Community Health Foundation

Community Health Foundation For more than 50 years, CHF has stood by our families, friends, and neighbors—offering hope, healing, and support when it’s needed most.

Thanks to your compassion and generosity, we’ve provided direct support for over 100,000 of our neighbors. Connecting our community with resources during health care challenges through philanthropic innovations.

Know someone who goes above and beyond for our community? Nominate them for the Outstanding Community Health Awards and ...
04/05/2026

Know someone who goes above and beyond for our community? Nominate them for the Outstanding Community Health Awards and help us celebrate their impact.

Submit here: newcommunityhealth.org/black-cat-ball

Join us at the 21st Black Cat Ball: An Evening in Paris for a magnifique evening honoring local heroes.

⏰ Nominations close May 23 at 5 pm.

The Community Health Foundation is closed today for Good Friday. Wishing you and your loved ones a serene and joyful Eas...
04/03/2026

The Community Health Foundation is closed today for Good Friday. Wishing you and your loved ones a serene and joyful Easter. 🌷

We’re excited to introduce the newest face at CHF—Reece McGrath, our summer marketing intern! Reece is heading to the Un...
04/02/2026

We’re excited to introduce the newest face at CHF—Reece McGrath, our summer marketing intern! Reece is heading to the University of Wyoming this fall to pursue a degree in business, and she’s spending her summer gaining hands-on experience with our team before she goes.

From designing social media graphics to diving into our fundraising software (and so much more!), she’s already jumping right in and making an impact. We can’t wait to show her how meaningful—and powerful—the business side of nonprofit work can be.

Join us in giving Reece a warm welcome to the CHF family!

🚨 Big news: We’re launching our newest program: Emotional Support Goats 🐐Perfect for stressful days, tough weeks, and an...
04/01/2026

🚨 Big news: We’re launching our newest program: Emotional Support Goats 🐐

Perfect for stressful days, tough weeks, and anyone who just needs a little extra bleat of encouragement.

Just kidding… April Fools! 😄

For Lori Cargill, giving back isn’t just something she does—it’s something she lives. After losing a close friend and he...
03/30/2026

For Lori Cargill, giving back isn’t just something she does—it’s something she lives.

After losing a close friend and her mother to cancer, Lori turned her grief into purpose. For more than a decade, she has served on the Cancer Care Committee, helping provide financial support to local patients facing the challenges of treatment.

“Cancer has hit my family hard,” Lori shares, “and I wanted to do something to help others going through the same battle.”

Lori also serves on the Festival of Trees and Paint Gillette Pink committees, both events that financially support the Cancer Care Committee.

When she’s not giving back, Lori is chasing adventure—completing half marathons and traveling the world. Her compassion, energy, and heart continue to make a lasting impact in our community.

We are so grateful for Lori—and the difference she makes every day.

Ne manquez pas ça! We are so excited for the 21st Annual Black Cat Ball An Evening in Paris! 🩷You won’t want to miss you...
03/29/2026

Ne manquez pas ça! We are so excited for the 21st Annual Black Cat Ball An Evening in Paris! 🩷

You won’t want to miss your chance to celebrate the incredible individuals who bring such compassion and heart to healthcare in our community… magnifique! And of course, to support the Foundation as we raise funds for programs that truly change lives.

Nominations for our Outstanding Community Health Awards are open now through May 23: newcommunityhealth.org/black-cat-ball

It’s not too late to join the Gillette Physical Therapy Cancer Care Exercise Program. This program is designed to help s...
03/28/2026

It’s not too late to join the Gillette Physical Therapy Cancer Care Exercise Program. This program is designed to help support energy levels, mobility, and strength during and after cancer treatment. Jara Soost, LAT, ATC, and Chris Clouston, DPT, lead each session with personalized guidance and care.

Classes take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 12–1 pm through April 16. Call (307) 682-4900 if you’d like to join or learn more.

Thanks to the generosity of the donors in our community, participant fees for this program are fully sponsored by the Cancer Care Committee of the Northeast Wyoming Community Health Foundation.

At White's Energy Motors, community isn’t just a word — it’s a way of doing business. For more than a decade, White's En...
03/27/2026

At White's Energy Motors, community isn’t just a word — it’s a way of doing business. For more than a decade, White's Energy Motors has been a proud supporter of the Community Health Foundation.

General Manager Thaine Wilkins first became closely involved through Paint Gillette Pink, supporting Cancer Care. While the dealership had previously participated in Festival of Trees before he stepped into leadership, Paint Gillette Pink deepened his commitment to the Foundation’s mission.

“We support any foundation that helps the people in our community,” Thaine shares.

And support they do. From Paint Gillette Pink to Black Cat Ball and Festival of Trees, White’s Energy Motors consistently shows up — helping raise funds that sustain all the Foundation's programs, from cancer care and hospice to mental health support and scholarships.

His generosity is rooted in gratitude.

“This town and community has been amazing to my family, my dealership, and myself. I try to pay it forward any way I can.”

Thaine’s journey with White’s Energy Motors mirrors that commitment. He started at the dealership in 2008 at just 19 years old as a sales associate. Eighteen years later, he now serves as General Manager — and continues the store’s long-standing tradition of community involvement and leadership.

Perhaps his favorite philosophy says it best: “The three most important words in the English language are ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’”

Thank you, White’s Energy Motors, for leading with heart and helping us ensure no one in our community faces a health crisis alone.

This year, our community came together in a big way. The Community Health Foundation raised $1.4 million to support loca...
03/26/2026

This year, our community came together in a big way. The Community Health Foundation raised $1.4 million to support local health programs and services. A big part of this came from special events, along with donations, investments, and other support.

We used $758,955 to carry out our mission—helping people in our community stay healthy and get the care they need.

✔️ Over $422,000 went directly to programs that help patients and families
✔️ Only 18% went to overhead costs, which is lower than the national average

That means 82 cents of every dollar goes straight to helping people right here at home.

Thank you for making this possible! Together, we are building a healthier community.

Learn more in our Impact Report: newcommunityhealth.org/annual-report

At Clear Creek Counseling, Dale and Ginny Oedekoven walk alongside clients facing some of life’s hardest moments — su***...
03/25/2026

At Clear Creek Counseling, Dale and Ginny Oedekoven walk alongside clients facing some of life’s hardest moments — su***de loss, unexpected death, and major trauma.

But for many, the biggest barrier isn’t willingness to heal… it’s the cost of care.

That’s where Hope Source comes in.

“Through HOPE grants, we’re able to continue working with clients who might otherwise go without care,” Ginny shares.

Because of your support of Hope Source, individuals don’t have to choose between paying bills and prioritizing their mental health. They can continue care with a provider they trust — and begin to heal.

This is what your generosity makes possible: More access. More continuity. More hope.

Thank you to Trends Furniture, Inc  for supporting mental health in our community! This fun donation helps you get a lit...
03/25/2026

Thank you to Trends Furniture, Inc for supporting mental health in our community! This fun donation helps you get a little closer to purchasing furniture in their community-focused store.

From May 10–16, during Mental Health Awareness Week, our Bids of Hope Online Auction will help bring those conversations into the open—and more importantly, connect people to care. Because here’s what we’re seeing in our community:

Demand for Hope Source has grown nearly 50% year over year.

Since launching in 2023, the program has helped more than 150 neighbors access mental health counseling across Northeast Wyoming.

Every single grant means someone doesn’t have to navigate it alone and keep that connection to a licensed mental health professional.

We’re still inviting businesses and individuals to:
• Create a basket to auction
• Donate items to be included
• Sponsor the event

🔗 Learn more or get involved: newcommunityhealth.org/bids-of-hope

03/23/2026

Do you know someone who makes a difference in healthcare? This is your chance to shine a light on those who give their all to care for others by nominating them for a Outstanding Community Health Award.

Whether they're on the frontlines, behind the scenes, or volunteering their time—we want to hear their story. If they’ve improved lives through their work, leadership, or dedication to our community’s well-being—they deserve to be honored.

Nominations open March 23-May 23, 2026. Honor your nominee here: newcommunityhealth.org/black-cat-ball

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1901 Energy Court, Suite 265
Gillette, WY
82718

Telephone

+13072577057

Website

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