Silver Cross Foundation Awards $115,000 in Scholarships to Hospital Employees, Children

The Silver Cross Foundation, the fundraising arm of Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, recently awarded over $115,000 in scholarships to 81 hospital employees, their children, and volunteers to help further their education and training in this ever-changing world of healthcare.

“This is the second year in a row we hosted our annual Scholarship luncheon during National Hospital Week. And I can’t think of a better time to do so,” said President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Mutterer. “Hospital Week showcases all the amazing people who have chosen Silver Cross for their careers – both clinical and non-clinical. It truly takes a village to deliver our Silver Cross Experience, and we absolutely couldn’t do what we do without every single one of them!”

“We are extremely grateful to our generous benefactors who strongly believe in Silver Cross Hospital’s mission and vision,” said Craig Lyons, Chair of the Silver Cross Foundation Board of Directors. “Without their generous support year after year, Silver Cross would not be the nationally recognized healthcare provided that is it today. Their financial commitment helps our employees to follow their dreams while affording them the opportunity to learn new skills, advance in their careers, and ultimately provide our patients and community with an unrivaled healthcare experience.”

The Janet Fagan Nursing Scholarship was one of 25 different scholarships awarded this year. The scholarship is funded by Frank Fagan and named after his late wife, Janet, who was a nurse at Silver Cross Hospital for 37 years. It is awarded annually to a Silver Cross employee who is pursuing a nursing degree or continuing their nursing education.

Recipients included: Taryn Carter, a certified nursing assistant in the 4-1 Patient Care Unit, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Chamberlain University; Danielle Kendall, a registered nurse in Clinical Documentation Improvement, pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Chamberlain University; Angela Kioussis, a certified nursing assistant in the 4-3 Patient Care Unit, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Rasmussen University; and Amanda Mitchell, a registered nurse in the Interventional Radiology Department, pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing Education degree from Chamberlain University.

For a complete list of the 2025 Silver Cross Foundation Scholarship Award winners, visit silvercross.org/about/news. To donate to or establish a new scholarship at Silver Cross Hospital, call the Silver Cross Foundation at (815) 300-7105 or visit silvercross.org/giving.