About the Foundation

Brookings Health System Foundation, created on December 30, 2009, was formed to help build and support Brookings Health System. It is a 501(c)(3) organization, legally separate from the health system, and is governed by its own board of trustees.

Our Mission

Inspiring people to support Brookings Health System through philanthropy, recognizing the vital role of healthcare in sustaining quality of life in our community.

Foundation Board of Trustees & Leadership

Tara Mills, Chairperson

Tara Mills

Chairperson

Karin Emery, Vice Chairperson

Karin Emery

Vice Chairperson

Amber Hemmestad, Secretary/Treasurer

Amber Hemmestad

Secretary/Treasurer

Joshua Warne

Joshua Warne

Rod King

Rod King

Scott Krantz

Scott Krantz

Jason Merkley, Brookings Health System CEO

Jason Merkley

Brookings Health System CEO

Brittany Venekamp, Foundation Director

Brittany Venekamp

Foundation Director


Foundation News

Warne Joins Brookings Health System Foundation Board

Joshua Warne was elected to the Brookings Health System Foundation board of trustees at the December 2024 board meeting. He will serve a two-year term through December 2026.

Aiming to Inspire Health Raises Nearly $31,000 for New Ambulance

Nearly $31,000 was raised at Brookings Health System Foundation‘s fifteenth annual Aiming to Inspire Health fundraiser.

Brookings Health Adds eNICU Plus New OB Equipment

Brookings Health System recently added eNICU services and new obstetrical equipment to enhance delivery and nursery care at New Beginnings Birth Center.