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A 501(c)(3) nonprofit stewarding health care in Wood County since 1989. Today, leading the work to build the Memory Health Life Center in Quitman, Texas.
Charter
Drawn verbatim from the Foundation's Restated Certificate of Formation, approved by the Texas Secretary of State on September 2, 2022.
"The Foundation is and shall be operated exclusively for charitable, scientific, religious, and educational purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code or corresponding section of any future federal tax code."
Today, the Foundation is working on plans and designs to construct the Memory Health Life Center: a regional resource open to all educational levels including national research, focused on the development of brain health care, education, diagnostics, treatment, and quality of life, not only for the center's residents but for all those that these services will touch.
History
Four moments in the Foundation's story so far.
1989
The Wood County Health Care Foundation, Inc. is formed as a 501(c)(3) by the Wood County Central Hospital District.
2013
A $250,000 donation supports the construction of the Quitman hospital, leased to East Texas Medical Center, today UT Health Quitman.
2022
After a period of inactivity, the Foundation files a Restated Certificate of Formation, approved by the Texas Secretary of State on September 2.
Today
The Foundation is stewarding plans, design, partnerships, and capital for the Memory Health Life Center in Quitman.
"The complex will be a regional resource open to all educational levels including national research and for the development of brain health care, by focusing on education, diagnostics, treatment, and quality of life, not only for the center's residents but all those that these services will touch."
Officers
The Foundation's three officers lead governance, fundraising, and the day-to-day work with partners across East Texas.
President
Texas A&M BBA in Accounting. Certified Public Accountant. General Manager (retired), Wood County Electric Cooperative. Debbie and her husband Troy attend St Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Mineola. She is a member of the Pilot Club of Quitman and enjoys serving the community.
Vice President
Tom serves as President of Strategic Healthcare Initiatives, Inc., bringing extensive experience in insurance, health care strategy, and healthy lifestyle programs. Throughout his career, he has held consulting and executive leadership roles, working closely with insurance companies, hospital systems, and health care organizations to develop and launch HMO and PPO operations. He also serves as President of the Wood County Economic Development Commission. Tom holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.
Secretary
Past President. Annette worked in the healthcare field as a Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator for 45 years. After retirement she served on the Wood County Central Hospital District Board, including as President for several years. She serves the Wood County Health Care Foundation, the Center for Memory Health and Education Leadership Team, and the UT Health East Texas, Quitman Board of Trustees. She is active in church and community.
Board Members
Voting board members from across Wood County, East Texas, and the broader health care, business, and civic community.
Board Member
Texas A&M Commerce BS, MA in agriculture. A Wood County resident since 1971, Orval retired from the pharmaceutical industry in 2011 and serves on six volunteer boards. He served on the Quitman School Board and, as president of the Wood County Farm Bureau, led the action that resulted in the Wood County Livestock and Market Show. Orval and his wife Carolyn were high school sweethearts; they have 3 children and 10 grandchildren.
Board Member
Mayor of Quitman, Texas (elected 2019). Previously Mayor Pro Tem 2017-2019 and Alderman 2007-2017. Randy has a long history of service beginning with his appointment to the Quitman Development Corporation from 2004 to 2021. He is retired from Farm Bureau Insurance Company, where he served 1983-2016.
Board Member
Brenda retired from Peoples Telephone Cooperative after 28 years. She has been an active member of civic and community organizations, including service on the Board of Directors of Jones Water Supply Corporation. Brenda grew up in Quitman, graduated from Quitman High School, and attended Stephen F. Austin State University.
Board Member
BS Accounting/Economics, University of Utah. Executive Vice President of Associates Banc Corp (a subsidiary of Associates First Capital), responsible for technology and communications for 2,200 branch offices and 5 major processing centers worldwide. He has served on many boards, including president roles with LaSalle Council Boy Scouts of America, Lone Star Council Boy Scouts of America, United Way of St. Joseph County, and Boys and Girls Club.
Board Member
Retired Product Developer with a background in marketing, media, and human resources, including supporting corporations as Chairman of Compliance for Workforce, Private Industry Councils, and on state and regional commissions. Certified Arbitrator Mediator specializing in business and labor law. Bellevue University, HR Management.
Board Member
A graduate of Quitman High School, Texas A&M, and the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he earned his medical degree. Dr. Cameron practiced Emergency Medicine in Tyler for 20 years and is now the Chief Medical Officer of a national healthcare company. He has been married to his wife, Michelle, for 32 years.
Board Member
Craig has an extensive background in city management, community and economic development, downtown redevelopment, housing, neighborhood revitalization, and leadership training. He has served in numerous city management and economic development roles assisting elected officials throughout East Texas.
Board Member
Texas State University BBS, Business/Accounting. Land for Non-Landmen Certification, Professional Development Institute, University of North Texas. Employment experience includes Accounting Manager, Director of Accounting, Director Accounts Payable, Senior Accountant, and Accounts Payable Officer.
Staff and advisors
Advisor
Darrell served as Secretary of the Wood County Health Care Foundation and was Fundraising Chairperson for the Center for Memory Health and Education. He is retired, having served as executive director of an education foundation and chief development officer for colleges and universities. Darrell is an active member of First United Methodist Church in Quitman.
In memoriam
In Memoriam
July 20, 1949 — February 6, 2025
Retired Vice President, Kimberly-Clark Corporation. BBS, Brigham Young University; graduate studies, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Professional societies included the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the National Advisory Board of the Brigham Young University Marriott School of Business. Former member of the Financial Accounting Standards Advisory Council.
Accountability
The Foundation files Form 990 annually with the IRS. Public profiles are maintained on the major nonprofit registries.
Nonprofit registry
Candid GuideStar profile
Mission, programs, financials, and governance.
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Annual Form 990 filings and financial summaries.
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The canonical board roster and Foundation statement.
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Every gift to the Wood County Health Care Foundation supports the Memory Health Life Center and the Foundation's broader work in Wood County health care.
Gifts to the Wood County Health Care Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. EIN 75-2309177. Confirmed 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
