Pella Regional Health Center and Knoxville Hospital & Clinics Recognize Pella Corporation for its Contribution of $500,000 to the Bridging the Gap Campaign
Pella Regional Health Center (PRHC) and Knoxville Hospital & Clinics (KHC) proudly recognize and extend the deepest gratitude to the Pella Corporation for their generous contribution of $500,000 to the Bridging the Gap Campaign.
Gifts to the Bridging the Gap Campaign will help fund the South Central Iowa Radiation Center and support the partnership between PRHC and KHC to bring radiation therapy closer to home for patients across the region. This gift represents more than financial support – it reflects belief in our mission, confidence in our collaboration, and compassion for the patients and families we serve.
“At Pella, we believe caring for our community means showing up when it matters most. Supporting this new cancer treatment center will touch the lives of our families, friends, coworkers, and neighbors, and we’re honored to help bring expanded care and healing closer to home.” — Karmen Gardner, Executive Director, Pella Rolscreen Foundation.
“We are deeply grateful to Pella Corporation for its generous support of our Radiation Center Capital Campaign,” said Bob Kroese, CEO of Pella Regional Health Center. “Their dedication to our community is reflected in their craftsmanship and care for area residents. This support ensures that patients and their families have access to advanced care close to home, enhancing community well-being and bringing hope to those in need.”
“I am very thankful for the generosity and partnership of Pella Corporation in supporting our radiation center campaign. Their investment reflects a meaningful commitment to the health and well-being of our community, helping ensure access to high-quality, compassionate cancer care for patients and their families across the region. Together, we are building something that will make a lasting difference for generations to come,” said Kevin Kincaid, CEO of Knoxville Hospital & Clinics.
The South Central Iowa Radiation Center is projected to cost $14.3 million, with the majority of funding to be raised through the Bridging the Gap Campaign, led by the hospital foundations of PRHC and KHC.
Knoxville Hospital & Clinics is a non-profit community hospital serving Marion County and the surrounding area. Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital, KHC’s highly skilled medical staff and specialists provide personal, compassionate, and innovative quality health care to patients. For more information regarding this release and other happenings at Knoxville Hospital & Clinics, call the Public Relations Department at (641) 842-1418.
Pella Regional Health Center is a not-for-profit provider of healthcare that is accredited by The Joint Commission. It is recognized by Wellmark Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® as a Blue Distinction® Center+ for Maternity Care designation, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program, it is also recognized by Wellmark Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® for Knee and Hip designations. The health center was also awarded the Clean Facility Certificate from the Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE) for its commitment to infection prevention strategies and preparedness for biological events. Pella Regional Health Center’s mission is to provide healthcare and healing services with Christian compassion. Information on Pella Regional Health Center and its clinics is available by calling Public Relations at 641-621-2362 or visiting the website, PellaHealth.org.
Pictured: Karmen Gardner, Executive Director, Pella Rolscreen Foundation and Jessica Klyn de Novelo, Community Relations and Foundation Manager are pictured alongside representatives from Pella Regional Health Center and Knoxville Hospital & Clinics: Kevin Kincaid, KHC Chief Executive Officer, Jan Meyer, KHC Chief Nursing Officer, Katrina Nelson, KHC Foundation Director, Bob Kroese, PRHC Chief Executive Officer, Jody Van Veen, PRHC Chief Nursing Officer, Lezlie Morris, PRHC Chief Operating Officer, Jenny Hesseltine, PRHC Foundation Coordinator.