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56 Giving Guide 2026 Worcester Business Journal www.wbjournal.com Seven Hills Foundation Seven Hills Foundation 81 Hope Avenue Worcester, MA 01603 Phone: (508) 755-2340 www.sevenhills.org Employees: 4,532 Annual revenues: $544.2 million Year founded: 1953 MISSION STATEMENT To promote and encourage the empowerment of people with significant challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well-being and independence SERVICE AREA Seven Hills Foundation provides services in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, and eight developing countries through the Seven Hills Global Outreach division. TOP FUNDING SOURCES May include private donors, foundations, or state agencies. 38.72% MA Department of Developmental Services 28.97% MA Department of Early Education and Care 20.73% MA Division of Medical Assistance/Other FUTURE GOALS 1. Ensure a cohesive, belonging Seven Hills community. 2. Enhance Technology and Communi- cations that increase productivity. 3. Evolve our learning and development hub that supports staff professional development. 4. Identify and secure new funding sources to sustain existing programs facing budget cuts and infuse innovation into programs. 5. Reinforce the WHY of what we do to raise awareness for people of all abilities facing life challenges, and the critical function of the Health and Human Services sector. 6. Stay on the leading edge of service delivery, integrating telehealth, assistive technology, and AI into operations. 7. Strengthen our strategy for staff longevity, beginning with recruitment, orientation, ongoing training and men - "Seven Hills Foundation resonates with me deeply because of their demonstrated ability to fulfill the mission to 'promote and encourage the empowerment of people with significant challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well-being and independence.' Watching the professionals at Seven Hills deliver high-quality services with compassion and dignity is inspiring. In my role as Director of Special Education, I know the importance of having a partner like Seven Hills, a trusted provider of critical services that extend beyond the classroom and into our students' homes and the heart of our community." - Dr. Tammy Murray, Board Chair Kathleen M. Jordan, DHA President & Chief Executive Officer Tammy Murray, Ed.D. Director of Special Education, Worcester Public Schools Board Chair torship, recognition, and career growth pathways. 8. Ensure each participant's optimal level of satisfaction across areas of service using evidence-based practices and data evaluation. FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES • e Call to Care Fund – ensures that people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities receive the care they need to reach their fullest potential and a life- time of health and happiness. sevenhills.org/donate • e Annual New Beginnings Charity Golf Tournament held in May, raises funds to provide social, competitive and recreational opportunities for children and adults with disabilities. e tourna- ment needs sponsors, donors, auction items, volunteers, and golfers. •e Annual Lori Lajoie Charity Golf Tournament, held in August, raises funds to support unmet needs at Seven Hills and seeks sponsors, donors, auc- tion items, and volunteers. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES • Online donations gratefully accepted year-round at sevenhills.org/donate • Donation remittance envelopes are included in the Horizons newsletter, which is distributed to all Seven Hills stakeholders twice annually. • Seven Hills Foundation sends out an annual appeal as a mailer and as a digital appeal each November. • Seven Hills Foundation identifies and submits grant proposals for capital and program funding for initiatives across the organization. • Donations of school and medical sup- plies, as well as clothing, are gratefully accepted by Seven Hills Global Out- reach to partners in eight developing nations around the world. • Tribute and memorial donations are gratefully accepted at sevenhills.org/donate. • Donations of non-cash assets, includ- ing those made through wills, trusts, life insurance policies, and/or IRAs, are gratefully accepted at sevenhills.org/giving To learn more, please get in touch with Kate Myshrall, vice president of Ad- vancement, at kmyshrall@sevenhills.org. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteering is an important way to make a difference at Seven Hills Foundation. Sharing your talents and enthusiasm will have a dramat- ic, positive impact on the people we support, improving the quality of life for everyone. Examples of current volunteer oppor- tunities include: • Volunteer coaches and unified partners to support Special Olympic competitive sports teams and recre- ational activities, including arts, music, and health & wellness fun. • Corporate volunteer groups are in- vited to help with projects, events, and client-facing activities. Consider making a difference by con- tacting Kate Myshrall, vice president of Advancement, at 508.983.1302 or kmyshrall@sevenhills.org, or by visiting sevenhills.org/get-involved/volunteer. Dr. Catherine Jones, Vice Chair Mr. Raymond L. Quinlan, Treasurer Mrs. Deborah J. Needleman, Secretary/ Clerk BOARD MEMBERS Mr. John N. Altomare, Esq., Member-at- Large Mr. Robert L Mahar, Member-at-Large Dr. Carol B. Donnelly Mr. Scott Fuller Mr. Eric L. Goodwine Dr. David Paydarfar Mr. Seth A. Pitts Ms. Frances E. Polito Ms. Marianne E. Rogers Mr. David E. Simon Mr. Peter R. Stanton Mr. David K. Woodbury

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