Women in Philanthropy

Make an Impact with Women in Philanthropy

Women in Philanthropy members help advance the Physician Associate Foundation’s mission and build a healthier future — one PA, one patient, and one community at a time. Membership provides opportunities to:

Connect with like-minded women in healthcare philanthropy
Mentor and inspire others
Support scholarships, professional development, and PAF initiatives

All funds raised through Women in Philanthropy go directly to support PAF’s mission and programs.

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Mission, Vision, and Goals

Mission
The mission of Women in Philanthropy (WIP) is to engage and empower a diverse group of women with opportunities to collaborate and support the PA Foundation.

Vision
The vision of WIP is to develop a culture of dynamic giving by women to advance the work of the PA Foundation.

Goals

Inspire and mentor a community of women to engage locally and globally in philanthropy through the PA Foundation
Recognize and empower PA women making a difference in healthcare and their communities
Support and carry out the mission of the Physician Associate Foundation

Levels of Support

Your support fuels Women in Philanthropy’s work and the mission of the Physician Associate Foundation.

Level	One-time Minimum Gift	Monthly Recurring Gift
Friends	$50
Change-Makers	$250	$21
Champions	$500	$42

Upcoming Events

2026 Virtual Meetings

Dates coming soon!

PA Adventure: Physician Associate Foundation’s Legends of Mardi Gras at Arnaud’s Historic Restaurant

Hosted by PAF’s Women in Philanthropy Committee, PA Moms, and PAs for Women Empowerment

When: May 17, 2026
Where: Arnaud’s New Orleans
What: Hosted by Women in Philanthropy, PA Moms, and PAs for Women Empowerment, this exclusive evening at Arnaud’s celebrates the elegance of old New Orleans with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and private access to the Germaine Cazenave Wells Mardi Gras Museum. Enjoy the vibrant spirit of Carnival in Arnaud’s historic ballroom! All proceeds benefit the Physician Associate Foundation.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

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Women in Philanthropy Supporters*

Champions – $500+ gift

Champions are dedicated members who embody the spirit of Women in Philanthropy. Champions inspire and mentor women to engage in philanthropy, while simultaneously highlighting female PAs making a difference in healthcare and in their communities.

Champions are volunteers who fundraise for, educate about, and raise awareness of the mission and work of the PA Foundation.

Raquelle Akavan

Linda Delaney

Adel Eldakar

Yolonda Freeman-Hildreth

Deborah Gerbert

Bethany Grubb

Melodie Kolmetz

Grace Landel

Cynthia Lord

Jennifer Snyder

Carolyn Telford

Jennifer Zorn

Change-Makers – $250-$499 gift

Change-Makers are dedicated supporters who embody the spirit of Women in Philanthropy. Change-Makers inspire and mentor women to engage in philanthropy, while simultaneously highlighting female PAs making a difference in healthcare and in their communities.

Kristine Healy

Christine Legler

Eva Montes

Julie Theriault

Friends – $50-$249 gift

Friends are dedicated supporters who embody the spirit of Women in Philanthropy. Friends inspire women to engage in philanthropy, while simultaneously highlighting female PAs making a difference in healthcare and in their communities.

Friends are volunteers who fundraise for, educate about, and raise awareness of the mission and work of the PA Foundation.

Jane McDaniel

*Supporters will be updated quarterly. Current listing reflects gifts made from October 1 to December 31, 2025, as well as donors with active recurring gifts.

Women in Philanthropy Scholarship

The Women in Philanthropy Scholarship is awarded to PA students who demonstrate a dedication to promoting women’s and/or children’s health locally and globally. Click here to learn more.

Want to support future PAs? Donate today.

Donate to the WIP Scholarship

Women in Philanthropy Committee Chair

Jennifer A. Snyder, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA
Indianapolis, IN

Contact Us

For more information on Women in Philanthropy, contact PAF.