Foundation staff

Greg Lehr, Ed.D.
Chief Philanthropy Officer
Greg leads the Foundation at this time of exponential growth for Emanate Health. He is instrumental in strategic efforts to elevate new fundraising levels, create community partnerships, and enhance the patient experience through philanthropic endeavors. Greg has been with Emanate Health Foundation since July of 2019, previously serving as Director of Major and Corporate Giving.

Laura Gallardo, CFRE
Director of Annual Giving and Philanthropy Communications

Laura directs all annual giving and communications activities of Emanate Health Foundation, helping to ensure a donor-centric and engaging experience for its generous supporters. She has nearly two decades of experience in nonprofit fundraising and communications. Laura joined Emanate Health Foundation in October of 2022.

Sylvia Garcia
Executive Assistant
Sylvia brings over 15 years of executive support experience and has worked in multiple industries such as engineering, retail, real estate and local utilities. She brings a wealth of knowledge and is proud to make a positive impact on the community she calls home. Sylvia returns to Emanate Health having previously worked at hospice early in her career and is very happy to be back with the enterprise.

Amanda Holthe
Database Administrator
Amanda is responsible for verifying, maintaining and reporting on constituent data. Her focus is to develop intuitive dashboards and working lists that provide users with an easy to use common interface. Those efforts measure current activity and assist in goal setting. Amanda has over 11 years experience maintaining databases and has been with Emanate Health Foundation since November of 2019.

Chuck Sifuentes
Grants Acquisition and Campaign Communications Manager
As the grant writer for the Foundation, Chuck is responsible for generating high-quality, competitive funding proposals and reports for corporate, foundation, and government agencies that support Emanate Health’s mission. He also manages campaign communications to create awareness of fundraising efforts and promote donor stories. Chuck has been with Emanate Health Foundation since June of 2022 after serving for three years in the company’s Marketing & Communications Department.

JoAnne Wilson
Senior Special Events Officer
JoAnne is responsible for the planning, organizing and budgeting Foundation’s fundraising events; specifically the Annual Capitano Golf Classic, Light Up a Life for Hospice and the Annual Autumn Nocturne. JoAnne has 24 years of experience in special event fundraising. JoAnne has been with Emanate Health Foundation since February of 2000.