Friends of Monroe Carell

Friends of Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is a volunteer organization supporting hospital patients and families through fundraising, outreach and programs. Founded in 1972, Friends plays a vital role in hospital support. Whether providing free meals for families or funding hospital needs, Friends' impact reaches every part of Monroe Carell.

When you become a Friend by making a gift, you receive special access to volunteer opportunities. Every Friend makes a difference!

There are a variety of opportunities for Friends who wish to volunteer. New Friends can denote volunteer interest when making their first gift. If you are already a Friend and wish to volunteer, email friends@vumc.org.

Giving to Friends means supporting programs designed to help ease stress for patients and their families. The following are hosted by Friends volunteers:

• Lunch Bunch
• Friends Bingo
• Family picnic on July 4
• Time for Remembering
• Health care hero event

Friends coordinates fundraising events and campaigns throughout the year, all of which include volunteer opportunities. Friends are invited to participate in all events.

• Friends & Fashion
• Mahjong with Friends
• Anytime with Friends
• Gifts from Friends
• The Friends Shop

Phone: (615) 322-4863
Email: friends@vumc.org

Friends leadership

President: Beth Kost  
President-Elect: Kelly Shirley
Past President/Nominating Chair: Martha Galyon
Secretary: Lindsay Wells
Treasurer: Whitney Musser
Engagement: Katherine Beakes, Allison Fowler
Fundraising – Friends & Fashion: Alyce Ory, Lella Wilbanks
Fundraising – Mahjong with Friends: Debbie Militante
Fundraising – Community Events: Allison Schaufele  
Outreach: Lyndsey Rollins
Patient and Family Support: Blythe Browne
Children’s Services: Lindsay Moore, Kristi Skeeters 
Director of Friends (staff): Cindy Comperry