Hospital Charitable Programs
Funds healthcare programs and services at affiliated hospitals to expand access to quality medical care
Supports charitable healthcare programs at Abington and Lansdale hospitals in the Philadelphia region
About Organization
Abington Health Foundation supports the tax-exempt purposes and programs of Abington Memorial Hospital and Lansdale Hospital Corporation, which provide medically necessary healthcare services to all individuals regardless of ability to pay. Based in Philadelphia, PA, the foundation reported $25.4 million in revenue and mobilized 246 volunteers in 2021. Founded in 1992, the organization maintains $1.1 billion in assets to support healthcare access across the region.
Hospital Charitable Programs
Funds healthcare programs and services at affiliated hospitals to expand access to quality medical care
Non-Discriminatory Care Access
Ensures all individuals receive necessary healthcare regardless of race, disability, gender identity, or financial status
Community Health Services
Supports tax-exempt healthcare organizations delivering essential medical treatment across the Greater Philadelphia area
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2021)
$25.4M
-62.7% vs 2020
Expenses (2021)
$790K
+32.1% vs 2020
Assets (2021)
$1.1B
-8.3% vs 2020
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $25,402,584 | $789,538 | $1,140,934,134 | 0 |
| 2020 | $68,138,528 | $597,560 | $1,244,598,959 | 0 |
| 2019 | $30,835,938 | $6,847,296 | $1,006,708,449 | 0 |
| 2018 | $15,138,353 | $320,553 | $975,374,264 | 0 |
| 2017 | $290,528,996 | $7,708,097 | $942,279,733 | 0 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Raises funds through donations and volunteer engagement to support hospital charitable programs
Allocates resources to Abington Memorial and Lansdale hospitals for exempt healthcare purposes
Hospitals deliver medically necessary services to all individuals without discrimination or payment barriers
Ensures ongoing healthcare access and community health improvements across the Philadelphia region
Services and programs offered by Abington Health Foundation
Provides funding for charitable healthcare programs and services at Abington Memorial and Lansdale hospitals
Ensures medically necessary care is available to all individuals regardless of race, disability, or ability to pay
Funds tax-exempt healthcare organizations providing non-discriminatory medical treatment and services across Greater Philadelphia
Meet the people behind Abington Health Foundation.
1992
1992
Abington Health Foundation founded to support hospital charitable programs in the region
2017
2017
Foundation reported $290.5 million in revenue, its highest recorded annual total
2020
2020
Generated $68.1 million in revenue to support healthcare services during crisis
2021
2021
Foundation assets reached $1.1 billion to sustain long-term healthcare support
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2021)
$137K
Highest Paid
$137K
Jill G Kyle
Compensated Officers
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| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jill G Kyle | SVP Regional Advancement | $0 | $136,750 | $136,750 | 55 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jill G Kyle | SVP Regional Advancement | $0 | $271,182 | $271,182 | 55 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurence M Merlis | Former Officer | $0 | $770,638 | $770,638 | 60 |
| Michael B Walsh | Treasurer | $0 | $310,921 | $310,921 | 55 |
| Keith W Sweigard MD | Trustee | $0 | $285,123 | $285,123 | 55 |
| Jill G Kyle | SVP Regional Advancement | $0 | $245,676 | $245,676 | 55 |
| Deborah A Datte ESQ | Secretary | $0 | $148,089 | $148,089 | 55 |
| Margaret M Mcgoldrick | Trustee - PRES Amh/Lhc | $0 | $121,461 | $121,461 | 55 |
| Warren B Matthews MD | Trustee | $0 | $87,101 | $87,101 | 55 |
| Steven E Spencer MD | Trustee | $0 | $46,550 | $46,550 | 55 |
| John J Kelly MD | Former Officer | $0 | $43,365 | $43,365 | — |
| Gerard M Cleary DO | Trustee; Ex-Officio | $0 | $39,759 | $39,759 | 55 |
| Christopher Notte MD | Trustee; Ex-Officio | $0 | $1,630 | $1,630 | 55 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurence M Merlis | Former Officer | $0 | $648,813 | $648,813 | 60 |
| Michael B Walsh | TREAS - SVP Finance Tju & Jh | $0 | $251,507 | $251,507 | 55 |
| Keith W Sweigard MD | Trustee - Medical Div Chief | $0 | $166,152 | $166,152 | 55 |
| Margaret M Mcgoldrick | Trustee - President, Amh/Lhc | $0 | $143,236 | $143,236 | 55 |
| Jill G Kyle | SVP Regional Advancement | $0 | $137,907 | $137,907 | 55 |
| Warren B Matthews MD | Trustee - Physician | $0 | $96,094 | $96,094 | 55 |
| Deborah A Datte ESQ | Secretary - SVP Legal | $0 | $94,735 | $94,735 | 55 |
| Gerard M Cleary DO | Trustee; Ex-Officio | $0 | $24,999 | $24,999 | 55 |
| Steven E Spencer MD | Trustee - Medical Director | $0 | $21,450 | $21,450 | 55 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurence M Merlis | Trustee-EVP,COO-Jefferson Hlth | $0 | $630,721 | $630,721 | 55 |
| Margaret M Mcgoldrick | Trustee - President, Amh/Lhc | $0 | $198,061 | $198,061 | 55 |
| Michael B Walsh | SR Vp; Finance/CFO | $0 | $193,970 | $193,970 | 55 |
| Keith W Sweigard MD | Trustee - Medical Div Chief | $0 | $91,001 | $91,001 | 55 |
| Jill G Kyle | SR Vp; Regional Advancement | $0 | $76,509 | $76,509 | 55 |
| Warren B Matthews MD | Trustee - Physician | $0 | $28,568 | $28,568 | 55 |
| Steven E Spencer MD | Trustee - Medical Director | $0 | $19,640 | $19,640 | 55 |
| John J Kelly MD | Trustee - EVP & CCO (Termed) | $0 | $17,848 | $17,848 | 55 |
| Gerard M Cleary DO | Trustee; Ex-Officio | $0 | $12,458 | $12,458 | 55 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.