Mat-Su Health Foundation Appoints Erin Messmer as Chief Communications Officer

The Mat-Su Health Foundation (MSHF) today announced the appointment of Erin Messmer as its Chief Communications Officer (CCO). In this role, Messmer will lead strategic communications efforts, including marketing, media, and public relations.

Mat-Su Health Foundation Selects Vandana Ingle as Chief Community Impact Officer

Ingle was selected from a diverse field of candidates following an intensive recruitment process that attracted over 70 applicants. With over 20 years of non-profit experience, her ability to align strategy with measurable outcomes, develop cohesive teams, and lead meaningful systems change set her apart in a field of strong contenders.

Thrive Mat-Su Honored with 2024 Bert Hall Award

The Bert Hall Award for Commitment to the Health of the Community is an annual recognition presented to an individual or organization that consistently exemplifies commitment to working at the systems level to improve the health and wellness of Mat-Su resident

Thrive Mat-Su, United Way, and Youth 360 received the award at the MSHF 2024 Annual Meeting.

2024 Annual Report

2024 was another year of growth and impact at MSHF. Read about our grantmaking, community engagement, and 2024 highlights in our annual report.

Mat-Su Health Foundation Announces Esther Pitts as President and Chief Executive Officer

Following a rigorous nationwide recruitment effort, Mat-Su Health Foundation (MSHF) has selected Esther Pitts to serve as its next President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Having lived in Alaska since 1991 and in Wasilla since 2015, she has a deep personal connection to the community and a strong commitment to improving the health and well-being of its residents.

She will succeed retiring CEO Elizabeth Ripley and formally step into the role on May 1, 2025.

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