Ali Farmer Named Director of the HSHS St. John’s Foundation
November 18, 2025
Ali Farmer was recently named Director of the HSHS St. John’s Foundation, where she can devote her passion for the benefits of philanthropy to St. John’s Hospital, St. John’s Children’s Hospital and St. John’s College of Nursing.
“It’s an incredible honor to join HSHS St. John’s Foundation at such a transformative time in our history,” Ali said. “The spirit of generosity that built this hospital 150 years ago is still alive today, and I’m thrilled to help lead the next chapter of partnership and impact for our community.”
Ali’s Top Ten on Philanthropy
We’re the Behind-the-Scenes Heart of the Hospital. St. John’s Foundation exists to advance the mission of HSHS St. John’s Hospital by connecting generous donors with meaningful ways to make a difference in patient care.
Philanthropy Helps Make Healing Possible. Donations help fund leading-edge technology, facility improvements and life-changing programs like Mission RX, which pays for prescriptions for our patients who cannot afford them.
Every Gift Has Impact. From $25 to $1 million, every contribution strengthens care, whether it provides comfort to a child in the hospital or funds lifesaving equipment in our neonatal intensive care unit.
We Honor 150 Years of Caring. St. John’s has been part of the fabric of our community since 1875. The Foundation ensures that legacy continues for generations to come.
Donors Support Programs that Touch Every Life. Foundation funds enhance areas like St. John’s Children’s Hospital, nursing education, pediatric rehabilitation, cardiovascular services and community outreach. The Foundation recently funded the new pediatric day hospital, where children receive chemotherapy. This new area allows all children to have private rooms and a playroom to play in between treatments.
Your Gifts Stay Local. Every dollar donated to the St. John’s Foundation stays right here in Springfield, directly benefiting patients and families in our community.
We Build Partnerships, Not Just Projects. Philanthropy at St. John’s is about relationships, connecting people who care deeply about causes that matter most to them.
Transparency and Stewardship Are Our Promise. The Foundation is committed to ensuring that every gift is used wisely, responsibly and in alignment with donor intent.
You Can Leave a Legacy. Planned giving and endowment opportunities allow donors to create lasting impact and ensure quality care for future generations.
Together, We’re Building the Future of Care. Through community generosity, the Foundation is helping reimagine and renew St. John’s, ensuring world-class care like the hyperbaric chamber in our wound center, which provides specialized treatment for chronic and nonhealing wounds.
“It’s an incredible honor to join HSHS St. John’s Foundation at such a transformative time in our history,” Ali said. “The spirit of generosity that built this hospital 150 years ago is still alive today, and I’m thrilled to help lead the next chapter of partnership and impact for our community.”
Ali’s Top Ten on Philanthropy
We’re the Behind-the-Scenes Heart of the Hospital. St. John’s Foundation exists to advance the mission of HSHS St. John’s Hospital by connecting generous donors with meaningful ways to make a difference in patient care.
Philanthropy Helps Make Healing Possible. Donations help fund leading-edge technology, facility improvements and life-changing programs like Mission RX, which pays for prescriptions for our patients who cannot afford them.
Every Gift Has Impact. From $25 to $1 million, every contribution strengthens care, whether it provides comfort to a child in the hospital or funds lifesaving equipment in our neonatal intensive care unit.
We Honor 150 Years of Caring. St. John’s has been part of the fabric of our community since 1875. The Foundation ensures that legacy continues for generations to come.
Donors Support Programs that Touch Every Life. Foundation funds enhance areas like St. John’s Children’s Hospital, nursing education, pediatric rehabilitation, cardiovascular services and community outreach. The Foundation recently funded the new pediatric day hospital, where children receive chemotherapy. This new area allows all children to have private rooms and a playroom to play in between treatments.
Your Gifts Stay Local. Every dollar donated to the St. John’s Foundation stays right here in Springfield, directly benefiting patients and families in our community.
We Build Partnerships, Not Just Projects. Philanthropy at St. John’s is about relationships, connecting people who care deeply about causes that matter most to them.
Transparency and Stewardship Are Our Promise. The Foundation is committed to ensuring that every gift is used wisely, responsibly and in alignment with donor intent.
You Can Leave a Legacy. Planned giving and endowment opportunities allow donors to create lasting impact and ensure quality care for future generations.
Together, We’re Building the Future of Care. Through community generosity, the Foundation is helping reimagine and renew St. John’s, ensuring world-class care like the hyperbaric chamber in our wound center, which provides specialized treatment for chronic and nonhealing wounds.
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