How Project C.U.R.E. saves lives across the globe

Project C.U.R.E. is the world’s largest distributor of donated medical equipment and supplies to resource-limited communities across the globe, touching the lives of patients, families, and children in more than 135 countries. Each week, Project C.U.R.E. delivers approximately three to five semi-truck sized ocean containers packed with the medical equipment and supplies desperately needed to save lives in hospitals and clinics.   In addition, each year hundreds of healthcare professionals travel with Project C.U.R.E. to provide medical treatment to communities in need and training to those dedicated to serving them. Project C.U.R.E. is supported by over 30,000 volunteers annually and operates distribution warehouses in seven U.S. cities.

About Katie:

As the Executive Director of Project C.U.R.E. Chicago, Katie is working to make Project C.U.R.E. a household name in the Midwest. She oversees the Chicago Ambassador Board, Young Professional Board, corporate and foundation outreach, individual giving and acts as the client care manager for many container projects. Katie is passionate about empowering and equipping communities, specifically women, with the tools needed to build a healthier community, and ultimately, a healthier world. Prior to joining Project C.U.R.E. Chicago, Katie spent 20 years as a leader in both the nonprofit development and finance arenas, serving as development director for various organizations and Vice President/Market Manager for Commerce Bank, with her last role being with Rush University Hospital in major gifts. Katie graduated with honors from Illinois Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Arts of International Studies/Diplomatic Relations. During non-work hours, Katie spends her time with her two sons supporting them in their thousands upon thousands of extracurricular activities and is working toward her Yoga Teaching Certification.