The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of three new board members to its board of directors: Tami Afdahl, Chance Harris and Dr. Fred Lounsbury.
Each brings a unique blend of professional expertise, leadership and commitment to strengthening the Sheridan community. Their appointments further the Foundation’s mission of supporting Sheridan Memorial Hospital through philanthropy, community partnerships and investment in exceptional patient care.
“The Foundation board is thrilled to welcome Tami, Chance and Dr. Lounsbury to our team,” said Cody Sinclair, Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Chief Development Officer and Executive Director of the Foundation. “Our board is intentionally composed of community leaders with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Each of these individuals brings valuable experience, thoughtful leadership and a genuine passion for serving others. We are excited for the impact they will have as we continue advancing health care in our community.”
Tami Afdahl
Afdahl serves as the director of people at Kennon Products, Inc., where she focuses on organizational culture, employee development and leadership growth.
“I am honored to join the Foundation board and support the important work being done for our hospital and community,” said Afdahl. “Sheridan Memorial Hospital touches so many lives, and I look forward to helping strengthen the Foundation’s efforts to ensure health care resources remain available and accessible for future generations.”
Chance Harris
Harris is a certified public accountant and owner/partner at Harker Mellinger, LLC. His financial expertise and commitment to community engagement will provide valuable insight as the Foundation continues to expand its impact.
“Health care is essential to the well-being and vitality of any community,” said Harris. “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside a dedicated group of board members and support the Foundation’s mission. Sheridan is a remarkable place to live and work, and I look forward to helping advance initiatives that benefit patients, families and caregivers.”
Dr. Fred Lounsbury
Dr. Lounsbury is a retired internal medicine physician who recently relocated to Sheridan from Boise, Idaho. His decades of health care experience offer an important clinical perspective to the Foundation board.
“Throughout my career, I witnessed firsthand the difference community support can make in the lives of patients and health care professionals,” said Dr. Lounsbury. “I am excited to contribute to the Foundation’s efforts and help ensure Sheridan Memorial Hospital continues providing outstanding care for our community.”
Looking ahead
The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation is inspired by the leadership, passion and community spirit demonstrated by its board of directors. The Foundation warmly welcomes Afdahl, Harris and Dr. Lounsbury and looks forward to their contributions in the years ahead.
The Foundation also extends its gratitude to its current board members, including Yvonne Gatley, Sue Belish, Richard Garber, Mikole Bede Soto, Denise Ebzery, Ryan Franklin, Rosemary Rieder and Dr. Joshua Scott, whose continued dedication and service help advance the Foundation’s mission.
Together, the board members’ diverse backgrounds, expertise and commitment to service help strengthen the foundation’s efforts to support Sheridan Memorial Hospital and the communities it serves.
About the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation
The Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation exists to inspire philanthropy and steward charitable gifts that advance healthcare in Sheridan County. Through the generosity of donors and community partners, the Foundation supports programs, equipment, patient care initiatives, staff development and capital projects that enhance healthcare services throughout the region.
To learn more about the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation and its board of directors, visit sheridanhospital.org/foundation or contact the Foundation office at 307.673.2418.