chief (325) 651-7543 YMCA, David Hodges, CEO, (325) 655-9106 |
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