Who We Are

As a local leader in community health advocacy, Bloomington Health Foundation is dedicated to empowering a community that cares.

When we see a health disparity, we take notice. We rally our neighbors in local business, philanthropy, government, and social services to find novel, sustainable solutions. We coordinate our resources and pursue a collaborative approach. We fuel the fight with philanthropic dollars where they count. And we support collaborative community partnerships that make a meaningful impact.

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Our Mission

To empower community partners and others to eliminate adverse health issues, remove access barriers, and improve health outcomes.

Our Vision

To convene community partnerships that work together to improve the health and well-being of all people.

Our Values

We achieve more by working together. We embrace differences with respect. We encourage bold solutions to tough problems. We strive to excel in every aspect of the organization. We encourage and strengthen community partners. We plan and manage resources responsibly. We improve health outcomes by measuring effectiveness. We bridge social gaps using partnerships and resources.

Staff Members

  • Michelle Gilchrist

    President & CEO

    Michelle oversees all strategic, financial, and operational activity including the board of directors and community development, strategy and planning, fund development, organizational management, and program operations.


    Email: mgilchrist@bloomhf.org

    Phone: 812.558.3409

  • Heather Robinson

    Chief Operating Officer

    Heather manages all financial processes including financial statement preparation, coordination of the annual audit, ongoing review of investment performance and overseeing office functions. On sunny days you might find her out walking laps around Bryan Park with her friends.


    Email: hrobinson@bloomhf.org

    Phone: 812.558.2287

Board Members

  • Allen Dunn, MD

    Chair
    Bloomington Anesthesiologists, P.C.

  • Josh James

    Vice-Chair
    Bill C. Brown Associates

  • Doug Mayo

    Treasurer
    Raymond James

  • Erin Martoglio

    Secretary
    Freitag & Martoglio Law

  • Lee Carmichael

    Weddle Bros. Construction

  • Christal Greene, MD

    Bloomington Anesthesiologists

  • Shawna Hayden

    Cook Medical

  • Denise Howard

    Optometric Consultant

  • Debbie Lemon

    IU Board of Trustees Secretary (Retired)

  • Don Lukes

    Indiana University

  • Tashera Perry, MD

    IU Health Bloomington Hospital

  • John West

    F.C. Tucker, Bloomington

  • Susan Wier

    First American Trust

  • Michael Willett

    Indiana University