November / December 2014

The Chrome Divas of Tallahassee, a local women’s motorcycle group, hosted its 13th Annual Breast Cancer Poker Run on Sunday, October 12, 2014. The Poker Run started at the Tallahassee Harley-Davidson on Capital Circle North West and ended with lunch, festivities, music and prizes at Shucker’s Oyster Bar on Lake Jackson. Local celebrity, WCTV Meteorologist Rob Nucatola, served as Master of Ceremonies.

Pat Kossmann, Chrome Divas of Tallahassee 2014 Director, explained the Divas’ passion for the event, “The Divas partner with the TMH Foundation and A Woman’s Place each year and feel passionate about helping women in the community who are diagnosed with breast cancer or those who are recovering, surviving and needing support. All the Divas were very excited to plan, organize and host the event while celebrating thirteen years of success.”

Many of the Divas — through personal experience — understand how important it is to have resources, education and support beginning with diagnosis and throughout treatment and recovery. Diva member Lisa Vince, who was diagnosed with breast cancer during the summer of 2014 and is now recovering from surgery, said, “It is truly a blessing to be a member of the Chrome Divas and to help with the Poker Run this year, particularly since I have been personally effected by this disease and benefited from the support of family, friends, and TMH.”

A Woman’s Place at Tallahassee Memorial is fully accredited by The American Board for Certification and Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. to serve women who require breast prosthesis, mastectomy bras and post surgical garments related to mastectomies, lumpectomies, reconstruction or other breast surgeries. Certified Mastectomy Fitters provide personal and private fittings. Other products available are hats, wigs, and skin care products for those receiving chemotherapy and radiation treatment and compression garments for those diagnosed with lymphedema.

Lymphedema occurs when the lymph vessels are unable to transport lymph fluid back into circulation and it accumulates in specific areas of the body. Since there is no cure, the treatment for lymphedema is achieved by Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) and the wearing of compression garments. Surgical procedures such as mastectomies, lumpectomies with radiation and/or removal of the lymph nodes are the most common causes of lymphedema; usually in the arms but may also develop in the chest and legs.

The Chrome Divas of Tallahassee Celebrate 13th Annual Poker Run

Serving A Woman’s Place at Tallahassee Memorial

Left to Right: Divas Director Pat Kossmann, Linda Wright and Georgie Reffner smile for the camera while serving lunch during the Poker Run festivities.

Divas Director Pat Kossmann (center) and Divas members Teddy Watson (left) and Hestia Warren (right) share a laugh with a Poker Run participant.

Left to Right: A Woman’s Place Manager Sherry Kendrick, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving Judi Taber and TMH Administrator of Women’s and Children’s Services Connie Styons.

The Chrome Divas were honored at the 2007 National Philanthropy Day celebration by the Big Bend Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals as the Outstanding Fundraising Organization in the region for efforts within the community on behalf of women and children. Judi Taber, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving, said, “ The TMH Foundation is honored to continue a partnership with all the Chrome Divas of Tallahassee each year and admires their extraordinary efforts to raise funds to help those individuals served by A Woman’s Place.”

Sherry Kendrick, A Woman’s Place Manager, concluded, “Proceeds from the Poker Run provide generous funding for women who do not have either the financial resources or insurance and are in need of breast prosthesis, mastectomy bras and compression garments. Our patients are truly grateful for this wonderful gift of support from this unique local organization.”

For further information or to make a donation to benefit A Woman’s Place, please contact Judi Taber at judi.taber@tmh.org or call 850.431.5904.

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“Curtains for a Cause” is an annual Valentine’s Day event with proceeds designated for the Brian Jackson Dystonia Research and Discovery Program under the auspices of the Florida State University College of Medicine and its clinical partner Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. The Program’s Director is Pradeep G. Bhide, Ph.D. who explained, “This research initiative has already made remarkable strides. Notable among its accomplishments is the discovery of novel brain mechanisms contributing to dystonia, the development of genetic screening and stem cell based research, and the establishment of a Movement Disorders Center and Clinic at Tallahassee Memorial.”

The University Center Club ballroom at Florida State University is the site for this entertaining and fun-filled event that combines the talents of our wonderful community of actors and students with a hilarious musical comedy and a gourmet meal prepared and served by the Club’s award-winning staff. A Champagne toast for all and a rose for each lady are included. Tickets are $100 each — $50.00 covers food, beverage and entertainment — the remainder may be claimed as an income tax charitable deduction.

This year’s musical is ARE WE THERE YET? – a roller coaster ride through the lives of modern American families. This merry musical romp includes everything from hysterical family car trips and mothers praying for hits at their sons’ baseball games, to fathers sitting through ballet lessons. This lively musical portrays the love and challenges of the old adage, “You can pick your friends but you can’t pick your family.” One thing is for sure, you will definitely relate to this family musical and “enjoy the ride!”

For tickets and sponsorships, please contact Mark A. Marple at TMH Foundation, 850.431.4080, mark.marple@tmh.org or visit www.curtainsforacause.com to order online. Seating is limited so order now. It’s the perfect romantic Valentine’s Day evening that CAN SAVE LIVES!

Scottsdale Academy and its owners Jennifer and Roy Keister — in collaboration with teachers, families and friends — decided to implement a second week-long celebration of giving with a toy drive to benefit the Tallahassee Memorial Children’s Center as a part of its “give back to the community” program.

The toy drive was in the spring of this year and culminated with a program presented at both Scottsdale locations – Mahan Drive and Southwood – by Tallahassee Memorial Child Life Specialist Lauren Sherrill and TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving Judi Taber. Ms. Sherrill discussed the services the Children’s Center provides for its patients and shared information with the children using a medical toy kit. Ms. Taber thanked Mr. and Mrs. Keister and the Scottdale Academy staff, parents and children for their gifts to benefit hospitalized children and their families at TMH and then read to the Scottsdale students the book, “Baxter Gets an X-ray.” Scottsdale Academy’s generous gift included clothing, books, puzzles, playdough and other positive distractions to benefit hospitalized children.

Mrs. Keister concluded, “This is the second year that Scottsdale Academy made the decision to give back to the community at both of its locations to benefit the Tallahassee Memorial Children’s Center. The Scottsdale Academy’s gift represents the generosity of educators, proud parents and grandparents who are very passionate about this project. The children and teachers at Scottsdale also enjoy the visits and presentations by the TMH Foundation and the Tallahassee Memorial Children’s Center.”

Curtains for a Cause

Scottsdale Academy Gives Back to the Community with Toy Drive to Benefit the Tallahassee Memorial Children’s Center

(Above) Scottsdale Academy owner Roy Keister, TMH Foundation Director of Annual Giving Judi Taber, Scottsdale Academy owner Jennifer Keister, TMH Child Life Specialist Lauren Sherrill and Scottsdale Academy Southwood Director Krysten Grimes.

(Left) Ms. Sherrill reviews the contents of a medical toy kit with Scottsdale Academy students.

TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE AND ITS FOUNDATION SALUTE AND HONOR THE

21st Annual Tee Off for Tots Golf Tournament/Dinner Carnival & Raffle Donors

whose generous support benefits the Proctor Endowment for Children with Diabetes and Pediatric Programs at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare

Special Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor

& Sponsor of Automobile

TOURNAMENT SPONSORS Don Veller Seminole Golf CourseGarcia Hamilton & Associates, L.P.Golden Eagle Country ClubHilaman Park Municipal Golf CourseKillearn Country ClubNic’s ToggeryPepsi Cola Company Play It Again SportsSmith Family Chiropractic Southwood Golf ClubSummerbrooke Golf ClubTallahassee Coca-Cola Bottling Co. USAble LifeBrendon Vavrica, Thistle Asset ConsultingL. Gary Wright

DONATIONS Bass Pro Shops Sportsman’s WarehouseBusch GardensBonefish GrillCDW

Chelsea’s SalonVickie and Sam ChildersMurl CruceDonald L. Tucker Civic Center/ Florida State UniversityThe Gem CollectionHarry’s SeafoodNorth Florida Animal HospitalJune PhelpsPremier Health & Fitness CenterRobert’s Jewelry & DesignSeaWorld/AquaticaStrauss GalleryTMH Gift ShopWalt Disney WorldWild Adventures Theme Park

GOLD TEAM SPONSORS — $2,000AristoiChilders Construction, Inc.Gresham, Smith & PartnerskW ControlLewis & Thompson Electric, Inc.Peter Mitchell Associates, Inc.

Publix Super Markets CharitiesSoutheastern DermatologyTallahassee Memorial HealthCareW. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

TEAM SPONSORS — $1,200 BB&T Landrum Yeager/ Coker ConsultingBig Bend HospiceCabling Technologies, Inc.Capital City BankCapital Health PlanCDW Clemons, Rutherford & Associates, Inc.Culpepper Construction Company Florida BlueGeneral Dynamics Team 1General Dynamics Team 2Golden Eagle Country ClubGTO, Inc. Healthcare Performance GroupHi-Tech Systems Associates, Inc. Inspired Technologies, Inc.Mad Dog ConstructionMMHP Investment Advisors

Nic’s ToggeryNorth Florida Women’s CareRefreshment Services Pepsi Regions BankResidential ElevatorsRT Electric, LLCSouthern Medical Group, P.A.Tallahassee Orthopedic ClinicTransamerica Retirement Systems

DINNER SPONSORS FLORAL DECORATIONS SPONSOR

COURSE BEVERAGE SPONSORGOLF BALL SPONSOR TOURNAMENT HOST

BREAKFAST SPONSOR TOURNAMENT

GOODIE BAG SPONSOR

TOURNAMENT PRINTING SPONSOR

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LUNCH SPONSOR TOWEL SPONSOR

RandyGuemple

SIGN SPONSOR BEER SPONSOR

MEDICAL SPONSORS MAJOR MEDIA SPONSOR

TRI-EAGLESALES

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TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE AND ITS FOUNDATION SALUTE THE

2014 Cards for a Cure Sponsors, Donors, Volunteers, Committee and its Honoree, Glenda Thornton

Barbara Alford, RN, BSN

Elyzabeth Anderson

Anesthesiology Associates of Tallahassee

AstraZeneca

Mary and David Bellamy, MD

Benson’s Heating & Air Conditioning

Shelby Blank, MD and David Burday, MD

Blue Abaco

Janet Borneman

Mildred and A. J. Brickler, MD

Kathleen Brennan

Kathy Brooks

Melissa Bruce

Julie Campbell

Darcy Cavell

Centre Pointe Health & Rehabilitation

Amy Cooksey

Marie Cowart

Frances Davis

Chase and Michelle Dickson

Chollet Dunbar

Laurie and Kelly Dozier

Kim L. Ellison

Figg Engineering

Florida State University School of Theatre

Florida Surplus Lines – Gary Pullen

FMI Business Systems

Jana-Bures Forsthoefel, MD and Mike Forsthoefel, MD

Paula Fortunas

Missy Gunnels Flowers

Brian Haley

Hancock Bank

Sarah Nan Haney

Judy and Myron Hayden

Woody Hayes

Latasha and Ed Jackson, MD

Erwin and Stephanie Jackson

Kimberly Jones

Rachel Jones

Kristine and Farhat Khairallah, MD

Katie’s Cakes and Catering

Mike and Nicole Koski

Sonia Lee

Steffany Lendon & Steve Halderman

Lewis Longman & Walker

Linens by Sharon

Cecilia and Peter Loeb, MD

Roger Luca and Bernadette Kearney

Mainline Information Systems

Mark Marple

Jimmy and Coleen Minor

Patty and Chuck Mitchell

Moore Bass Consulting

The Naumann Group: Greg Nelson, Realtor

Shelly Nelson

North Florida Women’s Care

Rebecca Parrish

Preventive Cardiology & Internal Medicine Associates

Prime Meridian Bank

Residential Elevators

Mara and Christopher Rumana, M.D.

Sachs Media Group

Laurie Shelfer

Matt and Nita Sherer

Abby Smith

Southern Cardiac & Vascular Associates

Gary and Joan Stout

JoAnne Suggs

Summit Group

Tallahassee Democrat

Tallahassee Magazine

Tallahassee Memorial Heart & Vascular Cath Lab Staff

Tallahassee Neurological Clinic

Tallahassee Woman Magazine

Team 1 Orthopaedics, Inc.

Thomas, Howell, Ferguson, PA

Giles Toole

Top Hat Limo and Sedan Service

Amy Townley

Mallory Tucker

United Solutions

University Physical Medicine Chiropractic & Medical Care

Vegas Nights

WCTV

Ann and Andrew Wong, MD

A Special Tribute of Thanks to the Students, Faculty, Staff, and Administration

of Leon High School, Maclay School and Robert F. Munroe School

PHOTO SPONSOR: Gina and Jean-Paul Tran, MD

WINE GLASS SPONSOR: TMH PHYSICIAN PARTNERS, CANCER & HEMATOLOGY SPECIALISTS Tim Broeseker, MD, Janice Lawson, MD, Jeannine Silberman, MD, Iman Imanirad, MD, and Amit Jain, MD, MPH

BAR SPONSOR: AUCTION SPONSOR: ACCRETIVE HEALTH, INC.

BAND SPONSOR: TMH PHYSICIAN PARTNERS RADIATION ONCOLOGY SPECIALISTS Philip Sharp, MD, Raj Bendre, MD and Ovidiu Marina, MD

TITLE SPONSOR:

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“Paint it Pink enters its sixth season in partnership with Tallahassee Memorial to support the hospital’s Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center,” announced Vanessa Fuchs, FSU Senior Associate Athletics Director, at a September 22 press conference. This announcement was punctuated with the presentation of a check in the amount of $14,593 to Maye Walker, champion of breast cancer awareness and co-founder of the Center, and Paula Fortunas, President and CEO of the TMH Foundation. “This gift represents the proceeds from the fifth Paint it Pink season. By the close of the sixth season, we anticipate that more than $75,000 will have been donated as a result of the Paint it Pink campaign,” noted Ms. Fuchs.

During the Paint it Pink campaign, each of the FSU women’s sports teams hosts a “pink” game/event. Teams don such items as pink shoe laces, swim caps and jerseys with all proceeds designated for the Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center. Encouraging support for the campaign, Mrs. Walker said, “The funds raised through this concerted effort will help the Center reach more women with its comprehensive array of services that include mammography, early diagnosis breast cancer counseling, patient navigation, and image recovery services.”

Mrs. Fortunas concluded, “Tallahassee Memorial is profoundly grateful to the FSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, to each of the women’s teams’ coaches and to the student athletes. Paint it Pink is powerful. It simultaneously generates funds for breast cancer detection and treatment and heightens breast cancer awareness among the college-age population.”

“PAINT IT PINK” FSU Women’s Athletics Salute The Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center

SCRAPBOOKThe Ninth Annual

CARDS FOR A CURE Benefiting the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center

Left to Right: Co-Founder, Sharon Ewing Walker Breast Health Center Maye Walker, Swimming & Diving Assistant Coach Katie Gardocki, Soccer Head Coach Mark Krikorian, Senior Associate AD/SWA Vanessa Fuchs, Sand Volleyball Head Coach Danalee Corso, Indoor Volleyball Head Coach Chris Poole, TMH Foundation President/CEO Paula Fortunas and Softball Head Coach Lonni Alameda.

PHOTO BY RYALS LEE/FSU ATHLETICS

Zaneta Batchelor and Wayne Batchelor, MD

The Cards for a Cure Committee from Left to Right. Front Row: Mallory Tucker, Darcy Cavell, Kathy Brooks, and Laurie Shelfer Back Row: Kimberly Jones, Janet Borneman, JoAnne Suggs, Amy Townley and Mark Marple

Donya Salmasinia and Inman Imanirad, MD

Philip Sharp, MD (standing) with Iraida and Sam Miller and Melody Steck

Mildred Petty Brickler and A.J. Brickler, MD Gina and Jean-Paul Tran, MD

Andrea Rossetto and Raj Bendre, MD

Gloria Nixon, Cancer Center RN and Tim Broeseker, MDPam and Billy Epting,

Principal of Leon High School

Cards for a Cure Honoree Glenda Thornton is surrounded by family and friends. Left to Right: brother Kelvin, mother Bette and father Levon Thornton, Glenda Thornton, Neal Morris and son Johnathan Morris.

1331 East Sixth Avenue, Tallahassee, Florida 32303Telephone: 850.431.5389 Facsimile: 850.431.4483E-Mail: paula.fortunas@tmh.orgWebsite: www.tmh.org/foundation

To Make a Secure Online Donation:Please visit www.tmh.org/foundation. Click on Make a Donation and then Click on Donate Now.

The TMH Foundation is pleased to host the Fifth Annual TMH Golf Skills Challenge, a unique golfing event to benefit the Tallahassee Memorial Cancer Center. The Challenge will be held on Sunday, November 2, 2014 at the Southwood Golf Club.

“This is not your typical golf tournament,” said Paula Fortunas, President and CEO of the TMH Foundation. “The event features 20 golf ‘challenges’ that will test the skills and abilities of participating golfers.” Individual and team points will determine a team champion, as well as, men’s and women’s individual champions. An awards program will follow the Challenge.

Steve Rogers, founder and Chair of the Golf Skills Challenge Committee, is a fourteen-year survivor of pancreatic cancer. “While undergoing treatment, and in the intervening years, Steve has worked tirelessly to raise awareness and funds to fight cancer,” said Mark A. Marple, TMH Foundation Major Gifts Program Director.

“As a cancer survivor I’ve always thought that it was my duty to give back to others who are waging their fight to survive. My wife Wendy, also a cancer survivor, and I do everything that we can to help others, and with this golf event we are combining our passion for golf with our desire to serve others. I can’t thank my golfing buddies and sponsors enough for jumping on board to help make this such a great event. It is my intent to hold the Golf Skills Challenge for many years to come.”

Sonny’s Bar-B-Q is again the presenting sponsor and will be teaming up with other great sponsors including Red Elephant, Tri-Eagle Sales, IBM, Prime Meridian Bank, Kraft Nissan, Jimmy John’s, Miller Glass, Mainline Information Systems, Newk’s Express Café, Camp Creek Golf, Mellow Mushroom and Subway.

For information about entering a team or becoming a sponsor, please contact Mark A. Marple at the TMH Foundation at 850-431-4080 or Mark.Marple@tmh.org or online at www.golfskillschallenge.org.

Fifth Annual GOLF SKILLS CHALLENGE

Traditionally, as the year draws to a close, the TMH Foundation expresses its gratitude for your generosity and offers gift planning information for consideration with your family and professional advisors. And, 2014 is no exception. Your kind and generous acts and gifts have again positively influenced the hospital and the care of its patients and their families, along with the health of the community

at large. TMH is profoundly grateful to you, one and all, and respectfully requests your continued support.

While taxes are rarely the primary motivation for a charitable gift, tax considerations may influence the size, timing and form that a gift takes. Consequently, it is important to become familiar with the pertinent tax law provisions, their role and bearing on your charitable planning goals.

Timing and type of asset donated really matter with respect to favored tax treatment and can often significantly reduce the donor’s “cost” of making the contribution. To illustrate, gifts of property such as stocks, bonds and real estate that have increased in value can result in extra tax savings. If such assets are held for longer than one year, the donor can give them and claim an income tax charitable deduction for the full fair market value. Furthermore, the donor incurs no tax on the capital gain. If one owns securities that have decreased in value, selling those securities and making an income tax deductible gift of the cash proceeds should be explored. The sale creates a loss which may be deductible from other taxable income.

Toward the end of the year is also a good time to review long-range estate and financial plans. Wills, living trusts, life insurance policies, retirement accounts and other planning vehicles frequently offer exceptional opportunities for leaving a lasting legacy. Many donors prefer to fund meaningful future gifts while retaining a life income and enjoying immediate income tax savings and other benefits.

Honor Family, Friends and Business Associates Evidence points to increased giving to charities in lieu of traditional holiday presents. If that is your choice, the TMH Foundation will welcome your contributions and will promptly and appropriately notify each honoree of your generosity on their behalf. Also, during the season of special giving, you may want to make a gift in memory of a family member or friend you have lost.

A Reminder December 31 is the last day to make a contribution for which you may claim a 2014 income tax charitable deduction. If mailed, gift checks must be postmarked by December 31 and the deadline for online donations is 11:59 p.m. on December 31. To make gifts other than cash, such as securities or real property or to discuss a gift within your estate plan, please call or e-mail the TMH Foundation – contact information appears below.

Note: The contents of this article and any materials you request and receive from the TMH Foundation are general in nature and are not intended as either legal, financial or tax advice. You should consult your own professional advisors before making a final decision with respect to gift plans and agreements.

Protocols for Philanthropy

Paula S. FortunasPresident/CEO

TMH Foundation

“The Most Generous Time of the Year”