The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital

03/14/2026

is about celebrating the people and institutions that make St. Louis the prideful city it is! 💙Barnes-Jewish Hospital is proud to serve as a world class hospital while also being here for our neighbors every day.

Today, we invite you to support the hospital that cares for our city with a gift in honor of 314 Day. 🔗 https://ow.ly/y4ge50Yrj1l

03/13/2026

We were proud to celebrate the installation of Dr. Bernadette Henrichs as the Jack Taylor Dean and Professor at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing last Friday. A nationally recognized leader in nursing education and anesthesiology, Dr. Henrichs has dedicated her career to advancing academic excellence, research, and mentorship for the next generation of nurse leaders.

Her installation honors both her remarkable career and the philanthropic support that helps strengthen nursing education at Goldfarb.

Read more about the installation ceremony and Dr. Henrichs’ leadership journey ➡️ https://ow.ly/fmeB50YtBL0

03/11/2026

For generations, St. Louis has turned to Barnes-Jewish Hospital for care, hope, and some of medicine’s most important breakthroughs.

Through world-class patient care, innovative treatments, and thousands of exceptional caregivers, the hospital continues to be a pillar of this city. The Foundation is proud to support the institution that helps care for St. Louis every day.

I am the #1 hospital in St. Louis and Missouri, and a national leader in medicine. 🏥

I am the primary teaching hospital for WashU Medicine, training extraordinary nurses and the next generation of physicians to deliver excellence in care. 🎓

I am a pioneer of breakthrough treatments—home to one of the world’s largest lung transplant programs and the site of the world’s first double-lung transplant. 🫁

I am a destination for healing across almost all specialties, and a beacon of hope for patients facing the most complex diagnoses. 🧬

I am a partner in our city’s health, investing millions of dollars in our community to help our neighbors thrive. 🤝

I am 10,000+ physicians, nurses, technicians, and staff members providing world-class care to every patient, every day. ❤️

I am Barnes-Jewish Hospital. ✨

I am St. Louis.

03/11/2026

In the newest issue of Town&Style, Dr. Timothy Eberlein shares how Siteman Cancer Center is advancing cancer care and improving the health of the St. Louis community—from innovative research to mobile vans bringing screenings and care directly to neighborhoods.

The story also highlights the impact of philanthropy through the Foundation and the Illumination Gala, which helps fuel the next wave of cancer breakthroughs.

With Illumination Gala returning June 6, we look forward to another inspiring evening celebrating progress and the power of our community coming together to support cancer research.

Read the full story➡️

Every year, more than 75,000 patients visit Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine. Around 12,000 of the people who walk through the center’s doors are dealing …

03/08/2026

In recognition of and , we’re proud to have supported last week’s Echo Collective STL event at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. The initiative brings together established women leaders and emerging women professionals to build meaningful connection and relationship through two-way mentorship enhancing female talent in STL and strengthening our community.

Attendees had the opportunity to tour the new Plaza West Tower and learn about Barnes-Jewish Hospital's investment in our community from Paula Fessler, Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President for Patient Care Services at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. As she shared insights from her leadership journey and BJC's commitment to advancing health care locally, attendees were left inspired and empowered.

03/06/2026

✨ Just 3 months until the 2026 Illumination Gala! ✨

Our host, St. Louis’ own Justin Willman, is back—and he’s bringing surprises, special guests, and all the magic you love for an unforgettable evening of hope, celebration, and philanthropy. 💫

Stay tuned… the countdown is officially on!

03/04/2026

This , we’re highlighting the rising impact of colorectal cancer in young adults and the importance of specialized care. Donor-supported programs at Barnes-Jewish Hospital allow physicians like Dr. Michelle Cowan, MD, FACS, to provide comprehensive care that meets both medical and life challenges for young-onset patients.

Help provide life-changing care and advance research for young adults facing colorectal cancer by making a gift today ➡️ https://ow.ly/2XwC50YpilL

03/02/2026

Last week, volunteers from our corporate partner, Edward Jones and board member Ed Devault, assembled family meal kits for patients and families in need. 💙

As a safety net hospital for the City of St. Louis, Barnes-Jewish Hospital cares for hundreds of thousands of patients each year, including many screened as food insecure. Each kit provides ingredients and simple recipes to prepare approximately 15 meals at home, helping remove barriers to healthy food access and connect families to longer-term support.

Thank you to Edward Jones for investing time and heart into our community!

02/27/2026

“I’m not living for myself now — I’m living for my donor, too.” 💙

After collapsing at work and learning he was in end-stage heart failure, Rick Ethridge received a lifesaving heart transplant at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in 2023.

This , we’re sharing Rick’s story of gratitude for his donor, for the care team who never stopped innovating, and for the nurses who gave him hope when he needed it most. Today, Rick gives back through the Foundation to support research, education, and the next generation of lifesaving care.

Read more of Rick's story here.
https://ow.ly/GP5l50YlglQ

02/25/2026

A “shockingly unique” program at Barnes-Jewish Hospital is earning national attention for supporting moms hospitalized during high-risk pregnancies.

Through Arts + Healthcare, patients in the antepartum unit gather each week to create, connect and share their stories, building community during weeks or even months away from home.

Supported by gifts to The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Arts + Healthcare embeds music, poetry and visual art into care, helping patients and families find strength and renewal when they need it most.

🔗 Read the full story of impact here.

"Pregnancy by itself is a risk factor for depression and anxiety," said Joanna Rosenthal, with the perinatal behavioral health service at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.

02/23/2026

The Siteman Investment Program (SIP) has awarded $2.44 million to 16 research scientists and physicians, funding 13 of the most promising new ideas in cancer research. Supported in part by philanthropic gifts through the Foundation, this critical early-stage funding often determines the ability, success, and rate at which scientific discoveries can progress from early ideas to patient care and treatment.

🔗 Read more about the newest SIP award recipients and their research.
https://ow.ly/t4zF50Yj3Vb

02/19/2026

Congratulations to the 51 BJC HealthCare and WashU Medicine nurses named finalists for the 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards! 🌟

Their dedication, compassion and leadership are what make exceptional patient care possible at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Through philanthropic support, the Foundation is proud to invest in nursing education, professional development, and resources that help our nurses grow and deliver world class care.

See the full list of finalists here ➡️https://ow.ly/KFKH50YhMtI