Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation
Thank you for considering a gift to Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation, the tax-exempt charity providing support for Hackensack University Medical Center. Gifts from individuals, families, grateful patients, businesses, corporations, foundations, or similar sources are gratefully accepted. If you are unsure about where you would like to direct your donation, our foundation team would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. Gifts to the medical center have a direct impact on the patients and families who entrust Hackensack University Medical Center with their care and we are thankful for your consideration of support for this vital community institution.Contact Us
Clare Ward
Interim Vice President, Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation
60 2nd Street, 3rd Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: 201-519-8250
Email: Clare.Ward@hmhn.org
Tax ID Number
Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation Tax ID Number: 22-2339534
John Theurer Cancer Center
Hackensack Meridian John Theurer Cancer Center (JTCC) is Hackensack Meridian Health’s flagship cancer care program. Your support of the John Theurer Cancer Center will benefit our doctors and researchers in treating all forms of major cancer, delivering the best outcomes and doing cutting edge research.
Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital
Hackensack Meridian Children's Health at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital, provides comprehensive medical and surgical pediatric care in more than 30 sub-specialties, all integrated within a state-of-the-art child and family focused facility. Your support can be directed to numerous areas, including child life programs, Autism CAN, Tackle Kids Cancer and more.
Heart and Vascular Hospital
When it comes to caring for the heart, the Heart and Vascular Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center offers world-class care. Philanthropy has, and will always continue to be, central to our mission.
Board of Trustees
Chairperson: Lawrence R. Inserra, Jr.
Vice Chairperson: Samuel S. Raia
Secretary: Carol D. Schaefer
Treasurer: Thomas X. Geisel
CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health: Robert C. Garrett
President and Chief Development Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation: Joyce P. Hendricks
President, Northern Market: Mark D. Sparta, FACHE
President and Chief Hospital Executive, Hackensack University Medical Center: Mark D. Sparta, FACHE
Interim Vice President, Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation: Clare Ward
Trustees
- James P. Andersen
- Behnaz Baker
- Stephen T. Boswell, Ph.D., P.E., SECB
- Nick Cangialosi
- Heather Choi
- G. Thomas Croonquist, Jr.
- William Cunningham
- Ulises Diaz (Immediate Past Chairperson)
- Thomas J. Evans
- Michael Geary
- Gail Gordon, Esq.
- William C. Hanson
- Richard Hubschman, Jr., Esq.
- Dante A. Implicito, M.D.
- Martin W. Kafafian, Esq.
- Sandra Keary
- Sandra Kissler
- Jerrold Langer
- Patricia Low
- Stephen Martinez
- William Martini
- Michael S. McGeary
- Brian J. Mclaughlin
- William E. Mclaughlin
- John C. Meditz
- William J. Murray
- Robert E. O’Hara, III
- Samuel S. Raia
- Julia Recaman
- David T. Robertson, Esq.
- Christopher A. Rotio
- David Sanzari
- Anthony Scardino, Jr.
- Charles V. Schaefer, III
- Elyssa Schecter
- Mark D. Schlesinger, M.D.
- Hans J. Schmidt, M.D.
- Charles H. Shotmeyer
- Rosemarie J. Sorce
- Frank J. Vuono
- Lauren Wright
Auxiliary Partners
The Auxiliary of Hackensack University Medical Center was founded in 1888, one year prior to the medical center’s creation. Fueled by a strong commitment to volunteerism, this group has generated significant contributions to support programs and initiatives throughout its rich history. The auxiliary's impact is visible throughout the campus, having supported virtually every key program and service, including:
- Pediatric Emergency Department at the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital
- John Theurer Cancer Center
- Heart & Vascular Hospital
- Sarkis and Siran Gabrellian Women's and Children's Pavilion
One of the ways in which the auxiliary funds these vital projects is through sales at the gift shops within Hackensack University Medical Center.
The Corner Shop, located in the Banta Lobby, offers a unique shopping experience, providing a wonderful array of personal gifts such as jewelry, handbags, scarves and decorative items for the home. Brighten a patient’s day with stuffed animals, toys, games, balloons, floral arrangements, greeting cards and seasonal decorations. The shop is also a convenient source for newspapers, magazines, books, snacks, candy and toiletries.
The Sandra Kissler Women's Shop, located in the Donna A. Sanzari’s Women’s and Children’s Hospital caters to newborns with gifts to mark the occasion of a new arrival. The shop offers preemie and newborn size clothing for those bundles of joy. Items suitable for parents and young siblings are also available in the shop.
The Dr. Earl and Ingrid Doyne Corner Shop, located in the John Theurer Cancer Center, offers both practical and luxury items for our patients, guests and team members. The tranquil, welcoming environment enables our clientele to take a moment away from the clinical setting to enjoy selecting from a wide range of specialty products and beautiful gifts. Though dedicated to serving the unique needs of our cancer patients in particular, the boutique is well-equipped to serve all of our visitors.
Although its fundraising successes on campus may be its most visible aspect, the auxiliary is also involved in activities in Bergen County communities. The Employee Branch of the auxiliary is made up of team member volunteers who host various fundraisers for the medical center and other community-based philanthropic efforts.
It takes a special person to give their time and energy to help others and to embrace the health care needs of an entire region as their own. We invite you to join the Hackensack University Medical Center Auxiliary family. Dues are $20 annually and provide an opportunity to join like-minded individuals who share a commitment to community service. As an added benefit of their service, many of our volunteers have formed life-long friendships while working to further our mission.
Auxiliary Leadership
President: Joanne Wexler
Executive Vice President: Peggy Liosi
Vice President, Service and Membership, Corresponding Secretary: Annmarie Saccaro
Vice President, Finance and Treasurer: Steve Potasnak
Recording Secretary: Janet Caccamese
