oUR mission
To improve health of the most vulnerable by addressing pressing non-medical needs and making lasting change through partnerships, programming, and philanthropic support.
About the Foundation
Inspired by Catholic tradition, we work to address the non-medical needs that have outsized effects on the health of individuals and communities. Informed by data and in partnership with nonprofit organizations that deeply understand local needs, we advance innovative solutions with the potential for long-term, life-changing impact.
Our Team
The Foundation team brings a wide range of experience, diverse perspectives, and a shared commitment to our purpose.
Robyn Kress
President, Ascension Foundation
Kristen Brown
Vice President, Communications
Kate Cwiek
Sr. Manager, Content & Communications
Kim Jassem, MSDA, MHA, PMP
AVP, Strategic Operations and Grants Strategy
Francesca Overwater, MSc
Vice President, Strategic Philanthropy
Senior Manager, Data Operations
Pam Mitchell-Boyd
Sr. Director, Grants Management & Strategy
Lisa Bova
Sr. Director, Philanthropy Strategy
Our Board
Elizabeth (Liz) Foshage, CPA, Chair
Former EVP and Chief Financial Officer, Ascension
Stacy Garrett-Ray, MD, MPH, MBA
Senior Vice President and
Chief Community Impact Officer, Ascension
Chief Community Impact Officer, Ascension
Robyn Kress
President, Ascension Foundation and Senior Vice President, Ascension
Peter Leibold, JD
Former EVP and Chief Advocacy Officer, Ascension
Tracie Loftis, LCSW, MAHCM
Senior Vice President,
Mission Integration
Mission Integration
Our Advisors
Thomas A. Aloia, MD, MHCM, FACS, FACHE
Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer
Sarah Herzog
Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, Ascension
Don King
Senior Vice President, Ascension and Chief Executive Officer, Ascension St. Vincent
Rachel Clement Raymond
Chief Strategy Officer, Horizontals, Ascension
Tom VanOsdol
Executive Vice President and Chief Mission Integration Officer, Ascension