Lee Health Foundation Press Releases

After receiving emergency treatment at Lee Health Heart Institute, Southwest Florida resident Brian Seasholes and his wife, Samantha Sheridan, have donated $250,000 to support advanced cardiac care in the region.

The second annual Grateful Hearts event, hosted by Laurye and Wayne O'Melia, raised $228,000 in support of Lee Health Heart Institute, continuing its mission to enhance cardiac care in Southwest Florida.

The gift will help fund the planned pediatric surgery center

Lee Health Foundation has hired Jacob Reyes as stewardship associate. A 2024 graduate of Lee Health's Project SEARCH program, Reyes exemplifies the values of determination, growth and connection fostered through this school-to-work transition initiative.

Lee Health Foundation announces its 2025 board of trustees. Returning trustee Joseph R. Catti will continue to serve as chairperson. Newly appointed trustees are Susan Chicone, Joshua Dorcey, Onur Haytac and Laurye O'Melia.

The annual event Feb. 13 supports Lee Health Cancer Institute

Shoppers will support Golisano patients with purchases at Spirit Halloween stores until Oct. 31

The event in January in Fort Myers will benefit the hospital's planned pediatric surgery center

The event in Bonita Springs will benefit the hospital's planned pediatric surgery center

Isabella Angelus has been hired as donor information specialist to respond to donor inquiries and help process donations for Lee Health Foundation.

Scholarships help childhood cancer survivors or current sickle cell patients pursue higher education at a four-year college of their choice

The 3rd Annual Purpose in Paradise Charity Golf Tournament on April 28 and Bonita Bay Kentucky Derby Gala on May 4 raised $641,440 to add dedicated cancer rehabilitation services to the Richard M.

Over 13 years, the annual charity golf event has raised nearly $650,000 for area nonprofits

A Southwest Florida man who credits certified nursing assistants for expediting his recovery has pledged $4 million through Lee Health Foundation for scholarships so nurses and CNAs can pursue additional degrees.

The annual campaign brings the total raised locally to more than $500,000

The annual series in February and March went to bat for a planned pediatric surgery center for Golisano Children's Hospital

The Lee Health Cancer Institute Fashion Show and Luncheon held March 12 at Heritage Palms Golf and Country Club in Fort Myers raised nearly $61,000 to benefit the Lee Health Cancer Institute.

Two events at Lexington Country Club in February raised $117,000 for Barbara's Friends – Golisano Children's Hospital's cancer fund through the Lee Health Foundation. More than 150 golfers joined the 21st annual golf outing on Feb.

Colleen Kofsky has been hired as associate director of development at Lee Health Foundation. She will focus on donor relations, tours and events as part of Lee Health Foundation's philanthropic priorities.

Jaimee Marshall has been hired to provide administrative support to Lee Heath Foundation's special event and administrative operations team.

During March, enjoy subs at Jersey Mike's locations in Southwest Florida and a portion of your purchase will be donated to Golisano Children's Hospital.

The 26th Annual Minnesota Twins Golf Classic Feb. 15 raised $58,000 "fore" Lee Health Cancer Institute's lifesaving programs.

Krystal Velazquez has been hired as associate director of development for Lee Health Foundation. She will focus on stewardship, donor relations and internal projects as part of Lee Health Foundation's philanthropic priorities.

The inaugural Grateful Hearts event hosted by Dorothy and Ron Fitzgerald and Pat and Bill Wiggenhorn, in partnership with Lee Health Foundation and American Heart Association, raised $160,000 and awareness for heart health care in Southwest Florida.

Spirit Halloween presented a $61,387 check to the Child Life professionals of Golisano Children's Hospital Feb. 6. The funds were raised during the Spirit of Children campaign held last October.

Malaina Mote has been hired as director of development at Lee Health Foundation, a role in which she will focus on generating donor support, including major gifts for the Lee Health Musculoskeletal Institute.

Lee Health's first "Caring for the Cape" event on Thursday, Jan. 25 at the Westin Cape Coral provided insight into the future of Lee Health's planned projects in Cape Coral.

Since 2016, the event has raised more than $1.8 million to expand children's health care in Southwest Florida

Event sponsorships, registrations and award nominations available to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to cancer care

Justin Brand of Cape Coral has been hired as director of development at Lee Health Foundation, a role in which he will focus on philanthropy to support children's services.

Lee Health Foundation has announced its board of trustees. Returning trustee Joseph R. Catti will continue to serve as chairperson. Catti is chairman and chief executive officer of FineMark National Bank and Trust and FineMark Holding, Inc.