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AverA McKennAn M i s s i o n n C a r e n C o M M u n i t y

Annual Reportavera MCKennan Foundation

AverA McKennAn FoundAtion

A Message from the Avera McKennan Foundation President

W. Tim Kromminga

I n t h I s I s s u e

Foundation Board/staff PAge 1

the 25th Annual Avera Race Against Breast Cancer PAge 2

Avera Prince of Peace Caring for Community Campaign PAge 3

the second Century of Caring: One hundred for 100 PAge 4

Dignity. Comfort. Peace. Dougherty hospice house PAge 5

the Avera Family Wellness Program PAge 6

the Big Grape PAge 7

Celebrating the Mission: Donor Recognition event PAge 8

the Year in Review PAge 9

Donor honor Roll PAge 10

Annual Reportavera MCKennan Foundation

“We make a living

by what we get.

We make a life

by what we give.”

– WInstOn ChuRChIll

Thank you for supporting the Avera Race Against Breast Cancer. For the past 25 years, 100 percent of the race proceeds have funded valuable programs for fitness, wigs, navigation services, research and much more. More importantly though, these are the programs that provide the healing support that our mothers, sisters and daughters need when dealing with this disease.

Thank you for caring for our seniors through the building improvements at Avera Prince of Peace. The impact that you have made for the “greatest generation” has been meaningful. Residents will see improved facilities that include an expanded chapel and a main street with various amenities. Even more importantly, convenient spacious areas will be made available where family members may visit loved ones and continue to maintain and expand their relationships.

Thank you for providing for our children by attending The Big Grape: Next Generation or through a donation to the Avera Family Wellness Program. You have made a difference in each of the children’s lives touched by these programs. Your continued support of the Avera Family Wellness Program has demonstrated the need to support children and their families beginning in preschool. What a difference it can make in their lives.

Thank you for continuing our mission through giving to Dougherty Hospice or with a planned gift, as Helen McKennan did over 100 years ago. Your gifts have made possible the programs that have comforted so many families throughout the year. Impacting people during times of need…what a difference you are making through your contributions.

Your generosity has made a difference in so many lives. As you read and hear of all the changes we are currently witnessing in our health care systems, many people begin to wonder if there is a place for health care philanthropy. I often hear comments such as “why should I support health care, everyone will have insurance now.” These changes will have a significant impact for years to come. However, the impact of your donations will continue to be needed to support our mission and programs that focus on the healing of mind, body and spirit. Reimbursement rates have never provided sufficient margins to support those types of programs, nor will they in the future. Your gifts have made that difference in the past and will continue to make that difference in the future. Please consider continued support of our health care ministry.

THANK You.

W. tim Kromminga, Foundation President

Thank you for the gifts that you have made this past year to

our various programs, events and expansions. The impact you have made on people’s

lives throughout the region has been phenomenal. Every gift

has exemplified our values of Compassion, Hospitality and Stewardship. The stories we

hear from our patients and their families regarding the

various programs that you have created through your gifts are

heartfelt and humbling.

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We would like to cordially welcome our new board members to the Avera McKennan Board of directors:


B O A R D O F D I R e C t O R s

Bob Baker, Chair The First National Bank in Sioux Falls

Pat dougherty Dougherty & Dougherty, LLP

Bob traderHy-Vee Food Stores

Jim clark Sculpture Walk Sioux Falls

dody Hopkins Community Volunteer

Judy davisRetired Educator

Sr. Mary thomas Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

dr. david Kapaska Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

Sandra Pay, Vice ChairCommunity Volunteer

James reynolds, MdRetired Physician

W. tim Kromminga Avera McKennan Foundation

W. tim KrommingaPresident (605) 322-8901 [email protected]

robin Prunty, cPAVice President (605) 322-8833 [email protected]

Joelle BrownResearch Development Officer (605) 322-8902 [email protected]

Mike BrzicaDevelopment Officer (605) 322-8831 [email protected]

Sarah cadyDirector of Annual Giving (605) 322-8895 [email protected]

StAFF MeMBerS

Michael BenderBender CommercialReal Estate

Jennifer dumkePR/Marketing Specialist (605) 322-8856 [email protected]

nancy HeibergerExecutive Assistant (605) 322-8900 [email protected]

Missy KeiperAnnual Giving Coordinator (605) 322-8832 [email protected]

Kristin McintireData Specialist (605) 322-8903 [email protected]

Jon A. oienFundraising Consultant (605) 322-8900 [email protected]


Andrew Burchett,doAvera Heatlh

Mary dally Thurman, Comes, Foley & Co., LLP

tom Mcdowell McDowell Financial Group

Hugh venrick Venrick Goeman Group at Morgan Stanley

Jim Woster Community Volunteer

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It’s been 25 years and we’re still going strong thanks to you as loyal partners and community supporters of the Avera Race Against Breast Cancer. Celebrating this milestone year was certainly a joyous occasion, yet we honor the sponsors, survivors, volunteers and participants for their dedication on Avera Race day and always.

This year’s event, on May 11, drew in more than 6,800 participants and raised more than $400,000 to benefit cancer patients and families served at the Avera Cancer Institute. Thank you again for caring for cancer and the community!

From teams wearing pink wigs and tutus to the Bean Counters for a Cure and their fun annual antics to raise dollars in the workplace, Avera Race teams prove there’s strength in numbers. Throughout the past 25 years, thousands of teams have raised dollars and support for the Avera Race. Thank you to our Avera Race teams and their members, captains and volunteers for their support and participation in making race day fun and successful!

Teams with Themes Make Fundraising Festive

save tHe date 26th Annual Avera race Against Breast cancer n May 10, 2014Visit AveraraceSiouxFalls.org for more information.

Avera Race Team

“Bean Counters for a Cure”

Through the years, the Avera Race has remained committed to dedicating 100 percent of all proceeds to benefit local survivors and their families. You can take pride in supporting the community knowing your gifts provide the following services and programs at the Avera Cancer Institute:

n guidance and support through the Cancer Navigation Programn caring for the body, mind and spirit with Integrative Medicine

services such as massage, aromatherapy and acupuncturen Spiritual support from trained counselors and chaplainsn Staying fit and feeling strong with specialized Cancer Fitness classesn A sense of dignity and discretion through the Comprehensive Wig

Programn Staying connected and coping with life after cancer through

Survivorship Programsn groundbreaking Cancer Research to find a cure

What Your Support Does for the Community

A BlAST FRoM THE pAST:participants from past races are pictured

LoC aL iMpaCt:

Avera Race Team “The E Team”

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Compassion, dignity and dedication. this past year, the Avera McKennan Foundation has been pleased by the community support in the Caring for Community: Campaign for Avera Prince of Peace. We’re proud that more than $2.2 million has been raised. Thank you to every individual, business and employee who has made a gift. the overall campaign goal is $3 million and we’re grateful for people like you who’ve taken this community gift to the final phase.

since 1986, the church-sponsored facility has served the community. Due to changing needs and demands, Avera Prince of Peace needs renovations to its current accommodations. this past year, plans have taken shape for a new facility that will offer all private skilled nursing rooms, a larger chapel, additional dining spaces and even a “Main street” featuring such conveniences as a hair salon, bank and deli.

Thank you to everyone for Caring for Community by making a gift to support the aging population of our community!

“An expression of respect

is to provide dignified

surroundings and services

which enhance the quality of

life for seniors. Focus on Faith

is designed to meet that hope

by funding a new chapel at

Avera Prince of Peace.”

– Sister Mary ThomasSenior Vice President of Mission Services,

Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

Practicing faith is important for residents at Avera Prince of Peace. As a church-sponsored facility, our new plans ensure residents have the best access and opportunities to practice their faith. To financially accomplish this, the Avera McKennan Foundation launched the “Focus on Faith” chapel campaign for the last phase of the campaign, and we’re engaging the general community in this vital part of the facility.

FoCus on FaitH:

Avera Prince of Peace Caring for Community Campaign Continues

Philanthropy and the Power of Prayer

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Giving for the Future Thank you or supporting the One Hundred for 100 campaign:

Reaching Goals in More Ways than One! Generous donors enjoy an evening of equestrian entertainment


In the same spirit that Helen

McKennan’s planned gift

was made a century ago, the

one Hundred for 100 planned

giving campaign was started

to ensure Helen McKennan’s

legacy lives on well into the

future. Thank you to this group

of dedicated donors who’ve

made gifts and become

partners in our healing ministry.

Dr. Josie and Mark AlpersDrs. Jeffery and linda Bakatom and Amy BoschDr. Matthew and Kristina CaseyDr. sabina and Vivrant ChoudhryDr. Daniel and sara CrosbyDeirdre DiMemmoCatie DoughertyPat Doughertytim Dougherty and Karen schreierDr. Michael elliottJoAnn FaustDavid Flicek and June nuszFran Foss +Kevin and Melissa GarrylaVonne and Ken GasparDr. Mark and Kim GreggDr. Christopher GregoryKristin GrossChristine helleksonDr. Ryan and Gretchen JeppersonDr. Joseph and Julie JordahlDr. Dave and Mary Ann KapaskaCathy and Jeff KelloggDr. Michael and Darlene KihneW. tim and Kori KrommingaDr. Jonah luzierDr. thomas and Beth Ann MastersonRichard MolseedDr. Patrick and sandy nelsonMike and Janice O’ConnorDr. Matthew and Dr. Paula PardyDr. Brad and lisa PaulsonCharles W. and Delilah+ Peterson Dr. J. Joshua Plorde and

Dr. Desiree J. langelRobin Prunty Judy RadermacherDr. Daryl and Michelle RifeDorothy schultze +Marcella schuur +Fred and sandy sluneckaWade and Beth thomasMark and sarah VorthermsCindy Walshtom and Kathy WalshDr. Randy and suzanne WelterDr. suzanne and Rolland WoodwardJim and Penny Woster

+ Deceased

Pictured top: A polo player swings the mallet at the Pre-VIEW Polo Party. Pictured bottom: Polo umpire explains the game.

Here’s to Giving! As an extension of gratitude, members of the Avera McKennan one Hundred for 100 Planned Giving Campaign attended a Pre-VIEW Polo Party where they enjoyed good food, great company and galloping horses.

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rom the moment we arrived, the caregivers were outstanding and took great care of Tracy. They also took care of our family by allowing us to be by her side; ensuring our needs were met both physically and spiritually. I found solace in the outdoor gardens and spent time praying in the meditation room. We were also visited by many chaplains during our stay, which we found comforting.

One day, I noticed a list of names on the wall. I realized these were people who made donations to build this beautiful place. At that moment, I felt blessed at how many members of the community care for people in our situation. If it weren’t for these donors, our family wouldn’t have known what to do. I’m so grateful for the community’s gifts and to the caregivers at the Dougherty Hospice House. It takes a special person to work in a hospice facility and Avera has the best team possible. They allowed us to find peace. Tracy loved to help people. I’m happy there was a place like this available when she needed help.”

– SHAnnon MIllEr, TrACy’S FATHEr

Thank you to all the devoted donors and partners for supporting patients and families at the Dougherty Hospice House. End-of-life care is a unique gift that Avera McKennan is blessed to provide. Your gifts further our mission and support the Gospel values of compassion, hospitality and stewardship. Through your financial partnership, countless patients and their families receive loving care in a warm and inviting facility. Thank you for providing ease and comfort during times of need.

One yellow rose. That’s what Tracy lynn Warkenthien would give people during times of struggle as an act of compassion. Her family never expected to be the ones giving her a yellow rose. But on July 27, they did. Tracy passed away at the Dougherty Hospice House after a five-year battle with cancer. Although her family prayed for a miracle, they’re grateful for the compassionate care they received during this time.

Peace.Dignity. Comfort. d o u G h e r t y h o S p i c e h o u S e

The encounters of Jesus with each person were typified by openness and mutuality. A welcoming presence, attentiveness to needs, and a gracious manner, seasoned with a sense of humor, are expressions of hospitality in and by the Avera community.

A Bed of RosesFeeling Blessed with the Gift of hospice

Dignity. Comfort. D o u G H E R T Y H o S p I C E H o u S E

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Pictured: Tracy Warkenthien and her family

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“our approach with the Avera Family Wellness Program has resulted in documented success at school, and we

know this also indicates other positive outcomes in homes and in the community.”

– Dr. Timothy Soundy, psychiatrist, Avera Medical Group university psychiatry Associates

Success. With five years of collected research, it’s proven that the AFWP is having an impact by helping children of at-risk families achieve greater success in school. Two specific areas include behaviors and attendance (see chart). Children in the program showed reduced problem and aggressive behaviors compared to children who didn’t receive services. Data from the school district indicate AFWP children also have reduced absenteeism and tardiness in kindergarten to 3rd grade. In addition, discipline events were three times higher with general children than with the AFWP children.

Solutions. The AFWP continues to make strides and find ways to improve the lives and well-being of children, families and the community. The program, a partnership between Avera McKennan and the Sioux Falls School District, was formed to find solutions to an increasing number of children starting school with behavior problems. The approach of treating the entire family has clearly had a positive impact and includes two components:

• Violin InstructionThe AFWP offers Suzuki-like violin lessons by members of the South Dakota Symphony and local instructors to children in the program. With child-sized instruments, children begin lessons starting in preschool and continuing through 3rd grade.

• Family-Based ApproachWellness coordinators establish close connections with families to positively influence and encourage better health and consistent parenting strategies. When needed, the coordinators guide families to mental health services and other community agencies that can assist them. A relationship of trust develops between the coordinators and the families, which allows a continuum of care during a child’s elementary school years.

Support. Through your generous gifts, the AFWP has been able to assist more than 400 students and families enrolled in early childhood HeadStart and Title I programs over the past five years. Thank you to everyone for supporting the community by sponsoring a child, a small group or even a classroom. Thank you for furthering the mission of Avera McKennan. Your dollars are making a difference not only today, but in the future.

t h e A v e r A F A M i ly W e l l n e S S p r o G r A M :

Mental health disorders before the age of 6 can interfere

with critical development and predict a lifetime of problems

in school, at home and in the community. But thanks to gifts

to support the Avera Family Wellness program (AFWp),

there’s hope for these children to have better lives.

Success. Solutions. Support.


the children of our community represent the future for us all. What better way to show your dedication

than to support their health and well-being by becoming a financial partner in

children’s services at Avera McKennan. thank you to all who’ve made gifts

through annual events, sponsorships, planned gifts and ongoing support.

the Big grape: next generationA Toast to Those Who Care the Most

investing in the Future of the community

T h e B I g g R a P e

Avera: we know kidsA smashing success for the health of young lives! Thank you to everyone for supporting The Big Grape: Next Generation on April 12. This year’s event featured a new venue, savory samplings and much more! Because of partners like you, the event raised more than $135,000 to directly benefit patients and families at Avera Children’s. Thank you again to our loyal sponsors, attendees, volunteers and the entire community!

“When you have a sick child, it’s important to have faith and to be in a place that lives out its mission. Avera encouraged us and gave us hope. We have a large group of prayer warriors who’ve helped us along the way. We can only wait and pray that Natallie will outgrow her condition. Until then, we are forever grateful to Avera Children’s and those who support their mission.”

– T H E B A K E r FA M I ly

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New this year! New Venue * Fine Wines * gourmet Food

* Special guest Jerry Lohr * Spirit Samplings * Craft Beer

natallie, patient at Avera children’s

the 2014 Big Grape: next Generation April 11, 2014 www.TheBigGrape.org


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avera McKennan honorees at Donor Recognition Reception

Avera Spirit AwardThe leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trustthe Avera spirit Award was presented to the leona M. and harry B. helmsley Charitable trust for its dedication to the mission of Avera McKennan.

pictured (l-R): Wayne Booze, Walter panzirer and Heidi Schultz

Helen McKennan AwardTom and Kathy Walshthe helen McKennan Award was presented to tom and Kathy Walsh for their leadership roles in our healing ministry.

pictured: Tom Walsh with his sister Cindy Walsh

pictured (l-R): Randy Nehring, pam Hilber, Tim Hilber and Mike Chaplin

Cornerstone AwardSioux Falls Ford lincolnthe Cornerstone Award was presented to Randy nehring with sioux Falls Ford lincoln in recognition of a business that has demonstrated outstanding commitment.

Compass Award Dr. patty peters and David F. Fleckthe Compass Awards were presented to Dr. Patty Peters and David F. Fleck in recognition of their volunteer and leadership skills.

pictured (l-R) Dr. patty peters and David F. Fleck

“It’s not

how much

we gIve

but how

much love we

put Into gIvIng.” – Mother teresa

Celebrating the Mission

on nov. 12, supporters, volunteers and partners gathered for their dedication to furthering our mission. As we recognize our 2012 award winners, we are also grateful for every gift made to support our gospel values.


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2012 – 2013 Foundation DisbursementsBehavioral Health programs, services and research $185,165

cancer programs and services $553,801

charity care and patient assistance $298,257

children’s programs and services $156,848

education, grants and scholarships $60,509

equipment and technology $153,376

Hospice services $194,563

Walsh Family village $165,275

Charity Care/ Patient assistance 17%

Children’s Programs and Services 9%

hospice Services 11%

Cancer Programs and Services 31%

Walsh Family Village 9%

Medical equipment and Technology 9%

Total gifts $10,674,472Includes gifts-in-kind, endowed and planned gifts and pledges.

gift allocationcapital projects $1,157,441 (11%)Hospital programs $8,407,338 (79%)endowments $1,109,693 (10%)

the Year IN ReVIeW

Behavioral health Programs and Research 11%

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During the Past Yearlives touched

education, grants and Scholarships 3%

Guests at Walsh Family Village 6,779

Nights at Dougherty Hospice House 5,517

Wigs for cancer patients 427

patient transportation 694

Breast cancer support group 10

NICu family support 232

Child life visits 1,427

prescription assistance 853

Home Medical Equipment for indigent patients 87

Health Care Clinic visits 7,200

Families enrolled in the Avera Family Wellness program 411

Integrative Medicine program

Dietitian consultations 1,676

Massages for patients 646

Acupuncture treatments 1,879

Mind-body class participants 1,208

Spiritual care visits 1,226

Learning and Giving: reach Your goals with online tools

At the Avera McKennan Foundation, our hope is to serve you and your family with helpful information. Avera McKennan has a growing group of donors who are benefitting from making life income gifts, gift annuities and other plans. to make giving as easy as possible, the foundation hosts an interactive website to help you decide which type of planned gift will reach your charitable goals.

getting started is easy. simply visit AveraMcKennanFoundation.org and click on the Planned Giving Resources button on the upper right. there you will find a host of information from donor stories to gift options. You can read up on the latest news and even create your plan using the planned giving calculator.

if you’d like to speak with someone at the foundation or have further questions, please call robin Prunty at 605-322-8833 or email [email protected]. Thank you to all those who have already made planned gifts to benefit the future health of the community!

A Gift for Future Generations

S u P P o r t i n g t H e M i S S i o n t H r o u g H P l A n n e d g i v i n g


thank you to everyone who has included Avera McKennan

Hospital in a will or estate plan. Your commitment secures

the future of our healing mission and ensures quality care

will always be available for our community. A planned gift

to Avera McKennan makes a difference both for you and

future generations. leave a legacy and make a powerful

impact for years to come.

Avera McKennan Foundation1325 S. cliff Ave. P.o. Box 5045Sioux Falls, Sd 57117-5045AveraMcKennanFoundation.org

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Missionour mission is to extend Avera McKennan’s health

care healing ministry through lasting relationships

with our donors whose stewardship and compassion

enable program innovation and development for

our friends and neighbors we serve.


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