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Since joining the team, Angela helped drive a remarkable 487 percent growth in St. Charles Foundation’s first quarter 2025 revenue compared to the same period in 2024. She obtained significant grant support in early 2025 for expanding a rural pharmacy program, where annual foundation funding had previously been under 25 thousand dollars. 

Angela streamlined staff roles to allow fundraisers to focus more than 90 percent of their time on donor relationships, which contributed to one team member closing a one million dollar gift and another securing a 500 thousand dollar bequest. She was honored by Cascade Business News in 2024 for her impressive career achievements and community impact.  

My introduction to healthcare philanthropy happened at Children's Therapy Center (CTC): a non-profit, pediatric therapy clinic in Washington State. Working for CTC showed me how important philanthropic support is to ensure the sustainability and expansion of health care services in an ever-changing and unpredictable fee-for-service model.

From a young age, I always knew I wanted to work in the healthcare sector but felt that I could do more leaning into the operational side of the industry, rather than direct patient care. I love that I get to work with our caregivers and donors to make both of their dreams become a reality to improve the health of our community.

Working in philanthropy can be a tough industry. During COVID, I had the fortunate opportunity to work on my health system's community benefit team. That time proved to me that my passion and love for this work ran deeper than I knew. I feel very fortunate that I was able to transition from that role into a leadership role at the Foundation to make an even greater impact on the organization and community.

Travel is a passion of mine because it allows me to meet new people, explore new cultures, gain a broader perspective on the world, and be a continual learner.

Healthcare philanthropy and the healthcare industry changes at a rapid pace. Having a clear understanding of your why and goals, but remaining flexible with your approach and strategy will help you to continue to grow with your health system and donor needs.