Saint Mary's Foundation

Saint Mary's Foundation Advancing the mission of Trinity Health Grand Rapids through philanthropy and stewardship.

🌍 World Health Day reminds us that health is more than healthcare—it’s access, equity, and opportunity for all. Today, w...
04/07/2026

🌍 World Health Day reminds us that health is more than healthcare—it’s access, equity, and opportunity for all.

Today, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting healthier individuals, workplaces, and communities. 💜💚

Join us for Wednesday Wellness and stay on top of your own health with tips, insights, and inspiration to support your overall wellbeing.

👉 Explore more: https://www.trinityhealthmichigan.org/blog-articles/wednesday-wellness

🎉 Congratulations, Tammy! 🎉Please join us in celebrating Tammy Prather’s one-year anniversary with Saint Mary’s Foundati...
04/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Tammy! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating Tammy Prather’s one-year anniversary with Saint Mary’s Foundation and Trinity Health Grand Rapids!

As Executive Assistant to:
• Michelle Rabideau, President, Saint Mary’s Foundation – Grand Rapids
• Carolyn Leja, Chief Nursing Officer, Trinity Health Grand Rapids
• Dr. Brandon Francis, Chief Medical Officer, Trinity Health Grand Rapids

Tammy plays a vital role in supporting leadership and advancing our shared mission.

In Tammy’s words: “Being part of Saint Mary’s Foundation and Trinity Health means working with people whose hearts are aligned with their work. My leaders are incredible, my team is amazing, and I truly love what I get to do each day.”

We’re grateful for your dedication, positivity, and impact, Tammy—thank you for all you do, and congratulations on this milestone! 💜💚👏

🎉✨ Celebrating Joan Kessler✨🎉After nearly 30 amazing years of service, we’re thrilled to celebrate Joan Kessler, Philant...
04/06/2026

🎉✨ Celebrating Joan Kessler✨🎉

After nearly 30 amazing years of service, we’re thrilled to celebrate Joan Kessler, Philanthropy Communications Manager, on her retirement on March 31, 2026, from Saint Mary’s Foundation & Trinity Health! 💜💚

From shaping powerful philanthropy stories to supporting transformational milestones—including hospital mergers and a major capital campaign—Joan’s impact can be felt across our organization and community. Her creativity, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to our Mission have made a lasting difference. 🌟

We are incredibly grateful for Joan’s leadership, wisdom, and partnership. Join us in congratulating her on an extraordinary career and wishing her every joy in this well‑earned next chapter! 🎊👏

Thank you, Joan—you will be missed! 💐

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! We wish all those who celebrate a day filled with loved ones, friends and faith as you celebrate the resurrection of Christ.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

On this Good Friday, may the Lord's grace and glory surround and accompany you.Every person matters. Every story matters...
04/03/2026

On this Good Friday, may the Lord's grace and glory surround and accompany you.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

🎨 Guest Artist Spotlight! 🌿Saint Mary’s Foundation is proud to present Tina Vivian as our Guest Artist! A Michigan-based...
04/02/2026

🎨 Guest Artist Spotlight! 🌿

Saint Mary’s Foundation is proud to present Tina Vivian as our Guest Artist! A Michigan-based plein air painter, Tina draws inspiration from the beauty and healing power of nature. Her work captures the quiet magic of lakes, rivers, and woodlands—painted outdoors, in the moment.

🖼️ Original works on display: April–June 2026

Come experience the awe of nature through Tina’s eyes 🌊✨

04/01/2026

We wish you and your loved ones a blessed Passover, both at this year's Seder feast and always.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

03/31/2026

✨ Introducing Mission Minute with Michelle ✨
Each month, Michelle will share a one‑minute reflection on mission, gratitude, and the powerful impact philanthropy is making at Trinity Health Grand Rapids.

We’re starting with a simple truth that guides our work every day: philanthropy is good medicine.

Stay tuned for moments of meaning, purpose, and impact—one minute at a time. 💜💚

🩺Today is Doctors’ Day! Will you share your gratitude?On Doctors’ Day, we pause to honor the physicians of Trinity Healt...
03/30/2026

🩺Today is Doctors’ Day! Will you share your gratitude?

On Doctors’ Day, we pause to honor the physicians of Trinity Health Grand Rapids who show up every day with skill, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to healing. Whether caring for a patient in crisis or offering reassurance during a difficult moment, these physicians serve with hearts grounded in service.

Trinity Health Grand Rapids is deeply grateful for the vital role our doctors play in caring for the community and for the many lives they touch—both in seen and unseen ways.

If you or a loved one are grateful for a Trinity Health Grand Rapids provider, please consider thanking them with a special Doctors’ Day gift to Saint Mary’s Foundation:
👉 https://giving.trinityhealthmichigan.org/SaintMarysFoundation/doctorday

When donating, you may include a note for your physician in the comments section. These messages will be shared with the doctor and they will be honored as a Care Champion. (Gift amounts remain confidential).

Your generosity truly makes a difference. 💜

📚💜 Early literacy is a health equity issue—and Trinity Health Grand Rapids is addressing it at the very start of life.Th...
03/28/2026

📚💜 Early literacy is a health equity issue—and Trinity Health Grand Rapids is addressing it at the very start of life.

Through the Reach Out and Read Michigan program, children receive free, age‑appropriate books during well‑child visits from birth to age five—supporting brain development, strengthening caregiver bonds, and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

🏥✨ Thanks to the Saint Mary’s Foundation, the entire Reach Out and Read effort is fully supported across all seven Trinity Health Grand Rapids primary care offices, ensuring families have access to this powerful resource at every visit.

This investment turns routine health care moments into opportunities for learning, connection, and long‑term impact—proving that when we address root causes early, equity can begin one book at a time. 🌱

👉Learn more - https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/holland-zeeland/holland-nonprofit-tackles-low-reading-scores-by-providing-free-books-during-early-childhood-doctor-visits

Photo by: Alina Hauter/FOX 17
Angela and Emersyn Paasche

💬✨ The 2026 Health Equity Conference was an energizing reminder of the power of collaboration and shared purpose.🎤 Heari...
03/27/2026

💬✨ The 2026 Health Equity Conference was an energizing reminder of the power of collaboration and shared purpose.

🎤 Hearing from leaders like Dr. Nirali Bora of Trinity Health Grand Rapids—and seeing President Matt Biersack, MD participate in open, community‑centered dialogue—reinforced just how interconnected this work truly is.

🤝 When people come together to address root causes, ask hard questions, and pursue meaningful, lasting change, the impact extends far beyond one room or one conversation. These discussions aren’t always easy—but they are essential if we want to move the needle on health equity.

💜 Grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up, lean in, and do this important work together.

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