Physicians Reach $1 Million Milestone
- Ascension Illinois Foundation
- Nov 15, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
During the annual meeting in October, the Physicians Council celebrated a significant milestone — awarding more than $1 million — $1,006,158 to date — in total grants to Ascension Illinois programs since the partnership was founded.
In 2013, 10 physicians established the Council to help address the unmet healthcare needs of patients and community members through their own personal contributions. Today, the group of physicians has grown to more than 120 lifetime members and granted more than 70 projects. This milestone stands as a testament to the generosity, vision and leadership of the physician members.
“Every physician and every grant awarded helped make this remarkable achievement possible.” — Raj Wadyal, MD, Physicians Council Co-Chair
Since awarding its first grants in fiscal year 2015 — supporting the Ascension Alexian Brothers Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center, the Ascension Illinois Center for Mental Health, and the Ascension Illinois Housing and Health Alliance — the Council has championed countless initiatives across Ascension Illinois, from nutrition and wellness programs to hospice therapies and even a hospital facility dog. The Council's impact continues to touch lives and strengthen care across the system.
“Over the years, we have been able to make a meaningful difference in our community and remain deeply engaged in directing resources toward the needs our medical expertise identifies within our own communities.” — Rema Johnson, DO, Former Physicians Council Co-Chair
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