Ascension Wisconsin Foundation

08/31/2026

The power of providing comfort, especially in an emergency, cannot be overstated. 💙✨Today, we’re proud to recognize Emergency Department medical assistant Tommy Schmude of Ascension NE Wisconsin - Mercy Campus as a Guardian Angel for the compassionate care and comfort he provides to patients.💙✨

In recognition of Tommy, a grateful patient shared:

“Tommy was so caring and so understanding. He made me feel like everything was ok and that I was safe. It didn't hurt when he had to put the IV in. He is a wonderful man with a heart of gold.”

💙✨Please join us in celebrating Tommy!💙✨

08/29/2026

A new school year is almost here, and a healthy smile can help kids take on the year with confidence. 🦷📚

Every child deserves access to the dental care they need to stay healthy, pain-free and ready to learn. That's why programs like Smart Smiles matter. In fact in 2026, Smart Smiles served over 100 schools and 20,000 students in the Milwaukee and Racine area.

Learn more about how the program is helping kids get the care they need, right when they need it.

08/25/2026

Amy Duchac spent more than 20 years supporting the Reiman Cancer Center, raising more than $70,000 through her annual ladies-only golf outing in honor of loved ones impacted by cancer.

After spending two decades giving back in support of those facing the disease, Amy found herself on the other side of the fight — as a stage four Mullerian cancer patient in the place she had spent years supporting.

Amy fought as hard as she could, for as long as she could, with a heart full of faith and optimism. After three years of battling, she was called home to heaven and earned her angel wings on September 9, 2025.

Her legacy lives on through her friends and family — Amy's Army. Recently, Amy's niece and her two sons organized a lemonade stand in her memory. Hosted on July 26, Amy's Birthday, more than $1,100 was raised for the Reiman Cancer Center in her memory.🍋❤

Click the link below to learn more about this sweet, meaningful tribute:

Amy Duchac spent more than 20 years raising funds for the Reiman Cancer Center in honor of her friends and loved ones battling the disease. In that time, she raised and donated over $70,000 to Reiman through her annual ladies only golf outing. In 2022, Amy received the words that no one ever wants t...

08/25/2026

Compassionate care stays with patients long after they leave the hospital.

💙✨Today, we're proud to recognize Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - St. Joseph Campus ICU Registered Nurse Alexandra Moltzan as a Guardian Angel for the kindness and compassion shown to patients in her care.💙✨

In recognition of Alex, a grateful patient shared:

"In May 2025, I was a patient at St. Joseph Hospital for a broken hip and for an acute pulmonary embolism. Alex's loving care made a tremendous impact on my healing. I have not forgotten her today. Thank you, Alex."

💙✨ Please join us in celebrating Alex and the lasting difference she makes in the lives of her patients. 💙✨

08/22/2026

Spierings Cancer Foundation - Rock Cancer held their annual event at Doyle Park in Little Chute last weekend. The event raised $377,084 to help local families facing cancer.

The music kept us rockin', the Ascension Wisconsin and Green Bay Oncology Docs got dunked and so much more! We're so grateful for Spierings Cancer Foundation's support and continued partnership.

08/21/2026

It's National Wellness Month, but we wanted to remind you wellness matters every month and the work to improve the health of our community doesn't confine itself to a timeframe on the calendar.

Across Wisconsin, donor support helps make wellness possible every day through expanded access to care, rehabilitation services, mental health programs, community outreach and so much more.

Read how donor generosity is helping people live healthier lives and strengthening the communities we serve: https://www.giveawf.org/blog.

08/19/2026

✨The 2026 Annual Report has arrived!✨ In FY26, donor generosity made it possible for Ascension Wisconsin Foundation to invest more than $16.8 million into personalized, compassionate care.

Every number in our 2026 Annual Report represents a difference made in our community and an impact on someone's health.

In 2026:
🧠15,335 patients received compassionate behavioral health services
🩺16,797 patients received transformative cancer care
🫶35,000+ people benefited from Ascension Wisconsin community clinics and programs

Thanks to the generosity of our donors and supporters, we're expanding access to care, investing in new programs and helping meet the needs of patients across Wisconsin who need it most.

Take a look at the impact we made together in FY26: https://www.giveawf.org/our-impact.

Thank you for being a part of it!

08/15/2026

Compassionate care means taking the time to listen, answer questions and help patients feel supported every step of the way.

💙✨Today, we're proud to recognize Kelly Schill, a nurse practitioner for Ascension Medical Group in Milwaukee, as a Guardian Angel for the exceptional care she brings to every patient. 💙✨

In recognition of Kelly, a grateful patient shared:

"Kelly Schill takes the time to answer all my questions. She explains things so well. I also lost 75 pounds under her care while taking Ozempic, my diabetes is doing well and my anxiety is under control. She is the best and kind! Thank you, Kelly."

💙✨ Please join us in celebrating Kelly and the difference she makes in the lives of her patients. 💙✨

08/14/2026

✨August is National Make-A-Will Month✨ a timely reminder that creating a will is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give your loved ones. It's also an opportunity to leave a lasting impact on causes that shape lives and help your virtues live on. A planned gift to Ascension Wisconsin Foundation helps ensure compassionate care continues for future generations, while reflecting the values that matter most to you.

No matter where you are in your estate planning journey, it's never too early to start the conversation.

🔎Learn more about leaving a legacy: https://www.giveawflegacy.org/

08/12/2026

Have you been practicing your aim? ⚾ These Ascension Wisconsin and Green Bay Oncology Docs are gearing up to get dunked at the Dunk the Doctors tank this weekend for Spierings Cancer Foundation - Rock Cancer ! The incredible event brings together community, rockin' music, food, fun and more!

Why Rock Cancer and as many dunks💦 in the tank as the community can manage? Listen to the Docs spill their why and mark your calendar for the event on August 15th!