Fund to Support Atrium Health Teammates
Atrium Health Caregiver Heroes Teammate Emergency Care Fund*
The Atrium Health Caregiver Heroes Teammate Emergency Care Fund supports Atrium Health teammates with reasonable and necessary personal, family, living, or funeral expenses when they have incurred a hardship caused by catastrophic events beyond their control. The fund assists teammates in meeting basic needs when all other resources have been used.
*The Atrium Health Teammate Emergency Care Fund is held at Atrium Health Employee Assistance, Inc. (AHEA), a charitable organization separate from Atrium Health Foundation and The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority (which does business under the trade name Atrium Health).
Behavioral Health Funds
Carolinas Behavioral Health Advancement Fund
Supports ongoing facilities improvements, new treatment advances, as well as education and clinical research programs for Atrium Health Behavioral Health facilities across the Greater Charlotte area.
LCH Pediatric Behavioral Health Fund
Supports the overall advancement of inpatient and outpatient pediatric behavioral health programs and services at Atrium Health Levine Children’s.
Mindy Ellen Levine Behavioral Health Fund
Supports facility enhancements, programmatic development, patient and staff education, and clinical research projects at Atrium Health’s Mindy Ellen Levine Behavioral Health Center in Davidson.
Cancer Funds
24 Foundation Cancer Survivorship & Wellness Fund
The 24 Foundation Cancer Survivorship & Wellness Fund supports Survivorship and Wellness Programs at Levine Cancer Institute (LCI) and Levine Children’s Hospital (LCH) which includes ongoing enhancement of LCI’s world class navigation program and continued sustainment and growth of survivorship and integrative oncology programs as well as supporting the pediatric cancer survivorship program at LCH.
All-In To Fight Cancer Fund
Supports the advancement of Levine Cancer Institute’s colorectal cancer research and program initiatives, as well as supporting patients and families in need at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute and Atrium Health Levine Children’s.
The Alvin Levine Distinguished Chair for Melanoma Research
An Atrium Health Foundation endowed fund dedicated to advancing melanoma research at Atrium Health Levine Cancer.
Baby J Ladley Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Fund
The Baby J Ladley Pediatric Brain Tumor Fund benefits the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program at Levine Children’s Hospital. Within this, the fund supports the advancement of brain tumor patient care, research, education, medical training, public awareness, and other brain tumor relation programs. It also supports the establishment of new research protocols not currently available in our region.
Berry Family Fund
This Fund supports strategic areas of hematology oncology research and provide assistance to patient and families in need of necessary services, supplies and special programs.
Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Fund
Supports the advancement of breast cancer research, support, and prevention programs associated with Levine Cancer Institute.
Cancer Care & Disparities Fund
The Cancer Care & Disparities Fund helps to provide comprehensive cancer education, early detection and access to care programs to broaden cancer health equity to reach those who need it the most. Supporting this fund allows for free screening and education services for medically vulnerable populations as well as the expansion of successful programming into new territories where gaps have been identified.
Cancer Research Innovations Fund
Supports early-stage clinical trials and related research conducted at Levine Cancer Institute.
Carolinas Advanced Prostate Cancer Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the support of prostate cancer research programs conducted by Levine Cancer Institute.
Carolinas Bladder Cancer Fund
Supports the advancement of bladder cancer research and treatment programs at Levine Cancer Institute.
Carolinas Brain Cancer Fund
Supports innovative clinical research studies to advance the treatment of brain cancer at Levine Cancer Institute.
Carolinas Breast Cancer Fund
Supports patient education and outreach programs, as well as clinical research and treatments in association with Levine Cancer Institute’s comprehensive breast cancer initiatives.
Carolinas Colon and GI Cancers Fund
Primarily supports patient education and outreach programs at Levine Cancer Institute related to colon and GI cancers, as well as clinical research and treatment initiatives.
Carolinas Leukemia Research Fund
This Fund supports innovative research efforts by Levine Cancer Institute physicians and scientists designed to enhance the treatment and diagnosis of leukemia.
Carolinas Liver and Pancreatic Care Advancement Fund
Supports local research designed to advance the treatment and early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.
Carolinas Lung Cancer Fund
The Fund supports patient education and outreach programs at Levine Cancer Institute, as well as clinical research and treatment initiatives for lung cancer patients.
Carolinas Lymphoma and CLL Fund
The Carolinas Lymphoma and CLL Fund supports the work of highly skilled physicians and researchers, clinical trials, educational programs, and vital blood cancer research.
Carolinas Melanoma & Immunotherapy Fund
Supports research and education programs chiefly designed to advance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of melanoma.
Carolinas Myeloma Research Fund
The purpose of the Carolinas Myeloma Research Fund is to support innovative myeloma research programs, as well as other related plasma cell disorders programs, in association with Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute.
Carolinas Ovarian Cancer Fund
The Carolinas Ovarian Cancer Fund supports research, improvement of patient treatment, and early detection efforts of ovarian cancer. Funding also goes toward clinical trials and unique programs such as genetic counseling.
Carolinas Supportive Oncology Fund
Supportive oncology takes into account the whole person, including all aspects of lifestyle. The Carolinas Supportive Oncology Fund supports safe, evidence-based complimentary therapies combined with the best conventional cancer treatments and medical practices. Programs include: Integrative Oncology, Cancer Survivorship, Cancer Rehabilitation, Oncology Nutrition, Oncology Palliative Medicine, Patient Navigation, Psycho-Oncology, Senior Oncology, and Research & education.
Don & Betty Anderson Fund for Bladder Cancer Research
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the support of bladder cancer and urologic medicine research at Levine Cancer Institute.
Dr. Derek Raghavan Chair in Cancer Research & Education Endowment
An Atrium Health Foundation endowed fund dedicated to advancing cancer research and education at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC.
The Gayle J. and Charles C. Tallardy III Foundation Distinguished Chair in Clinical Research
An Atrium Health Foundation endowed fund dedicated to advancing immunology-based clinical research at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute.
Jeremy B. Blevins Oral Cancer Fund
Supports efforts to enhance treatment or diagnosis of oral cancer including clinical and scientific research, awareness, and outreach initiatives to prevent oral cancer.
Kathryn & Luke Kissam Blood Cancer Research Fund
Supports advancements in blood cancer research, including Waldenstrom lymphoma, at Levine Cancer Institute.
KEEP POUNDING® Fund
Honoring the late Carolina Panthers player and coach, Sam Mills, as well as former player, Mark Fields, the Keep Pounding Fund ® advances and supports research efforts related to a wide variety of cancers. This Fund focuses on bringing the latest, most advanced, experimental cancer trials to Levine Cancer Institute (LCI) and Levine Children’s Hospital (LCH). The Fund also supports innovative cancer survivorship activities, such as the “LCI Cancer Wellness Program.”
Levine Cancer Institute Adolescent & Young Adult Survivorship Clinic Fund
An innovative Adolescent and Young Adult Survivorship Clinic at LCI, which allows Atrium Health to transition care of pediatric cancer survivors from pediatric to an adult setting.
Levine Cancer Institute Advancement Fund
Supports the areas of greatest need at Levine Cancer Institute.
Levine Cancer Institute Patient Special Needs Fund
Established to help cancer patients overcome some of the financial barriers associated with completing their treatments. This Fund is designed to provide partial, short-term assistance to help eligible patients with costs such as household bills, transportation, prosthetic devices, and temporary lodging. The Fund also provides qualifying patients with social works and patient navigators to help with financial hardships.
Mark Daidone Cancer Research Endowment
Supports advancements in early-stage cancer clinical research trials, patient programs, and provides educational opportunities to cancer research nursing staff focused on learning more about new treatment methods.
Marroum-Kardous Orthopaedic Oncology Fund
This fund supports orthopaedic oncology research, including but not limited to, early-stage clinical research, fellowship education and research, attendance at seminars and conferences, and visiting lecturers.
The McKay Urology Research & Education Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the support of genitourinary cancer (including but not limited to prostate, bladder, kidney, and testes) and urologic medicine research and education at Atrium Health – Charlotte’s Department of Urology.
Milas Head and Neck Oncology Endowment
An Atrium Health Foundation endowed fund dedicated to advancing the head & neck oncology program and supporting patients and families in need at Levine Cancer Institute.
More Than Skin Deep Fund
This fund is dedicated to advancing research in melanoma and immunotherapy efforts at Atrium Health Levine Cancer in Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as melanoma support groups and patient special needs assistance for melanoma patients.
Paula Takacs Sarcoma Research Fund
Supports innovative clinical research studies to advance the treatment of sarcoma at Levine Cancer Institute and Levine Children’s Hospital.
Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders Fund
Provides general support (other than research) to advance the Division of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and BMT at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Project PINK Breast Cancer Fund
The Project PINK Breast Cancer Fund supports access to life-saving mammography exams for the uninsured and underinsured women in our community.
Sandra Levine Young Women’s Breast Cancer Fund
This fund supports an innovative program serving women under 40, who are undergoing treatment for breast cancer. This program provides support group resources, access to mind-body-spirit speaker series, a peer matching program, a monthly newsletter, as well as social events. Our aim is to remove the barriers that make this experience feel isolating by matching patients with others that are like-minded and facing similar journeys.
SherryStrong Integrative Medicine Fund
The chief purpose of the Sherry Strong Integrative Medicine Fund is to provide funding in support of integrative medicine and supportive oncology advancements at Levine Cancer Institute.
Taylor Soloff Memorial Fund
The Taylor Soloff Memorial Fund supports Levine Cancer Institute initiatives surrounding patient care and support.
Teresa Flippo-Morton, MD, Surgical Oncology Fund
Honoring Dr. Teresa Flippo-Morton’s distinguished career at Levine Cancer Institute as a skillful surgeon and remarkable mentor to residents and fellows, Atrium Health Foundation established the Teresa Flippo-Morton, MD, Surgical Oncology Fund. The Fund supports an array of educational and research opportunities for residents and fellows in the surgical oncology specialty, as well as notable LCI faculty educational endeavors in this area.
Carolinas Rehabilitation
Carolinas Rehabilitation Fund
This fund supports the most critical programmatic and facility needs of Carolinas Rehabilitation, including professional education opportunities for nursing and therapy staff, patient and family support programs, community outreach and facility enhancements.
Carolinas Adaptive Sports & Adventures Program Fund
The Adaptive Sports & Adventures Program is designed to challenge youth and adults with physical disabilities to develop skills that will lead to and enhance an active and productive lifestyle – one without barriers or limits. This fund supports local adaptive teams and programs, as well as purchasing adaptive equipment at Carolinas Rehabilitation.
Logan Stroud Special Needs Fund
Provides funding to deserving patients and families being treated at Carolinas Rehabilitation who need assistance to pay for medically necessary services, supplies, and special programs. This might include transportation vouchers or passes, scholarships to cover uninsured rehabilitation treatment programs, support group funding, special equipment and supplies, educational materials, temporary housing assistance, or various other services and programs for patient families.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Research & Education Fund
This fund is dedicated to the support of resident education programs and notable faculty research and educational endeavors associated with the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Carolinas Medical Center and/or Carolinas Rehabilitation.
Spinal Cord Injury Fund
Provides funding for equipment, resources, or program needs for the spinal cord injury team, as well as supporting Atrium’s Living Fit and Engaged (LIFE) program to help improve patient quality of life through exercise, employment counseling, and various other training.
Heart & Vascular Funds
Cardiovascular Care Transformation Fund
Supports innovation in education, research, and clinical care pathways, as well as training opportunities, pilot funding for personnel, programmatic needs and other special projects for the Center for Cardiovascular Care Transformation at Atrium Health’s Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
Carolinas Cardiovascular Health & Rehabilitation Fund
This Fund supports the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program while expanding the scope of its cardiovascular health research programs. In addition, the Fund supports specialized education opportunities for caregivers and advances the growth of community education programs conducted by Carolinas Medical Center and Sanger Hearts & Vascular Institute.
The Dowd Foundation Center for Cardio-Oncology Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to advancing The Dowd Foundation Center for Cardio-Oncology at Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
The Francis Robicsek, MD, PhD, Cardiovascular Surgery Fund
The Francis Robicsek, MD, PhD Fund for Cardiovascular Surgery supports Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute research projects, international medical programs, seminars, or conferences, visiting lecturers, resident and fellow research initiatives, and other physician educational opportunities.
The Gragg Center for Cardiovascular Performance Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to advancing The Gragg Center for Cardiovascular Performance at Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
The Gragg Endowed Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to advancing cardiovascular medicine at Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
Heart Transplant Patient Special Needs Funds
The Fund provides financial assistance to heart transplant/ heart failure patients needing help paying for medical supplies, programs, and services at Sanger Heart and Vascular Institute (SHVI).
The HEARTest Yard Fund
Provides support for the HEARTest Yard initiative, which is a collaboration between the Greg Olsen Foundation and Levine Children’s Hospital designed to make the transition from the hospital to the home much easier for families of children affected by congenital heart disease.
Izard Family Fund for Excellence in Women’s Cardiovascular Care
The chief purpose of this fund includes but is not limited to providing funding to advance women’s cardiovascular care and the Women’s Cardiovascular Center at Atrium Health’s Sanger Hart & Vascular Institute.
Nalibotsky Family Heart Transplant Fund
Established by the family of heart transplant patient Philip Nalibotsky in 2003, this fund supports treatment advancements, education, and patient outreach activities to advance Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute’s heart transplant program.
Partnership for Pediatric Hearts Fund
Supports pediatric cardiovascular services and the pediatric congenital heart program at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute Advancement Fund
This fund supports capital improvements, treatment programs, clinical research, and patient education initiatives within Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute Special Needs Fund
The SHVI Special Needs Fund supports financial aid measures to patients and families receiving care at the Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
The Siverling Endowed Chair in Vascular Surgery
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to advancing vascular surgery at Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
Infant & Children Funds
Almirola Family Fund
The Almirola Family Fund provides children and families at Levine Children’s Hospital support for patient experience, services and programs.
Carolinas Kids Cancer Research Fund
The Carolinas Kids Cancer Research Fund is dedicated to advance Phase I and Phase II Clinical Trials at Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s Hospital and provide the most advanced cancer treatment to children of the Carolinas.
Children’s Miracle Network
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals provide unrestricted funds to their member hospitals through national and local partnerships, programs, and events. Locally, as a CMN member hospital, Levine Children’s Hospital benefits from CMN grants for pediatric care including funding for transformational medical programs, specialized equipment, and support services at pediatric facilities affiliated with Levine Children’s Hospital.
Children’s Special Needs Fund
The Children’s Special Needs Fund provides funding to deserving families of children being treated at Levine Children’s Hospital who require financial assistance to pay for medically necessary utility bills, transportation, services, supplies, equipment, and special programs.
Cottie & Cake Fund
The Cottie and Cake Fund was established in 2011 by the Hampton family and friends to honor their twins, Scotlynn and Katelynn, in appreciation of the care they received at Levine Children’s Hospital. Funds support the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery at Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s Hospital.
Ella Floyd Fund
The Ella Floyd Fund provides special needs assistance for heart failure and transplant families at Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s Hospital.
Ewing’s Sarcoma Research Fund
Supports the research, personnel, and equipment needed to advance Ewing’s sarcoma research and care at Atrium Health Levine Children’s.
The HEARTest Yard Fund
Provides support for the HEARTest Yard initiative, which is a collaboration between the Greg Olsen Foundation and Levine Children’s Hospital designed to make the transition from the hospital to the home much easier for families of children affected by congenital heart disease.
HLH Fund
Supports hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) research, education, and awareness at Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s, as well as provide some basic support for HLH families treated at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Isabella Santos Foundation Rare & Solid Tumors Fund
The chief purpose of the Isabella Santos Foundation Rare & Solid Tumors Fund will be to support the personnel, programs, equipment, academic initiatives, and related clinical and scientific research at the Isabella Santos Foundation Rare & Solid Tumor Program at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation Fund
The Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation Fund is dedicated to supporting the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation Endowed Chair in Cancer & Blood Disorders at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation Cancer Innovations Fund
The Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation Cancer Innovations fund supports the latest in innovative medicine, research, clinical trials, cutting-edge technology, and health care delivery within Levine Children’s Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders Division.
Joedance Cancer Fund
Supports pediatric cancer research at Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s, with a specific focus on research and clinical trial for pediatric sarcomas, blastomas and brain tumors.
LCH Pediatric Behavioral Health Fund
Supports the overall advancement of inpatient and outpatient pediatric behavioral health programs and services at Atrium Health Levine Children’s.
Levine Children’s Hospital Advancement Fund
The Levine Children’s Hospital Advancement Fund benefits programs and services at Levine Children’s Hospital (LCH). Funds are used to sustain, enhance, and expand the pediatric and newborn programs that LCH provides the community.
Levine Children’s Hospital Cancer Research Laboratory Fund
The Levine Children’s Hospital Cancer Research Laboratory Fund supports research staff, equipment, laboratory supplies and other operating costs for the Pediatric Cancer Translational Research Lab. This laboratory is located within Levine Cancer Institute II and is associated with the Division of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and BMT at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Levine Children’s Hospital Cardiac Intensive Care Fund
This Fund supports key elements of patient care, and patient and family support, related to the Ricky Hendrick Centers for Intensive Care at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Levine Children’s Hospital Child Life Fund
Supports essential recreational and educational programs conducted for hospitalized pediatric patients and siblings by the Child Life staff of Levine Children’s Hospital.
Levine Children’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Fund
Supports equipment improvement, furnish enhancements, specialized nursing education, and patient/ family support programs associated with the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit within Levine Children’s Hospital.
Levine Children’s Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Fund
The LCH Pediatric Intensive Care Fund supports equipment improvement, services, and programs within the Pediatric ICU at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Levine Children’s Hospital Pediatric Nephrology Fund
The Pediatric Nephrology Fund provides funding for clinical research, treatment, and patient support initiatives at the Pediatric Nephrology Center of Excellence at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Levine Children’s Hospital Pediatric Rehabilitation Fund
The LCH Pediatric Rehabilitation Fund is dedicated to the advancement of pediatric rehabilitation programs associated with Levine Children’s Hospital, including pilot program support, equipment needs, and research and program development initiatives.
Levine Children’s Hospital Pulmonary Care Fund
Supports the advancement of pediatric pulmonary care programs associated with Levine Children’s Hospital.
Martin Truex, Jr. Foundation Pediatric Integrative Medicine Fund
The chief purpose of this fund is to provide support of integrative medicine and supportive oncology advancements within the Levine Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders department.
Partnership for Pediatric Hearts Fund
Supports pediatric cardiovascular services and the pediatric congenital heart program at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders Fund
Provides general support (other than research) to advance the Division of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and BMT at Levine Children’s Hospital.
The Pediatric Heart Failure & Transplant Special Needs Fund
For qualifying families who demonstrate financial need, this fund provides financial aid to families caring for a seriously ill or injured child being treated in Levine Children’s pediatric heart failure/transplant program. The fund will help families cover ancillary expenses related to their child’s care, such as housing expenses, utilities, transportation, temporary lodging, medical equipment, and other related needs identified by Levine Children’s Hospital social workers.
Pediatric Immunodeficiency Fund
The Pediatric Immunodeficiency Fund provides funding to enhance the pediatric immunodeficiency support programs and research efforts at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Pediatric Rheumatology Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the support of research, education, treatment, and patient family support programs associated with the Pediatric Rheumatology program at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital.
Pediatric Sickle Cell Fund
The Pediatric Sickle Cell Fund supports the advancement of pediatric sickle cell programs and patient / family support groups associated with Levine Children’s Hospital.
Type I Diabetes Hope Fund
Supports patient, family and clinical needs associated with newly diagnosed cases of Type I Diabetes at Levine Children’s Hospital.
Ward Winslett Center for Complex and Rare Diseases Fund
Provides support for personnel, programmatic, research, and capital needs to establish the Ward Winslett Center for Complex and Rare Diseases and advance the care of pediatric rare disease patients at Atrium Health Levine Children’s.
Research Funds
Atrium Health Nursing Fund
The Atrium Health Nursing Fund supports services, programs, and advancement of initiatives within nursing departments at Atrium Health in the Greater Charlotte region.
Carolinas Transplant Center Fund
Supports research and education programs associated with liver, kidney, heart and other transplant programs of the Transplant Center at Carolinas Medical Center.
Emergency Medicine Research & Education Fund
The Emergency Medicine Research and Education Fund supports resident education and research programs, educational endeavors, and produce seed funding for selected faculty research projects associated with the Department of Emergency Medicine at Carolinas Medical Center.
Family Medicine Research & Education Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the overall advancement of research and education at Atrium Health’s Department of Family Medicine and the Carolinas Medical Center Family Medicine Residency program.
Ross Trauma Center Fund
Initiated in 2001, this endowment fund provides substantial annual support for research studies, treatment initiatives, and educational programs at Carolinas Medical Center’s F. H. Sammy Ross Trauma Center.
Internal Medicine Research and Education Fund
This Fund supports resident activities such as travel for presentations, conferences, and global health rotations as well as resident wellness activities and team building events. The Fund also supports education and research opportunities both locally and regionally for residents and faculty.
Orthopaedic Research Advancement Fund
The Orthopaedic Research Advancement Fund supports advancements in expanding orthopaedic research opportunities and educational programs at Carolinas Medical Center.
The Perspective Health & Wellness Advancement Fund
This fund supports patient, research, personnel, programmatic, and equipment needs to advance care within Atrium Health Perspective Health & Wellness as well as the Executive Health Program at Atrium Health.
The Rose Endowment for Excellence in Children’s Healthcare
Supports annual Excellence Award(s) to be awarded to front-line nursing, therapy, or child-life staff at Levine Children’s Hospital to pursue meaningful continuing education opportunities, in honor of former Foundation President, Michael L. Rose.
Traci Dawn Yates Memorial Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund designated to support an annual award from the Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation (CORE) for Atrium Health Faculty Members conducting research.
Sarah Lantz Surgical Mission Fund
The Sarah Lantz Surgical Mission Fund supports Carolinas Medical Center’s Department of Surgery, specifically through resident medical mission trips and expansive medical opportunities to provide its residents with global healthcare experience.
Medical Education Funds
Betsy and Alfred Brand Nursing Education Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to supporting the advancement of nursing education at Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.
Carolinas College Advancement Fund
One of the largest nursing education programs in North Carolina, Carolinas College of Health Sciences is the largest hospital-based college in the state. Student scholarships as well as equipment, supplies, and faculty support are made possible by gifts to The Carolinas College of Health Sciences.
Carolinas College Student Emergency & Assistance Fund
The Carolinas College Student Emergency & Assistance Fund has been established to help with financial hardships incurred by our students due to catastrophic events.
Carolinas Emergency Medicine Alumni Fund
The Carolinas Emergency Medicine Alumni Fund supports social, educational, and outreach activities for Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Emergency Medicine alumni, residents, and faculty.
Carolinas Nursing Endowment
Initiated in the early 1990’s in conjunction with the creation of Atrium Health’s Carolinas College of Health Sciences, this fund represents a collection of individual scholarship endowments for nursing scholarships benefiting students at The School of Nursing at The Carolinas College of Health Sciences.
Carolinas Surgical Fund
Supports educational, social and outreach activities involving Carolinas Medical Center Department of Surgery residents and alumni, along with faculty.
Carolinas Trauma Care Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the advancement of trauma care programs associated with Atrium Health.
Charis Cancer Fellowship Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the support of Breast Surgery and Related Fellowships at Levine Cancer Institute.
Family Medicine Research & Education Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the overall advancement of research and education at Atrium Health’s Department of Family Medicine and the Carolinas Medical Center Family Medicine Residency program.
Susan Stricker Radiologic Technology Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established in honor of Susan Poston Stricker upon her retirement as the radiologic technology program director. Susan graduated from the Charlotte Memorial Radiologic Technology program in 1960 and was the heart and soul of the program as it grew and developed over the years.
Tarwater Endowment for Spiritual Care and Education
The Tarwater Endowment for Spiritual Care & Education supports Atrium Health’s Spiritual Care & Education programs, including: expansion and enhancement of chaplaincy residency or fellowship programs; support for new chaplaincy positions; support for visiting speakers and related educational initiatives.
Valya E. Visser Endowment for Pediatric Education
This Endowment honors Valya E. Visser, M.D., past chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Carolinas Medical Center, for her insightful leadership and commitment to the care and healing of children. Donations help enhance education and research opportunities for pediatric residents and faculty at CMC and Levine Children’s Hospital.
Musculoskeletal Institute Funds (MSKI)
Carolinas Muscular Dystrophy Research Fund
Initiated in 2003, this Fund is dedicated to research for select types of muscular dystrophy, particularly Limb/Girdle, which is currently being conducted at Carolinas Medical Center’s McColl-Lockwood Laboratory for MD Research.
Carolinas Sports Medicine Fund
The Carolinas Sports Medicine Fund supports Atrium Health’s sports medicine and injury care programs for adolescents, adults and seniors across the hospital system.
The Edward N. Hanley Jr., MD Endowed Chair for Ortho Surgery Fund
Supports Orthopaedic Surgery Resident education, research, and leadership development at Carolinas Medical Center.
The Orthopaedic Trauma Fund
The Orthopaedic Trauma Fund supports scientific and clinical research projects related to orthopaedic trauma. The fund also supports new or advanced treatment programs, resident or other educational programs related to orthopaedic trauma.
Neuroscience Funds
Carolinas ALS Research Fund
Supports clinical and scientific research activities directed toward enhanced diagnosis and treatment of ALS. All research is conducted under the direction of the Medical Director of CMC’s Carolinas Neuromuscular / ALS-MDA Center.
Carolinas Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Fund
Dedicated to advancing the Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia program by supporting vital patient support programs, education initiatives, and innovative research for Atrium Health patients experiencing Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Carolinas Epilepsy Fund
Carolinas Epilepsy Fund at the Atrium Health Neurosciences Institute supports vital patient services, advanced epilepsy treatment and innovative research.
Carolinas Multiple Sclerosis Fund
This fund seeks to involve local families who have been touched by multiple sclerosis (MS) in fundraising to support a broad array of clinical research and innovative treatment initiatives conducted by Atrium Health’s Neurosciences Institute.
Carolinas Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Endowment
This endowment supports patient education and support programs, clinical trials and research, fellowships, and other medical programs enhancing patient care and research initiatives.
George Shinn Neurovascular Excellence and Innovations Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation Fund dedicated to advancing neurovascular medicine and stroke care through support for the research, personnel, programmatic, and equipment needs at The George Shinn Comprehensive Stroke Center at Atrium Health.
Mike Rucker ALS Care Fund
The Mike Rucker ALS Care Fund supports in-home respite caregiving services for ALS patients and their families.
Neurosciences Advancement Fund
The Neurosciences Advancement Fund supports the advancement of Atrium Health’s neurology research program, including clinical, translational, and outcomes research.
Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Patient Special Needs Fund
Supports patients’ and families’ financial needs associated with treatment of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders at Atrium Health’s Neurosciences Institute.
Regional Support and Facilities Funds
Atrium Health Anson Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the overall advancement of Atrium Health Anson.
Atrium Health Pineville Fund
The chief purposes of the Fund will include funding personnel, programs, research, educational opportunities and capital expenses related to the advancement of Atrium Health Pineville.
Atrium Health Union Advancement Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the overall advancement of Atrium Health Union.
Atrium Health Union West Advancement Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the overall advancement of Atrium Health Union West.
Atrium Health University City Outreach Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to support of community outreach activities in association with the charitable healthcare mission of Atrium Health University.
Atrium Health University Fund
Supports funding personnel, programs, research, educational opportunities, and capital expenses related to the advancement of Atrium Health University.
Atrium Health Mercy Fund
The chief purposes of the Atrium Health Mercy Fund will include funding all aspects of CMC-Mercy.
CMC Community Clinics Special Needs Fund
The CMC Community Clinics Special Needs Fund provides funding to deserving patients being treated at CMC Community Clinics who require financial assistance to pay for medically necessary utility bills, transportation, services, supplies, equipment, and special programs.
Friends of Huntersville Oaks Fund
The Fund is dedicated to increasing the level of care patients need, including expanding residential-style skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and long-term care services and programs.
Friends of Sardis Oaks
The fund supports Atrium Health’s Sardis Oaks location and benefits their world-class skilled nurses, medical services, and any rehabilitation care and services.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County Fund
The Fund supports the medical, psychological and spiritual needs of patients in Cabarrus County to ensure they receive the best end-of-life care.
Hospice of Union County Fund
The Fund supports the medical, psychological and spiritual needs of patients in Union County to ensure they receive the best end-of-life care.
NC Poison Control Fund
The Fund is dedicated to providing community assistance in the prevention, treatment, and surveillance of poisonings and overdoses.
Palliative Care Fund
Supports educational literature for patients / families undergoing palliative care, community educational programs regarding advanced directives, relaxation items provided to patients, and memory packages for families to share with palliative care patients.
Pulmonary Funds
Jan & Ed Brown Pulmonary Medicine Advancement Fund
Supports the growth of clinical research impacting care delivery within the division of Pulmonary Medicine at Atrium Health.
The Robert A. Heyer, MD Pulmonary Medicine Fund
The Fund benefits the advancement of educational efforts and programs to increase overall patient care at the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division. These programs include additional therapy and support for patients and lectureships for physicians.
Union Pulmonary Patient Assistance Fund
Supports group programs, patient educational materials, special equipment and supplies, and follow-up care for uninsured and underinsured pulmonary patients residing in Union County or Anson County, including special needs such as transportation to medical appointments.
Women’s Health Funds
Anna’s Gift Fund
Anna’s Gift Fund was established in 2007 to support families who are bereaved as a result of the loss of an infant cared for by the Maternity-related units at CMC. Funds support patient teaching and educational materials, all supplies needed to create a memory box, grief support-related educational programs for unit nursing staff, and additional needs that may arise for families and nurses in perinatal loss.
The Atrium Health IVF Family Fund
The Atrium Health IVF Family Fund provides support for patients with infertility that require financial assistance for assisted reproductive techniques such as in vitro fertilization and frozen embryo transfer at the Reproductive Medicine and Infertility center.
OB/GYN Research & Education Fund
The purpose of this fund is to support a broad spectrum of resident and faculty research and educational endeavors, as well as other related programs, in association with the Department of OB/GYN.
Spangler Family Maternal Care and Healthy Beginnings Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to reducing unintended pregnancies, improving maternal outcomes, and helping provide outstanding care to infants to better prepare them for academic success.
Women’s Care Drive to Thrive Mobile Unit Fund
The Women’s Care Drive to Thrive Mobile Unit Fund provides funding toward the operational costs associated with Drive To Thrive, a mobile unit providing healthcare, including cancer screenings, pregnancy confirmation, access to birth control and postpartum care, with services provided by Atrium Health Women’s Care
Women’s Health Services Advancement Fund
Supports advancements in women’s health by expanding research opportunities, and creating programs and educational initiatives to improve access to care for women from all walks of life. Also supports programs to provide car seats, bassinets, and other infant equipment for financially at-risk mothers.
Other Adult Medical Specialties
Gastroenterology & Hepatology Medicine Fund
The Gastroenterology & Hepatology Medicine Fund provides funding in support of programs, personnel, equipment, capital, research, patient experience, care delivery, and other general needs to advance patient care delivered by the department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Medicine at Atrium Health.
Geriatric Medicine Advancement Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to the overall advancement of Geriatric Medicine at Atrium Health.
Sleep Medicine Advancement Fund
This fund supports programs, personnel, equipment, capital, research, patient experience, care delivery, and other general needs to advance patient care delivered by the department of Sleep Medicine.
Other Causes
Atrium Health Transplant Fund
An Atrium Health Foundation fund dedicated to advancing Atrium Health’s Transplant Center.
CMC Community Clinics Special Needs Fund
The CMC Community Clinics Special Needs Fund provides funding to deserving patients being treated at CMC Community Clinics who require financial assistance to pay for medically necessary utility bills, transportation, services, supplies, equipment, and special programs.
LifeShare Carolinas Fund