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Every Cent Counts | Summer 2022
Pilgrimage Journey
Sister Teresa Yoon, CSJ, who serves as an oncology social worker at Providence St. Jude Medical Center, embarked on a solo 595-mile pilgrimage through Spain as a fundraiser for underserved families at our Crosson Cancer Institute. With only a simple backpack, Sister Yoon traveled for 40 days and raised over $40,000 to benefit the Community Health Investment Cancer Patient and Family Fund. Hear more of her inspiring story at stjudememorialfoundation.org/camino.
Family Bond
The family race team “Josephine Group” came together to organize a fundraiser for the medical center in honor of the 90-year-old matriarch of their family, Josephine. The family and Josephine herself participated in the Santa Claus for a Cause Run to recognize the physicians and caregivers who are currently caring for Josephine through her battle with cancer.
Young Philanthropists
Four students from Arborland Montessori School in Fullerton used their acting talents to voice and dub an English version of the animated Chinese movie The Old Man and Two Mountains. The students used the movie premiere as a fundraiser to raise over $1,700 for cancer patients at Providence St. Jude. Thank you to Brianna, Jolie, James, Alec and Principal Dr. Sueling Chen for hosting this thoughtful fundraiser.
Fundraise Your Way
There are many ways to support Providence St. Jude Medical Center — from online fundraising pages to honoring a loved one. Find the one that fits you at stjudememorialfoundation.org/ways-to-give.
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Quiet Generosity
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Humble Champion
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Expanding Hope
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Glamour and Gratitude
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Easing the Healing Journey
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Partner in Philanthropy
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Every Cent Counts | Spring 2025
Inspiring stories of generosity and the remarkable ways people give back to their communities
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Navigating the Cancer Journey
When Jane was diagnosed with breast cancer, Nurse Navigator Angela Acevedo became her advocate, guide and support -- from the initial meeting with the oncologist to the final chemotherapist treatment. I will never forget all the ways Angela helped me through a very difficult time in my life,” reflects Jane.
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Minutes that make a difference
Michael Lora woke up not knowing he would be fighting for his life later that day. Within hours he was being transported to St. Joseph Hospital Emergency Care Center. He was immediately met by a team of nurses and doctors, including Dr. Peter Smethurst who recommended antibiotics which ended up saving his life.
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The heart of the matter
“I was a ticking time bomb. A heart attack waiting to happen.” Carrol was informed she needed immediate bypass surgery, but a rare genetic disorder would make it unsafe to perform. That’s when St. Joseph Hospital came through with a new, minimally invasive technique.
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A life devoted to caring
Shirley Moretti, a donor and friend, said it best. “When we focus on others, we learn about ourselves.” Giving back to others was one of her greatest joys in life — it filled her heart and inspired countless others to follow in her footsteps.
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Leaving a legacy through giving
A dedicated and compassionate caregiver at St. Joseph Hospital for decades, Melvin Schwartz and his wife demonstrated their friendship and support for the Hospital by establishing a legacy through a generous charitable planned gift.
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One of the best ever
More than 300 golfers enjoyed a day that included two 18-hole courses of golf and raised more than $405,000 in support of the St. Joseph Hospital’s Cardiovascular Program.
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A record-breaking event
Supported by Marsha Moeller and presented by Centaurus Financial, Inc. and The Gooding-Barry and Immell Families, Celebration 2019 raised a record-breaking $676,000 for the Nursing Center of Excellence while celebrating 90 years of healing at St. Joseph Hospital.
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