On behalf of all of us at Palm Health Foundation, thank you for your generosity, your faith in our mission, and your belief in a healthier, brighter future for our community.
With gratitude,
Andrea Stephenson-Royster
Trustee, Palm Health Foundation
Together, We Can Lead Change for Better Health
January 3, 2025
Dear Change Leader,
It has been an honor and a privilege to serve on the board of Palm Health Foundation since 2011. Year after year, meeting after meeting, and through my prayers for strength and resolve each day, I renew that commitment because it is a huge part of my “why.”
Mark Twain wrote, “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” I realized many years ago that the lessons I learn may be for me alone in the moment, but they are not mine to hoard—they are to be shared with others.
My “why” is to serve others: helping people learn and grow, supporting them as they reach for heights they might not otherwise achieve, and defying the odds life has stacked against them.
This sense of purpose drives my work with Palm Health Foundation. Our tagline, “Leading Change for Better Health,” captures the essence of what we do. It mirrors my personal mission to help others tap into their resilience, find strength, and discover that, together, we can and do accomplish hard things.
Sometimes, people just need a little help—a hand to pull them up when they cannot pull themselves up alone. That’s where we come in.
This year, thanks to your generosity, we have:
- Provided community organizations with grants to expand access to health resources.
- Invested in innovative programs that address mental health, chronic disease prevention, and equitable access to care.
- Listened to and learned from residents to ensure our work reflects their needs and aspirations.
But the work is not done.
There are countless opportunities for us to do better and do more.
Your support is what allows us to continue leading change.
Together, we strengthen our communities and build a healthier future.
As we approach the end of the year, I invite you to join me in renewing your commitment to better health for all.
Together, we can lead change.
Make your year-end gift today and help us continue our health advancement work.
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