About the Foundation

The OSF Saint James Foundation was established in 1989 to develop philanthropic resources that support OSF Saint James' mission of serving all persons with the greatest care and love in a community that celebrates the Gift of Life. It is responsible for cultivating charitable support and ensuring that the wishes of our donors are honored.

Foundation Council Members

The OSF Saint James Foundation Council consists of community leaders and serves to advise and assist efforts to raise funds and oversee donations from individuals, corporations and foundations. Council members include:

  • Phil Hermes, President
  • Scott A. Bauknecht, Vice President
  • Taylor Johnson, Secretary/Treasurer
  • Ronald L. Minnaert
  • William (Bill) H. Bertram
  • Clint Conway
  • David A. Janssen
  • Lisa A. Kelley
  • Doug McCoy
  • Denise Pettit
  • Tom Kahle
  • Robby Rich
  • Steve Walters
  • Paula Corrigan
  • David T. Ochs
  • Kenneth P. Beutke
  • Susan E. Karls

Contact Information

General Contact
Susan E. Karls
OSF Saint James Foundation
Director of Development
OSF Saint James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center
2500 W. Reynolds Street
Pontiac, IL 61764-9774
(815) 842-6827

Foundation Mailing Address
OSF Saint James Foundation
2500 W. Reynolds Street
Pontiac, IL 61764-9774

Foundation Office Location
Administrative Suite, 2nd Floor
OSF Saint James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center
2500 W. Reynolds Street
Pontiac, IL 61764-9774

Foundation Telephone Numbers
Local: (815) 842-6827 or (815) 842-6808
Fax: (815) 842-4912

Information to Make a Gift by Mail or Fax

OSF Saint James Foundation
2500 W. Reynolds Street
Pontiac, IL 61764-9774
Fax: (815) 842-4912
Phone: (815) 842-6808

Please use this gift form to make a gift by mail or by fax.
Click here to download a Gift Form.

OSF Saint James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center Staff

  • David T. Ochs, President and CEO
  • Kenneth P. Beutke, Vice President
  • Susan E. Karls, Director of Development
  • Carrie Matlack, Foundation Associate