The Children's Neurological Center - JFK Medical Center

Auxiliary Concludes
Milestone Year
T
he Auxiliary of the JFK
Medical Center Foundation
had plenty to celebrate in 2006, as
it concluded one of the most exciting
years in the organization’s history. At
its General Meeting held in October,
Auxiliary Co-Presidents Judith L. Spiegel
and Doris B. De Sarno presented a check
to John P. McGee, President/CEO of
Solaris Health System, symbolizing the
fulfillment of the Auxiliary’s $3 million
pledge to JFK Medical Center. The pledge
was committed in 2000 and represents the
largest gift ever issued by the Auxiliary.
“This was a thrilling moment for us and a
very big milestone in the life of the
Auxiliary,” stated Mrs. Spiegel.
That donation was followed by a second
check representing the Auxiliary’s initial
payment toward its $2.5 million pledge
to the JFK Medical Center’s 2004 Capital
Campaign. The money is earmarked for
the new ambulatory care building,
which will be named JFK Auxiliary
Ambulatory Care Plaza in honor of the
organization’s generosity.
These landmark gifts were garnered
though the Auxiliary’s ongoing fundraising
Auxiliary Co-Presidents Judith L. Spiegel and Doris B. De Sarno
present a $3 million check to Scott Gebhard, Executive Vice President/
COO of JFK Medical Center, John P. McGee, President/CEO of
Solaris Health System, fulfilling their pledge to JFK Medical Center.
8 | SPRING 2007
TouchingLives
initiatives, highlighted in 2006 by the 43rd
Annual Ball, A Touch of Class. Held on
April 29, the event broke the record books
by generating $171,000 while honoring
several of the Auxiliary’s most devoted
supporters: Nossratollah Hooshangi, MD,
PA, Director of JFK Medical Center’s
Division of Neurosurgery; A. Joyce Busch;
Robert H. Busch and All-State Legal
“
We have large goals
and much more to
celebrate in
”
the coming year!
—Judith L. Spiegel—
Supply. The Heather Twig of the Auxiliary
hosted another highly successful benefit,
the “Fall into Fashion” luncheon and
fashion show, held on October 29 at the
Metuchen Golf & Country Club. Over
150 guests lined the runway to raise over
$10,000 for the Mary Anne Hale Pavilion
of Haven Hospice.
In addition to its philanthropic work, the
Auxiliary also sustained
its commitment to
community outreach,
including a fitness program
for area middle
schools, nursing home
activities and scholarship
awards to deserving
students pursuing
advanced education.
“These accomplishments
wouldn’t have
been possible without
the diligence and hard
work of past presidents,
board members, auxilians
and the many vol-
Mary Anne Hale at the Fall into Fashion
Luncheon
unteers who have dedicated so much of
their time and efforts to these projects,”
asserted Mrs. Spiegel. “I am proud to
report that we have raised a grand total of
over $11 million for JFK Medical Center,
while also promoting health and wellness
in our community.”
The Auxiliary looks forward to continued
festivities in 2007 as it prepares to commemorate
its 45th anniversary this fall.
Added Mrs. Spiegel, “We have large
goals and much more to celebrate in the
coming year!” ❦
“
I am proud to report
that we have raised a grand
total of over $11 million for
JFK Medical Center,
while also promoting
health and wellness
”
in our community.
—Judith L. Spiegel—