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Government-backed nonprofit Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center profiled

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Dwight Pentzien, vice president of Medical Affairs at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center | www.sarahbush.org

Dwight Pentzien, vice president of Medical Affairs at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center | www.sarahbush.org

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $100,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

This appropriation represents state-level funding authorized by lawmakers, reflecting what was approved in the budget, not necessarily disbursed. The funds cover only State of Illinois support and exclude federal, local, or other public sources.

Founded in 1977, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center states that its mission is: “To provide exceptional care for all and create healthy communities.”

You can learn more about the organization at its website.

In its most recent IRS Form 990 filing filing for tax year 2024, the organization reported $3,566,690 in total revenue.

The nonprofit listed $1,899,980 in contributions overall. It also reported $1,657,430 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.

In terms of staffing, the organization spent $1,833,240 on salaries and reportable employee compensation in 2024, along with $233,938 in additional non-salary compensation such as retirement benefits, housing allowances, or travel stipends.

Combined, these totaled $2,067,178 in staff-related costs, which equates to 58% of total reported revenue.

At the beginning of 2024, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center had $25,009,900 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $27,065,100, indicating an 8.2% growth in overall holdings.

However, a Chicago City Wire analysis found that IRS filings frequently contain discrepancies when compared with publicly disclosed government grant reports and budgets.

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is one of hundreds of nonprofits across Illinois that receive substantial support from state taxpayers while also fundraising privately.

In 2025, Illinois lawmakers introduced House Bill 1266, also known as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Act. The proposal would create a new oversight body within the Office of the Auditor General tasked with identifying cost-saving measures, reviewing agency performance, and advising on audit priorities. If passed, DOGE could bring additional scrutiny and performance evaluation to taxpayer-funded organizations.

According to ProPublica, Illinois has more than 78,000 active tax-exempt organizations, including nearly 60,000 classified as charitable nonprofits. In their most recent IRS filings, these groups reported a combined revenue exceeding $156 billion.

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center 990 Filing – Key Officers
TermNameTitle
2024-2024Alan MetzgerDirector
2024-2024Amy Catherine BorntragerDirector
2024-2024Ann BeckImm. Past Chair
2024-2024Anya SchuetzDirector
2024-2024Aziz AhmedPhysician
2024-2024Barb HallChairperson
2024-2024Barbara R LoveVice Chairperson
2024-2024Barbara Probst HoppinParliamentar
2024-2024Blake A FairchildDirector
2024-2024Brian MurphyVp Information Systems
2024-2024Brooke ZerrusenVp Practice Management
2024-2024Colleen SwickVp Patient Continuum Care
2024-2024Colt GuthridgeVp Surgical Services
2024-2024Cory KauffmanDirector
2024-2024Dale BoyerDirector
2024-2024David GlassmanCommittee Community Member
2024-2024Deborah SaddorisVp Human Resources
2024-2024Debra Marie GriersonLifeline
2024-2024Dennis PluardChief Finance Officer
2024-2024Dennis PluardChief Finance Officer
2024-2024Didi OmiyiDirector
2024-2024Dwight PentzienVp Medical Affairs
2024-2024Eric M. BrewerPhysician
2024-2024Erica StollardVp Operations
2024-2024Gary MikelChairperson
2024-2024Gerri OlsonTreasurer
2024-2024Gregory TaylorVp Practice Management
2024-2024Jacqui MckibbenHeart Center
2024-2024James E ZimmerDirector
2024-2024Jay MarkwellDirector
2024-2024Jeff BransonDirector
2024-2024Jeri Lou MorrisPres Elect V
2024-2024Jerry EskerPresident
2024-2024Jerry EskerPresident & Ceo Partial Year
2024-2024John LauerDirector
2024-2024Josh BullockTreasurer
2024-2024Joshua W. GarrettPhysician
2024-2024Karen DyerCeo Fayette County Hospital
2024-2024Kimberly A. UphoffPresident & Ceo Partial Year
2024-2024Kimberly A. UphoffPresident
2024-2024Kiran V JoagTreasurer
2024-2024Kirk W SwensenDirector
2024-2024Kyle ThompsonDirector
2024-2024Kyle BanksSecretary
2024-2024Laura VoylesDirector
2024-2024Louis MendellaPhysician
2024-2024Lucas L. CattDirector
2024-2024Mark MayhoodDirector
2024-2024Matthew JonesPhysician
2024-2024Meredith BonerGift Shop Co
2024-2024Mike GentaDirector
2024-2024Myles Jordan HastingsDirector
2024-2024Nancy SchillingDirector
2024-2024Pam WaddellPresident
2024-2024Patty HedgesDirector
2024-2024Patty HedgesNominating C
2024-2024Patty MarlowPet Therapy
2024-2024Phillip KeppDirector
2024-2024Robin Jean ReedGuest Relat.
2024-2024Sandra MillerVp Patient Care
2024-2024Scott BlandDirector
2024-2024Scott Leroy EgglestonDirector
2024-2024Scott HamptonSecretary
2024-2024Stephen R ChildersVice Chairperson
2024-2024Susie HayCancer Cente
2024-2024Suzi CoffmanSpecial Proj
2024-2024Tina StovallSecretary
2024-2024Tom GrunlohDirector
2024-2024Tracey MccordVol Nurses P
2024-2024Tracy HaddockDir Volunteer Serv
2024-2024Vicky S GillilandSocial
2024-2024William HillDirector
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center Employee Roster (Most Recent Year Available)
YearNameTitleCompensation
2024Alex L LoveRecruiter-
2024Alex Jay AitkenRegistered Nurse-
2024Alicia Michelle PankeyPhysical Therapist Assistant-
2024Amanda K GodinezClinical Application Specialist-
2024Amanda K PullenAccounts Receivable Clerk-
2024Amanda Lee Ann SnowdenAccount Representative-
2024Amanda K BealsAdministrative Secretary-
2024Amanda Jo BryantReimbursement Nurse-
2024Amanda KirkClinical Application Specialist-
2024Amy A BachmanBusiness System Analyst-
2024Amy Jo CarlenMeaningful Use Analyst And Applications Specialist-
2024Amy L DammermanSupervisor-
2024Amy L CardFoundation Director-
2024Amy J LeifheitPediatrician At Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center-
2024Andre D SandersDental Assistant-
2024Andrea MorganUltrasound Technical Specialist-
2024Andrew Braxton OberhillEnvironmental Services Technician-
2024Barbara Bryant HarperLab Assistant-
2024Barbra D WyliePeace Meal Senior Nutrition Program Director-
2024Bernadette MangialardiDepartment Secretary For Emergency Department And Respiratory Therapy-
2024Betty BlairClinical Systems Analyst-
2024Beverly A MccoyPatient Care Leader-
2024Billie Jo KepleyRadiology Technician-
2024Bli Nichole FranklinQuality Reporting Analyst-
2024Bridget T Harmon-
2024Brittany N KaufmanOccupational Therapist-
2024Brittney Jo JohnsDepartment Secretary-
2024Carla A ThomasPhysical Therapist-
2024Carla J RichStaff Scheduler-
2024Carol A WaltersMedical Staff Secretary-
2024Carol J RayDirector, Utilization Management-
2024Celia L EbbertReport Writer-
2024Charla K GraftonEd Nurse Charge Auditor, Registered Nurse-
2024Cheryl A PalsDosimetrist At Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center-
2024Cheryl Ann WirthFood Senior Evice Associate-
2024Christina L SowersProcedural Coding Specialist-
2024Christina L BaileyCna-
2024Christine A ClappSurgery Scheduler-
2024Cindy ForemanEmployee Health Nurse At Sarah Bush Lincoln-
2024Cindy ClarkRn, Manager-
2024Cody C EmbertonAthletic Trainer-
2024Colleen M SwickDirector-
2024Colt Yager GuthridgeDirector Of Clinical Informatics-
2024Connie Sue LottsSemi Retired-
2024Dawn Ellen MackeBereavement Counselor-
2024Debra D FordBusiness Systems Analyst-
2024Dennis James PluardChief Financial Officer And Vice President Of Operations At Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center-
2024Diana SnowMedical Social Worker, Lcsw-
2024Diane M DowRegistered Nurse-
2024Donna M EasterdayRegistered Nurse-
2024Douglas E WormanRadiation Therapist-
2024Erica N StollardDirector Of Planning And Business Development-
2024Gary Dean HaydenPhysician Assistant-
2024Genevieve E FerencSenior Secretary-
2024Ginny L WintersRegistered Nurse-
2024Heather ArmstrongRegistered Nurse-
2024Jack LovellSurgical Services Systems Specialist-
2024Jamie Ann BryantMedical Office Management And Administrative Assistant-
2024Jane R DavisCredentialing Specialist At Sarah Bush Lincoln-
2024Jasmine BainesSocial Work Intern-
2024Jason TrotterCrna-
2024Jean Ann BaileyStaffing-
2024Jeffrey Christian SchultzInterim Director-
2024Jennifer W DillonCss-
2024Jennifer Kirsten KirkHospice Volunteer Coordinator-
2024Jenny Eileen EarpHuman Resources And Administrator-
2024Jerami W SuggMedical Coder-
2024Jeremy Shane StevensOrtho Medical Doctor-
2024Jeremy H T Fitzpatrick-
2024Jerry J EskerPresident And Chief Executive Officer-
2024Jessica GuadianaLpn-
2024Jill S FickesDirector Quality Management-
2024John LonganoEmergency Physician-
2024Joseph L BurtonMedical Director Ed And Ems-
2024Joshua R BloomUser Support Specialist-
2024Judith A LidyFamily Nurse Practitioner-
2024Judith A BrownCoordiator-
2024Karen E BatemanMedical Transcriptionist-
2024Karla M PaineMonitor Technician-
2024Kay Lyn BathRegistered Nurse-
2024Kelly L SpencerAccounting Clerk-
2024Kim M DaughertyUser Support Specialist-
2024Kyle CarterSystem Administrator-
2024Laurie E MooneyPediatric Nurse Practitioner-
2024Lawrence J Lawson IiiChemistry Supervisor-
2024Lee Anne ClappSurgical Assistant-
2024Lisa Ann ManuelOffice Assistant-
2024Lisa J LewisObstetrics Technician-
2024Logan Justine HeiserPhlebotomist-
2024Lyjerrick S WardCardiac Monitor Technician-
2024Madison Clair BaysGraduate Student Cardiac Rehabilitation-
2024Madison DaneEmergency Department Technician-
2024Margaret A PhillipsCase Manager - Registered Nurse-
2024Maria DavisAccountin Clerk-
2024Marsha E HaldorsenDirector, Performance Excellence, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center-
2024Mary A GallivanStaff Registered Nurse-
2024Mary E DyerOccupational Therapist-
2024MARY F CHILDRESSData Auditor-
2024Melissa Mae OakleyMlt-
2024Michael James ArmstrongCertified Registered Nurse Anesthetist-
2024Michael WallLead Pharmacist-
2024Michelle Renae SchultzRegistered Dietitian- Weight Management Program-
2024Michelle Lin BuenkerMedical Information Specialist-
2024Michelle E VahlingRegistered Nurse-
2024Natalie P AlbinRegistration Clerk-
2024Natosha D BuchananRegistered Nurse-
2024Nicole R WinnettCcu Registered Nurse Bsn-
2024Pamela J HoelscherCertified Professional Coder-
2024Pamela Kay HoodPerinatal Education Coordinator And Lactation Consultant-
2024Pattye Reid MontgomeryPhysician Assistant-
2024Paul D OltmanMedical Doctor-
2024Paul J LanmanMedical Eq Service Technician-
2024Paula J EnstromR.N., M.S.P.H C.D.E-
2024Rachelle J HendricksonSupervisor And Registered Polysomnography Technician-
2024Renee Alexander ComstockDepartment Secretary-
2024Rhonda Ann HoppinSecretary And Receptionist-
2024Rich J FanelliDirector Of Patient Services-
2024Romel Baltao TorrepalmaSupport Partner-
2024Ryan E BeebePatient Account Analyst-
2024Sarah C MillerFinancial Coordinator-
2024Sarah E SteidlLpn-
2024Sharon K RunnelsRegistered Nurse-
2024Shawna Lynn HarrisFamily Nurse Practitioner-
2024Shawna Lee StormRn, Bsn-
2024Shelby G JacksonClinical Educator-
2024Shenetha S GholstonFood Service-
2024Sheri Janine ParsleyRegistered Nurse-
2024Sheryl Lynn ArtmannChief Of Anesthesia-
2024Shirley D KennellOut Patient Analyst-
2024Stephanie J LoganHospitalist Program Assistant-
2024Susan M ShootRegistered Nurse Care Coordinator Emergency Room-
2024Tabitha ButlerOwner-
2024Tamara EvansIn Person Counselor-
2024Tami Sue HiggsRegistered Nurse-
2024Tanja Aleshire LarimoreBusiness Informatics Specialist-
2024Thomas L SutterOccupational Health Physician-
2024Thomas Jerald KerseyDirector Of Materilas Management At Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center-
2024Tiffany JonesPaid Intern-
2024Tina D ButlerCoder And Auditor And Trainer-
2024Tina MartinQuality Data Specialist-
2024Toni Jo AndresEmergency Room Technician-
2024Traci Lin KissellUnit Secretary-
2024Urvish H AminRegistered Nurse-
2024Valerie BoroughsRegistered Nurse-
2024Vicki L GreggOffice Assistant-
2019Colleen Houchin StonerDirector, Volunteer Services At Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System-
2019Crystal Sue RichardsonClinical System Analyst-
2019Jacob Robert GerkinRegistration Clerk-
2019Sherry J BarnettNurse Practitioner-
2019Tomas Lukas JuzasPhysical Therapist Internship-
2018Brian L MurphyVice President Information Systems And Chief Information Officer-
2018Crystal Dawn CochranCasting Technician And Athletic Trainer-
2018Miranda L HightGraduate Student Clinician-
2017Ashley N YardleyNursing Supervisor-
2017Austin P GreenHuman Resources Assistant-
2017Deann M ColeBa Health Care Studies And Radiology Transcriptionist-
2017Erin Marie WalkFood Service-
2017Laine Elizabeth EbbertBasement Bistro Associate-
2017Lanette C StuckeyRegistered Nurse-
2017Mackenzie James FritschleMaterials Distribution Technician-
2017Sarah PotterEmergency Department Technician-
2017Shelbi N BirchLabor And Delivery Registered Nurse-
2016Amy J MorganCustomer Service Specialist-
2016Amy DuncanFood And Nutrition Associate-
2016Andrea Kay BrettinCall Center Associate-
2016Angela D Dunn-
2016Bailee J CoatesVolunteer Dental Hygiene Student-
2016Cheryl Lynn ShuttHomemaker-
2016Hilary J GeorgeIntern-
2016Janet M CartwrightPerformance Excellence Facilitator-
2016Lindsay Jean McguireStudent Physical Therapist-
2016Makenzie L ReynoldsI Sing The Body Electric Intern-
2016Merideth A Goodwin-
2016Philip DavisHuman Resources And Eod Intern-
2016Zachary T BacklinCharge Nurse-
2015Amanda Brooke WallisGraduate Student Clinician-
2015Cheryl M SowersClp-
2015Dawn BrazzellRegistered Nurse-
2015Gwena Lynn ZikeRegistered Nurse, Acu- East-
2015Jamie Marie PetroeljeAudiology Intern-
2015Janie Denise DavisCook-
2015Joni D FergusonEmergency Physician-
2015Lindsey W SpencerPhysician Assistant-
2015Lindsey Erin RichterRegistered Dietitian - Medical Weight Management-
2015Maye Marie KeenerCertified Nursing Assistant-
2015Molly L Yeske-
2015Paul WinnHospitalist Nurse Practitioner-
2015Susan Masden MooreRegistered Nurse-
2015Taylor L RungeLicensed Practical Nurse-
2014Alex CudoneAdministrative Assistant: Critical Care Unit-
2014Daniel Joseph HildebrandtGroundskeeper Assistant-
2014Debra L Cordes-
2014Destinee U LeeFood And Nutrition Associate-
2014Kurt A LeifheitGeneral Counsel-
2014Lacretia Regina BrazzletonCertified Nursing Assistant-
2014Laura B ButlerMedical Assistant-
2014Maybellean L Glen-
2014Paul Alexander ToofanEmergency Medicine Physician-
2014Shannon M PriceOncology Pharmacy Technician-
2014Sharon S Jackson-
2013Airion Nicole BollenbaughRadiologic Technologist-
2013Anthony ImparatoEmergency Room Technician-
2013Brittany Ann ZaringRoom Service Coordinator-
2013Cody J ReeleyPathologist And Lab Shadowing-
2013Dannielle JacksonRegistered Nurse-
2013Hannah Elizabeth BergbowerRegistered Nurse-Er-
2013Jack Richard WhiteRegistered Nurse Charge Nurse And Emergency Department-
2013Jaymie D RyanMedical Laboratory Scientist-
2013Jennifer L DaughertyLpn-
2013Jeremiah Seth EnbergGraduate Intern-
2013Katherine SullivanSarah's Homemaker-
2013Kristine SmithRegistered Nurse-
2013Lauren A HadrabaLeadership And Management Clinical-
2013Laurie Ann RossonCertified Surgical Technologist-
2013Melissa Danielle BuhrmesterClinic Services Specialist-
2013Tyler J HagerstromRegistered Respiratory Therapist-
2012Amanda Hedge RussellRegistered Nurse-
2012Beckie C StroudVolunteer-
2012Brynn E HollidayDental Hygiene Student-
2012Christina K LinnDirector Lincolnland Home Health,Hospice, Sarah Homemakers And Adult Day Care-
2012Dipal BlackowiczClerical Partner-
2012Dorothy L Miller-
2012Jennifer A MurrayPhysical Therapist-
2012Mary Ellen Pagliughi-
2012Ramon U ClimacoEmergency Department Patient Liaison-
2012Sandra L Wright-
2011Alysia L MinottOutpatient Medical Coder-
2011Cristin R PrinceI Sing The Body Electric Intern-
2011David T AlumbaughPharmacy Technician-
2011Jay GilbertCertified Surgical Technologist-
2011Mindi M OrourkeManager-
2011Nasrin RonaghiGraduate Pharmacy Intern-
2011Nathan Michael MurrayPhlebotomist-
2011Nikki G Dunn DunnRdh-
2010Alice J CacedaEmployee And Organizational Development Intern-
2010Christopher BennettMarketing Intern-
2010Halona Hope Michels-
2010Jason FreyWellness Specialist-
2010Josephine RileyPatient Assistant-
2010Linda D McclureRetired-
2010Liridon ZendeliNursing Assistant Skills And Clinical Observations-
2010Melissa Marie MatthewsDietetic Technician Intern-
2010Pamela L FreelandAdministrative Secretary And Charge Posting Assoc-
2010Stacy M SmallenbergerApplication Specialist-
2009Daniel Babb EnsignAssistant To The Director Of Emergency Preparedness At Sblhs-
2009Janet L Tapian-
2009Jennifer Ellen WarrickRadiologic Technologist Intern-
2009Jocelyn Kachele CriswellPhlebotomist And Lab Assistant-
2009Lauren Ashley MerrymanProgram Assistant-
2009Linda D Mcclure-
2009Michelle KroegerDirector Emergency Services-
2009Olivia WillsHome Health-
2009Susan A LoveApplication Specialist-
2008Adrienne LopezIntern-
2008Amie C SzaboClinical Services Specialist-
2008Charlene R Bloxom-
2008Gayle O'Rourke-
2008Jacqueline S Veach-
2008Kelly L StrankoGeneral Surgery Coder-
2008Kelly L HoltStaff Registered Nurse-
2008Kenneth O Anderson-
2008Melissa WilliamsGraduate Assistant And Intern, I Sing The Body Electric-
2008Sharmalyn Trail-
2007Jennifer M PerrineClinic Team Leader-
2007Kay L Hatten-
2007Mark Allen Mcdaniel-
2007Niel A BullockInfrastructure Support Specialist-
2006Amanda WeberRegistration Clerk-
2006Christina Siltz AdamsMedical Technologist-
2006Courtney CraneIntern For I Sing The Body Electric-
2006Dawn R SchabbingFreelance Features Writer-
2006Karen WalkerApplication Specialist-
2006Lisa M StarwaltRegistered Nurse-
2006Sarah SmithSocial Service Clinician-
2006Teresa Fritcher-
2005Amanda L WiedmanOutreach Educator-
2005Beverly A Hite-
2005Jane HastingsPatient Care Leader-
2005Mary KleinCounselor, Behavioral Health Unit-
2005Penny L Mcdowell-
2005Teresa A Annis-
2005Yolanda D Grass-
2004Amy L HylandRegistered Nurse-
2004Karen J Blaase-
2003Dorothy Marie Vaughn-
2003Gerry G SchlechteAccountant-
2003Robert BloodSemi Retired Anesthesiologist-
2003Scott HamptonProject Team Lead-
2003Shanon M Brand-
2002Bridgit GlennIt Support-
2002Laura L Snyder-
2002Pamela Kay CarverAccountant-
2001Candy M JansenStaff Physical Therapist-
2001Carla A Lundy-Wheaton-
2001Kimberly Ann ErvinMarketing And Educator-
2001Patti D DoughertyRegistered Nurse-
2000Diane E HighlandPurchasing Clerk-
1999Barbara J Neece-
1999David Christopher QuinnDirector Of Materials Management-
1999Donna S Dye-
1999Eric K FulkersonLan Administrator-
1998Curtis M Tate-
1998Cynthia Cunningham BarnettMedical Technologist-
1998Jacqueline Sue JoinesDirector Of Volunteer Services-
1998Ronald Francis Lovell JrCt Technologist-
1997Marcy MckayWriter And Desktop Publisher-
1997Petra I Gerling-
1997Stacey L RuhollExercise Physiologist-
1996Rachel L WoltmanRegistered Nurse-
1995Annette Samuels-
1995Audy Adams-
1995Diana M Groff-
1995Ed Smith-
1995Karen L Sampson-
1995Kelly Baker-
1995Laura K Pointon-
1995Leanne Rene Beck-
1995Tammy L Cain-
1994Ada M Reed-
1994Billie J Connelly-
1994Donna Dyer-
1994Janice Downey-
1994Merry K Woolsey-
1993Carol A BenningPharmacist-
1993Marilee Colbert-
1993Richard Kiger-
1993Richard Horath-
1993Sally L Letner-
1992Beverly Randloff-
1992Karen S Sweitzer-
1992Pamela J Copeland-
1992Patricia A Fritts-
1992Patricia Wright-
1992Sandra K Adams-
1992Sandra K Heidlebaugh-
1992Tommy Joe Hoover-
1992Victoria A Reible-
1991Joyce Irene Mummel-
1991Karen Utterbeck-
1991Mary Ann Teter-
1991Shirley Fay Yates-
1991Tammy Zuniga-
1990Bryan L Heuerman-
1989Cathy S Floyd-
1988Susan Stremming-
1988Tammy L Zuniga-
1987Dorine M Pearcy-
1987Kenneth P BeutkeSpeech-Language Pathologist-
1987Robert J Althoff-
1986Carole A Lang-
1986Judy Karty KaplanSupervisor - Social Work Services-
1986Robert D Dane-
1985Julia A Powers-
1985Katy Blake-
1985Sarah Wilson-
1985Shirley Jean Strange-
1984Joyce A Donaker-
1983Darlena Guess-
1983Deborah Ann Blackburn-
1983Mary Kathryn Turner-
1983Tomi L Phipps-
1982Bobbi Nadler-
1982Diana K Vaughn-

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