JAMESTOWN – The WCA Foundation recently held its 44th Annual Meeting on June 9 at UPMC Chautauqua. During the meeting, board members and staff reflected on the Foundation’s accomplishments, celebrated key milestones, and recognized two leaders whose service helped guide a period of significant growth and transformation.
Board Chair, James Pullan, Jr. and Treasurer and Finance Chair, James Domagola were honored for their nine years of dedicated service to the Foundation. During their tenure, the Foundation strengthened its operations, enhanced its investment performance, expanded its philanthropic impact, and increased its support of UPMC Chautauqua and the patients it serves.
Their leadership helped advance key initiatives, including the hiring of the Foundation’s first full-time Executive Director, strengthening donor stewardship efforts, and expanding philanthropic support for healthcare programs and services at UPMC Chautauqua.
“The leadership and dedication demonstrated by Jim Pullan and Jim Domagola over the past nine years have left a lasting mark on the Foundation,” said Kristin Melville, Executive Director of the WCA Foundation. “They have been exceptional stewards of our mission; and their vision, commitment, and support have helped position the Foundation for continued success. We are deeply grateful for their service and the legacy they leave behind.”
The WCA Foundation welcomed new board leadership. Newly elected officers who will serve for one year: Kelly Johnson, Esq., Chair; The Honorable Jeffrey Piazza, Vice Chair; Peter Morgante, CPA, Treasurer and Finance Chair; and John A. “Chip” Johnson, Secretary. Melville said, “We’re excited to begin collaborating with this fantastic team of skilled and knowledgeable professionals.”
About the WCA Foundation
The WCA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit supporting foundation to UPMC Chautauqua. Independent from the hospital, the WCA Foundation ensures donations remain in the Jamestown community, as do the grants it awards in support of healthcare initiatives. Since its founding in 1982, the WCA Foundation has grown through the generosity of donors and careful stewardship of charitable gifts. Over $15M in support has been awarded to UPMC Chautauqua for patient care, healthcare services, medical equipment, and staff scholarships Through philanthropy, the WCA Foundation continues to connect community generosity with opportunities to strengthen healthcare today and for future generations.