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2019-20 REPORTTHE LONG VIEWAnne Flynn 2020 Board ChairTHE FOUNDATION HAS THRIVED DURING AN UNCERTAIN TIME UNDER ANNE FLYNN’S STEADY LEADERSHIP.Anne Flynn believes an essential key to leadership isthe ability to adapt, learn and “play the hand you’redealt as well as you possibly can.” That’s certainlywhat she has done as chair of the SpartanburgRegional Foundation Board of Trustees.Only weeks after leading her first board meeting aschair, the COVID-19 pandemic brought an abruptnew reality. Meetings took place virtually and annualevents were either postponed or canceled. Thepandemic would impact the needs and activities ofthe Foundation.Meanwhile, Flynn and Foundation Executive DirectorKristy Caradori approached members of the Board ofTrustees and division boards about extending all boardterms another year. Flynn was happy with the result.“Every single member said yes — that was a powerfulstatement of their commitment to the health systemand the well-being of our community,” said Flynn.Caradori said the Foundation has benefited fromFlynn’s steady leadership.“Anne understandswhat it takes to workwith a diverse group ofvolunteer leaders duringchanging times,” shesaid. “She is great atremaining focused onthe big picture.”“Who would have imagined“We can choose to see change as an opportunitythat this would be ourto improve and, in our case, address thesituation?” said Flynn. “Weemerging health needs of the community.”can’t always control what’s- Anne Flynngoing on in the world, but wecan choose to see change asan opportunity to improve and, in our case, addressthe emerging health needs of the community.”Flynn is taking the long view: “Our community hadneeds before COVID-19 and will have needs afterOne of the early steps taken by Foundation leadersCOVID-19. In some ways, the pandemic has broughtduring the pandemic was the establishment of ato light needs and opportunities that will make thenew COVID-19 fund to support the health system.Foundation stronger when we come out of this.”The fund assists Spartanburg Regional employeesaffected financially as well as patients hospitalizedwith COVID-19.15

2 MILLION COVID-19 FUNDHELPS THOUSANDSTrustees establish new fund to address pandemic needsAs COVID-19 emerged, healthcare professionals atSpartanburg Regional Healthcare System acted withcourage to confront the virus. At the same time,the Spartanburg Regional Foundation’s Board ofTrustees took swift action to support needs resultingfrom the pandemic.Trustees allocated 2 million to a new fund dedicatedto supporting employees impacted by the pandemicas well as patients hospitalized with COVID-19.“This new investment is just part of the Foundation’songoing work to support our hospital system andthe community,” said Anne Flynn, 2020 Foundationboard chair. “We are honored to be able to help insuch a significant way.”Businesses, foundations and individuals alsocontributed to the fund. Early gifts were made byActivision, BMW, Fullerton Foundation and TimkenFoundation. SRHS CEO Bruce Holstien made aleadership gift and was followed by others, includingMichael Orseck, MD.“It is important, now more than ever, to support theneeds created by COVID-19,” said Dr. Orseck.“I’m invested in our system and our associates, andI want to help.”16In the first six months of the pandemic, morethan 1,500 people received support from theCOVID-19 Fund.Kim Hoffman, RN, was one employee who receivedhelp. Hoffman is a nurse in SRHS Corporate Healthand manages clinics for Inman Mills. She wasdiagnosed with COVID-19 during the summer of 2020.“It was worse than any flu I’ve ever had,” she said.Her illness required a 10-day stay in the ICU. “I trulyhad the best care,” said Hoffman. The helpshe received was an unexpected and needed boost.“It meant a lot to us to have this support during sucha challenging time,” she said.Although times have been difficult, 2020 BoardChair Anne Flynn is optimistic for the future.“We will overcome this,” said Flynn. “We face thispandemic together — united in our resolve, committedin our love of our community, strengthened by ourfaith and resilient in our actions.”

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THE ROBERT H. CHAPMANLEADERSHIP SOCIETYNew society honors Chapman legacy, two-term trusteesThe Spartanburg Regional Foundation is grateful forthose who have served on its board of trustees sinceits inception nearly 30 years ago. These communityleaders have brought diverse talents and perspectivesto the role. They have given generously of their timeand expertise and have served as ambassadorsfor both the Foundation and Spartanburg RegionalHealthcare System.To honor those who have served for two terms —giving 12 years of service — on the Foundation’sgoverning board, trustees have established theRobert H. Chapman Leadership Society. The firstgroup of inductees was introduced in August 2019at the Society of 1921 Donor Appreciation Gala.Creation of the society also honors the legacy ofbusinessman, philanthropist and civic leader RobChapman, who died unexpectedly in 2017. Chapmanwas a two-term Foundation trustee and providedinstrumental support for such projects as the newemergency center and the Bearden-Josey Center forBreast Health.John Harrill, MD, 2019 Foundation board chair,spoke at length about Chapman’s contributionsbefore introducing the inductees.“I could spend the next hour discussing Rob’sleadership, his kind heart and his impact on others,and I would still never be able to do him justice,”he told the audience. “He was a special friend ofmine and an amazing man, and his legacy continuesto make a positive difference.”The following leaders have been recognizedas members of the Robert H. Chapman IIILeadership Society: G.Ashley Allen, PhD JeffB. Berline EllenH. Gramling RobertA. Harley* MellneeG. Buchheit KatieA. Hodge* WilliamH. Burton JulianC. Josey Jr., MD HarrisonS. Chapman* SamuelH. Maw Jr.F. Pulliam RobertH. Chapman* Norman PhyllisB. DeLapp L. MarshaH. GibbsTerrell Sovey Jr. ThomasR. Young III*Deceased18

2019-20 REPORTA. AllenJ. BerlineM. BuchheitW. BurtonH. ChapmanR. ChapmanP. DeLappM. GibbsE. GramlingR. HarleyK. HodgeJ. JoseyS. MawN. PulliamT. SoveyT. Young19

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2019-20 REPORTCHARITABLE TRUSTCREATES LEGACYAnne and Terrell SoveyESTATE PLANNING BY ANNE AND TERRELL SOVEY WILL BENEFIT HEALTH FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.Anne and Terrell Sovey are longtime supporters ofthe healthcare system. In 2019, they decided tomake their support live forever through the creationof a seven-figure charitable trust – the largest in theFoundation’s history.“Spartanburg is a wonderful community, andits future depends on having top-notch healthresources,” Terrell said. “We’re grateful for thisopportunity to make a legacy contribution.”“He is an innovative problem-solver who keeps usall on our toes.”Charitable remainder unitrusts were establishedunder the IRS tax code.“This type of trust is ideal when you have anappreciated asset and you wish to reduce your taxburden while making a positive impact on one ormore charities,” said Jim Shaw, a Spartanburgattorney who helped execute the gift. “A charitableremainder unitrust will provide annual income toa donor for life, reduce tax burden, and leave theremaining funds to charity.”The Soveys established a charitable remainderunitrust that will benefit Spartanburg RegionalFoundation and the YMCA of Greater Spartanburg.The couple hasThe Soveys grew up in Georgiasupported bothand met during their college“Terrell is one of the smartest people I know.organizations overyears. They have calledthe years, and TerrellHe is an innovative problem-solver who keepsSpartanburg home since the latehas served as aus all on our toes.”1950s, when he came to work- Vic Baileyboard member ofas an industrial engineer forboth the FoundationMilliken & Co. He became a viceand the YMCA.president at Milliken before going on to lead severalother companies.In 2019, the Foundation recognized Terrell’s serviceby inducting him into the Robert H. Chapman“Terrell has brought visionary leadership to theLeadership Society.Foundation,” said Foundation Executive DirectorKristy Caradori. “We are grateful for his and Anne’s“Terrell is one of the smartest people I know,”thoughtful generosity, which will make a positivesaid Vic Bailey, a fellow Foundation board leader.impact on others forever.”21

A DREAM FULFILLEDNelda HopeTHE COMMUNITY NELDA HOPE NOW CALLS HOME BENEFITS FROM HER DEDICATION TO HELP OTHERS.As a girl growing up in the Philippines, Nelda Hopeknew she wanted to be a nurse.“Donations to the Foundation do so much to helpour community,” she said.Hope is among the many Spartanburg Regionalemployees who supported the Foundation’s annualShe had another dream, too – to work in the Unitedemployee campaign. For five years in a row,States. And, in 1975, Hope got the opportunity tothousands of employees have given collectivelypursue her dream.more than a million dollars eachyear to support the health systemHospitals in the“Nelda does great work to support the professionaland community wellness.U.S. were facing a“I always liked caring for people,” she said.development of caregivers, and she’s passionateshortage of nurses,about serving our patients and the community.”“She is wonderful example of ourand many turnedassociates’ commitment to others- Shelly Sinclairto the Philippinesin need,” said Shelly Sinclair, whoto fill positions.heads up the employee campaign as a FoundationHope had graduated with a BSN degree when thedirector of philanthropy. “Nelda does great work tolate Zerno Martin, who was a vice president withsupport the professional development of caregivers,Spartanburg General Hospital, visited to interviewand she’s passionate about serving our patients andnurses. She was among 16 nurses who came tothe community. On top of all that, she makes anwork at Spartanburg General.impact as a Foundation donor.”Hope, along with several of the other Filipino nurses,settled in Spartanburg. She gained Americancitizenship, married, and started a family. She alsoworked her way up the ranks in Spartanburg RegionalHealthcare System. She served as continuingeducation coordinator before retiring in 2020.Along the way, Hope, who continues to work on anas-needed basis, has been a consistent donor toSpartanburg Regional Foundation.22As she looks back on her life since coming toAmerica nearly 45 years ago, Hope is thankful forthe opportunities she’s been afforded. And she hasbeen dedicated to giving back.“Every day I pray, ‘Lord, help me to give more.’”

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2019-20 REPORTCOMMITMENT TO COMMUNITYLiza and Byrd MillerDRIVEN BY CIVIC PRIDE AND PERSONAL GRATITUDE, LIZA AND BYRD MILLER ARE PROUD TO SERVE.Liza and Byrd Miller had been longtime supporters ofthe Spartanburg Regional Foundation and SpartanburgRegional Healthcare System. It was a cancer diagnosisthat gave them a deeply personal perspective on theimportance of top-notch medical care.In 2016, Liza was diagnosedwith breast cancer.“At first, you’re just stunnedand don’t really know what todo,” she said.Since joining the Cancer Division board, Lizais pleased with the development of the cancerprogram, including technology improvements andthe growth of the mobile mammography program.“A vibrant hospital system is thefirst sign of a thriving community.We’re fortunate to have that here.”But Liza was fortunate thatmammography screening at theBearden-Josey Center for Breast Health detectedher cancer early. Following a lumpectomy andradiation treatment, she is doing well now.Liza felt grateful and wanted to do more to giveback. In 2018, she joined the Foundation’s CancerDivision board.Byrd, meanwhile, has been a member of theSpartanburg Regional board since 2012 and laterthe Apella Health Board. He recognizes the impactof philanthropic giving to the healthcare system.“The advantages that the Foundation brings to theentire hospital system are remarkable,” he said.“It is so important that we havecutting-edge resources to promoteprevention and early detection ofcancer and to treat those who arefacing a diagnosis,” she said.Liza and Byrd grew up inGreenville and began dating inhigh school. They married aftercollege and came to Spartanburg for his job inbanking.- Byrd Miller“Spartanburg is home to us now,” said Byrd, whohas gone on to become chief financial officer andtreasurer with William Barnet & Son, LLC.Byrd is excited about the direction of the healthcaresystem and its growing capacity to provide accessto care in the Upstate.“A vibrant hospital system is the first sign of athriving community. We’re fortunate to have thathere,” he said.25

LEADER SETS EXAMPLEAnita ButlerANITA BUTLER VALUES THE IMPACT OF PHILANTHROPIC SUPPORT TO HELP PATIENTS OF ALL AGES.From the very start, Anita Butler was a leader whowould contribute in any way needed. She also knewhow to maximize resources for her patients.When the Foundation was established, she quicklydetermined that philanthropy could make a difference.Butler was respected for her compassion for patientsin need, her loyalty to her staff, and her vision forsystemwide change and constant improvement.She was a leader who was quick to give hands-onsupport, no matter the task.“My favorite thing aboutIn the early 1990s,Anita is that she never askedshe was director“The advantages that the Foundation brings to theyou to do something sheof maternalentire hospital system are remarkable.”wouldn’t do,” said Kim Ross,- Anita Butlerand pediatricwho worked under Butler’sservices. One ofdirection at SHRC and then asthe departments she managed was the Neonataldirector of hospice. “We would have cleaning daysIntensive Care Unit (NICU).at restorative care, and Anita would be right therealongside us – scrubbing walls, wiping door handles,“I knew if we could put donations toward enhanceddoing whatever was needed.”training and specialized equipment, it would help ourtiny patients,” Butler said.Butler would go on to take new and expandedleadership roles. She retired in early 2020 as vicepresident of post-acute care, a large and evergrowing area of the health system that includesthe Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care,Spartanburg Regional Hospice and Palliative Care,home health, senior health, Woodruff Manor, andEllen Sagar Nursing Center.26Butler remained loyal to the Foundation throughouther career. She is most proud of her role insupporting the Harold E. Fleming, Sr. MD PatientIndependence Fund. The fund honors the legacy ofFleming, who died in 2009, and provides equipmentthat helps patients return home after an illness.“Foundation funds are special,” she said.“Every dollar helps the patients we serve.”

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MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHYPROGRAM GROWSTwo new mobile units are added with community supportMammograms save lives.But for many women, making it to a mammogramappointment can be a challenge. Taking time offwork, finding transportation and the driving distanceto a fixed site location create barriers for patients.This is why the Bearden-Josey Center for BreastHealth mobile mammography program is such animportant resource.In recent years, the program has operated atcapacity as demand for screening access has grown.A new mobile unit was needed. Bearden-Josey28Center for Breast Health Director Mary Mabry madea presentation to the Foundation’s cancer board —and the rest is history.Cancer Division board leader Chris Cannon heardMabry’s presentation and contacted the Foundationto help. Chris, his wife Cara Lynn and their familymade a 250,000 leadership gift in memory ofChris’s mother, Jeanne Lytle Cannon.Others soon followed their lead. Leadership giftscame in from the Fullerton Foundation and theTimken Foundation. Additional support was provided

2019-20 REPORTby companies that utilize the mobile mammographyunit, including Contec and Inman Mills. Themobile mammography program was featured asthe beneficiary of proceeds of the 2018 Upliftingluncheon and was a focus of the employee campaign.In all, more than 800,000 was raised to helppurchase two new mobile mammography units,which were delivered in 2020. They are now on theroad, serving women at convenient locations suchas workplaces, churches, physician offices andcommunity centers.“The new units help us expand our reach, therebyincreasing annual screening rates, detecting breastcancers at an earlier stage when most treatable and,most importantly, saving lives,” Mabry said.“We are proud to support the mobile mammographyprogram,” Cancer Division board chair BettyMontgomery said. “There was such enthusiasm forthis project. We are truly grateful.”“The new units help us expand our reach,thereby increasing annual screeningrates, detecting breast cancers at anearlier stage when most treatable and,most importantly, saving lives,”- Mary MabryHaving two mobile mammography units providingaccess to the Upstate will expand screening capacityto approximately 7,500 women annually.29

CANCER DIVISIONEXPANDED GIBBS CANCERCENTER OPENSThe expanded Gibbs Cancer Center & ResearchInstitute at Pelham opened in March 2020. Theseven-story facility features advanced technology andother essential resources for patients and caregivers– from conference areas where multidisciplinaryteam meetings are held to discuss patient cases,to spaces for physical rehabilitation and communityeducation, to infusion rooms that look out onto theBlue Ridge Mountains. The expansion was supportedby a 16 million commitment by the SpartanburgRegional Foundation.30INSPIRATIONAL LUNCHEONRAISES MORE THAN 122,000A crowd of 600 community members cametogether in October 2019 for An Uplifting Event.Attendees heard stories of hope and inspiration aswell as perspectives on treatment and prevention.Speakers included breast cancer survivor Kim Toler,MD, and Steve Corso, MD, who discussed ongoingadvancements in cancer treatment. The luncheonraised more than 122,000 to support programs andservices at the Bearden-Josey Center forBreast Health.

2019-20 REPORT2019 BOARD MEMBERS2019 CANCER BOARD2020 CANCER BOARDBetty Montgomery, ChairChris Cannon, Vice-ChairLiza Miller, Secretary/TreasurerAndy Falatok, Immediate Past-ChairJay Bearden, MD, EmeritusJoe BonnerSkipper Brawley, DScJohn CashCaroline Daly, MDCarole DavisDan Fried, MDJimmy Gibbs, LifetimeAnn HuntLouise JohnsonJulian Josey, MD, EmeritusLilly KohlerBrooke MuellerJennifer OrseckJim SmithSally SpencerGeorge ToddTommy YoungBetty Montgomery, ChairChris Cannon, Vice-ChairLiza Miller, Secretary/TreasurerAndy Falatok, Immediate Past-ChairJay Bearden, MD, EmeritusJoe BonnerSkipper Brawley, DScJohn CashAmy Curtis, MDDan Fried, MDJimmy Gibbs, LifetimeAnn HuntLouise JohnsonJulian Josey, MD, EmeritusLilly KohlerChi Lim, MDCabe Loring, PsyDBrooke MuellerJennifer OrseckJim SmithSally SpencerGeorge ToddTommy Young31

HEART DIVISIONECMO GRANTIn 2019, the Spartanburg Regional Heart Centerbenefited from the purchase of a second extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) machine.Made possible by a 125,586 Spartanburg RegionalFoundation grant, this equipment provides lifesupport for patients in crisis whose lungs and/or heartcannot function adequately on their own. It is thiskind of donor-supported, state-of-the-art technologythat helps our heart center offer world-class care.HEART GALA RAISES MORE THAN 700,000 FOR HEART CENTERMore than 800 community members came togetherfor Spartanburg Regional Foundation’s inaugural HeartGala – Welcome to Wonderland.Under the leadership of event co-chairs Dr. SidneyFulmer and Kathy Dunleavy, attendees enjoyedgreat

the Bradshaw Pediatric Rehab Fund. Spartanburg Regional Foundation and community partners secured a 4.4 million federal grant to reduce teen pregnancy and promote overall adolescent well-being. Spartanburg Regional Foundation coordinated delivery of more than 30,000 meals to seniors during the pandemic. 2019-20 REPORT