Celebrating Our Incredible Donors at La Gratitude 2026!

At CentraCare Foundation, we believe generosity has the power to transform health care. On May 14 in Spicer and May 21 in St. Cloud, we hosted our annual La Gratitude celebrations — special evenings dedicated to recognizing the donors who help make our mission possible.

These events celebrated the individuals, families and organizations whose generosity creates a lasting impact on patient care and the communities we serve. Through meaningful stories and heartfelt moments, La Gratitude highlighted the many ways philanthropy helps advance compassionate care, innovation and healthier communities across Minnesota.

Holly Gulden, Vice President of CentraCare Foundation, shared the importance of those being honored during the evenings: “The generosity of our donors helps power CentraCare’s mission and strengthen the communities we serve. Their passion, advocacy and commitment inspire others and make an extraordinary impact across our health system. We are deeply grateful for their partnership and unwavering support.”

We extend our sincere gratitude to all of our donors and supporters. Because of your commitment and compassion, CentraCare continues to provide life-changing care close to home.

May 14 in Spicer

2026 Shining Star Award: Jim & Vicky Torborg

Jim & Vicky Torborg

This award recognizes benefactors for their emerging leadership in giving and outstanding commitment to CentraCare’s vision for a healthier community.

2026 Service to the Foundation Award: Kelly O’Farrell

Kelly O’Farrell

This award recognizes benefactors for their unwavering commitment and generous contributions, as well as their exceptional service in advancing CentraCare’s mission.

2026 Philanthropist of the Year Award: Pierce Family Foundation

Pierce Family Foundation

This award honors benefactors who have made a transformational gift — creating lasting improvements in health care and community well-being.

From left: Ken Holmen, MD; Julie Pierce; Delores and Harvey Pierce; Jeff Pierce; Vicky and Jim Torborg; Kelly O’Farrell and Holly Gulden

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May 21 in St. Cloud

2026 Caduceus Award: Phil Boyle, MD

Phil Boyle, MD

This award honors a physician whose exceptional leadership and humanitarian contributions have advanced health care and strengthened the communities they serve.

2026 Corporate Partner of the Year Award: BCI Construction, Inc.

BCI Construction, Inc.

This award honors a corporate partner whose philanthropic contributions, event sponsorships, marketing initiatives, and in-kind donations have significantly advanced CentraCare’s mission. It also recognizes efforts to inspire employee engagement through volunteer opportunities across our organization.

2026 Service to the Foundation Award: Chip Martin-Chaffee, MD

Chip Martin-Chaffee, MD

This award recognizes benefactors for their unwavering commitment and generous contributions, as well as their exceptional service in advancing CentraCare’s mission.

2026 Lifetime Achievement Award: Gary & Jane Marsden

Gary & Jane Marsden

This award celebrates benefactors whose longstanding generosity, dedicated service, and deep involvement in the community have made a lasting impact on CentraCare.

From left: Ken Holmen, MD; Brian Bankers, Renee Johnson, Jon Olson, Ryan Cross, and Joshua Sperling, BCI Construction, Inc.; Phil Boyle, MD; Chip Martin-Chaffee, MD; Gary and Jane Marsden; and Holly Gulden

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