Meet the Foundation

philanthropy@stmarysathens.org


Jennifer Messer
Jennifer Messer
Chief Development Officer
Anneliese Woodall
Anneliese Woodall
Manager of Donor Relations
Heather Penland
Heather Penland
Development Coordinator

2025 Foundation Board of Directors

Our Foundation Board of Directors plays a crucial role in shaping the future of local communities by providing strategic leadership and oversight for charitable initiatives. 


St. Mary’s Foundation
Board of Directors

  • Seth Waltman, Chair
  • Adrianne Beacham
  • Robert Burton
  • Lenn Chandler
  • Dr. Myron Downs
  • Tom Fitz
  • Kevin Florence
  • Dr. Joseph Gaines
  • Debbie Henry
  • Lillian Kincey
  • Jeff Thompson
  • Charles Upchurch

Good Samaritan Foundation
Board of Directors

  • Dr. Art Torsiglieri, Chair
  • Neena Amin
  • Riezl Baker
  • Debbie Cornelia
  • Russell Dawson
  • Tina Fischlin
  • Vickie Haney
  • Dr. Perry Lee
  • Ellen Lemming
  • Jennifer Mercer
  • Jep Pound
  • Louie Seabolt
  • Lisa Tubbs