Cancer Wise: Know Your Risk

St. Charles Cancer Center’s new program “Cancer Wise: Know Your Risk” is a leading-edge approach to care, designed to identify people at increased risk for cancer through personalized assessment, genetic testing and education. With the support of the community, St. Charles Foundation’s annual Saints Gala raised more than $220,000 earlier this year. The Foundation’s goal is to raise an additional $40,000 this summer to ensure this program is available to everyone in Central Oregon regardless of where they live or their ability to pay.

Helping our community become more “Cancer Wise” includes:

• Expanded genetic testing, helping identify people with a greater risk for cancer and designing a personalized plan for medical management.
• Expanded community outreach so that everyone has equal access to testing and follow-up services. Where someone lives or what kind of insurance they have should not be a barrier to receiving the best cancer care possible.
• Promotion of lifestyle modification strategies for cancer prevention and risk reduction, with focus on healthy habits of nutrition, exercise and smoking cessation.

You can help support the St. Charles Cancer Center program for cancer prevention and early detection by making a monetary donation. Simply click the Donate button below and select the "Cancer Wise" designation in the drop-down menu. If you've prefer, you can mail a check to St. Charles Foundation, 2500 NE Neff Rd., Bend, OR 97701.

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Values-based estate planning is a personalized process to develop an estate plan that highlights your values, captures your priorities, outlines your intentions and protects your assets.

As a service to our friends and donors, St. Charles Foundation offers confidential and comprehensive estate planning services at no charge and with no obligation. Utilizing the planning resources available through one of the nation’s leaders in charitable estate planning, Thompson & Associates, our advisor Darren Penny will personally guide you through a thorough and thoughtful process to help structure your estate plans according to your wishes.

If you already have an estate plan, Darren can provide an unbiased second opinion about your options. An estate plan is never “final” until its creator can no longer change it; changes in assets, interests, family situations and tax laws necessitate regular review and update to assure that your plan addresses your priorities.

"Barb and I truly enjoyed completing the values-based estate planning provided through the St. Charles Foundation. We feel more confident in our personal estate plan than we ever have and benefited greatly from Darren Penny’s experience and expertise.”
 

~Dr. Norwyn Newby 
Retired neurosurgeon and St. Charles Foundation Board Member

How it works

Introductory Meeting – An initial private meeting with you and Darren is arranged at a location that is most convenient for you.

If you choose to continue the planning process following your initial meeting, Darren will meet with you approximately three to six times in total to complete the process.

Your Estate Planning Goals and Objectives – After completing a simple questionnaire, Darren will work with you to help clarify your estate planning goals. Goals may include financial needs for you, your spouse/partner and heirs, including special needs situations. Planning also addresses making tax-wise decisions in achieving your personal legacy and charitable goals.

Personal Philosophy Statement – From the information gathered, a Personal Financial Philosophy statement will be provided which confirms and restates your values and objectives.

Estate Asset Review – A Net Worth Statement will be created to aid in the development of a comprehensive estate plan.

Plan Development and Review – Using the Personal Financial Philosophy statement, you will be presented with estate planning options that meet your personal objectives.

If you desire, Darren will meet with your professional advisor(s) to discuss the recommendations. You are welcome to invite your advisor(s) to attend your meetings with Darren.

Plan Implementation – You are free to work with your personal advisor(s) to implement your personalized values-based estate plan.

Financial Advisor

Darren Penny is a senior vice president with Thompson & Associates and an advisor to St. Charles Foundation. He is devoted to helping individuals plan their retirement estate to meet their personal objectives. In addition to a doctorate and a master’s degree, Darren has achieved the distinction of fellow with the Estate Planning Institute, a professional certification entrusted to fewer than 100 professionals. 

For questions or to schedule an appointment, please contact the St. Charles Foundation office at 541-706-6996.

Thompson & Associates does not draft legal documents, manage money, sell any products or ask you to make a gift.

The impact of your generous gifts on our community is immeasurable. Read stories about how St. Charles Foundation initiatives and events are making a difference in ways both big and small — from funding major hospital renovations to providing alternative therapies for cancer patients.

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Questions about Saints Gala

More information will be posted when we closer to the 2024 event scheduled for Feb. 3.

Q: What is the Saints Gala? 
A: This celebration is the signature fundraising event for community members who wish to invest in quality health care for Central Oregonians.

Q: Who can I contact for more information?
A: Contact Tami Young, St. Charles Foundation Coordinator, at 541-706-6996 or tjyoung@stcharleshealthcare.org.

Please contact us for information on how to donate to the St. Charles Foundation. Our staff will provide you with information on how best to meet your philanthropic and financial objectives.

St. Charles Foundation offices are located at 2000 NE Neff Road on the northeast corner of Neff and Purcell.

To contact us:

Mail:
St. Charles Foundation
2500 NE Neff Road
Bend, OR 97701

Phone: 541-706-6996

Fax: 541-706-6345

Prineville's Hospice Auction

Our annual Prineville Hospice Auction on Dec. 2 was a tremendous success, with more than 550 in attendance and more than $180,000 raised to support hospice programs! Thank you to all who were able to attend. Please check back for more information about next year's event.

Contact Information

Marcus Thompson | 541-460-4112 or mlthompson@stcharleshealthcare.org

Anna Contreras | 541-788-2940 or afcontreras@stcharleshealthcare.org

Michelle Solley | 541-508-8785 or mdsolley@stcharleshealthcare.org

About the Hospice Auction

Presented by St. Charles Foundation, the annual Hospice Auction in Prineville has a 30-year tradition of raising funds for crucial support services for Hospice patients and their families.

To learn more or for any questions, contact Anna Contreras at 541-788-2940 afcontreras@stcharleshealthcare.org

View the photo album here

2024 Saints Gala

Puttin' on the Ritz

Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024
Riverhouse Convention Center in Bend

Presented by St. Charles Foundation, the annual Saints Gala has a 25-year tradition of raising funds for crucial support services for St. Charles Health System patients and their families.

THANK YOU!

Thank you to the nearly 500 attendees who helped raise more than $478,000 at this year's Saints Gala! Funds raised will benefit the Three Sisters Rural Track Program, the first graduate medical education program and rural track program in Central Oregon.

See photos from this year's event

Sponsorships

Michelle Solley | 541-508-8785 or mdsolley@stcharleshealthcare.org

Marcus Thompson | 541-460-4112 or mlthompson@stcharleshealthcare.org

Auction donation items or for more event details:

Anna Contreras | 541-788-2940 or afcontreras@stcharleshealthcare.org