CommonSpirit Health Foundation Spotlight
CommonSpirit Health Foundation Chairman Jed York honored with Humankindness in Action Award
SAN FRANCISCO (May 22, 2024) – CommonSpirit Health Foundation hosted nearly 400 guests at ninth annual Humankindness Gala on May 22 at San Francisco City Hall. The gala raised over $1.8 million to showcase humankindness and to address social issues facing communities served by the health system.
Jed York, CommonSpirit Health Foundation Board Chairman and CEO of the San Francisco 49ers was honored with the Humankindness in Action Award, presented by CommonSpirit Health Chief Executive Officer, Wright Lassiter III, in honor of his dedication to health, humanity and philanthropy.
"The evening showcased the power of those who believe in the world we are creating. A world that is more just and equitable; where everyone can live their healthiest lives." said Nancy Bussani, Executive Vice President, Chief Philanthropy Officer and President of CommonSpirit Health Foundation
"Through the generous participation of our supporters, we were able to raise an extraordinary amount of funds in support of our mission — to address the root causes of health disparities, and promote health equity nationwide. We are so grateful."
After the event, attendees were inspired by the A Decade of Impact video, showcasing the work they helped to support.
Photos from the gala can be found in the CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy Flickr gallery.
About CommonSpirit Health
CommonSpirit Health is a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 by Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring every person has access to quality health care. With its national office in Chicago and a team of approximately 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, CommonSpirit Health operates 140 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states. Learn more at CommonSpirit.org.
About CommonSpirit Health Foundation
CommonSpirit Health Foundation is making the promise of health justice a reality across the country by funding pioneering programs that ensure greater access, create community partnerships and advocate for the underserved and most vulnerable. The foundation inspires investments and donations from individuals, private foundations, corporate foundations and other entities — to support programs and initiatives that enable all people to be healthy and safe. Learn more at CommonSpiritHealthPhilanthropy.org/Foundation.
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