The Making a Difference Foundation had an incredible year in 2024, and we’re excited to share our impact with you. Click here to explore the foundation’s annual report and see how CHG employees, medical providers, and our communities came together to make a difference. In 2024, we: Contributed over $875,000 to nonprofits Partnered with…
LA Wildfires – Disaster Relief
As many of you have seen, wildfires have recently spread across Los Angeles, California and have caused widespread devastation, destroyed thousands of acres and structures, and displaced entire communities. Our hearts go out to everyone affected by this disaster. The Making a Difference Foundation is responding to the LA wildfires…
Learnings from a Medical Mission Trip in Tanzania
Dr. Athena Hoobler, a pediatric and neonatology physician from Chicago, recently volunteered in Tanzania on a medical mission trip with the Making a Difference Foundation, CompHealth Locum Tenens, and International Medical Relief. Over the course of the four-day medical mission trip, the group of volunteers saw almost 1,100 patients. While…
Why Every Medical Provider Should Experience a Medical Mission Trip
Randy Archibald, PA with Marathon Health and Making a Difference Foundation Board Member, volunteered and co-lead a medical mission trip in September 2024 in Cusco, Peru. He shared his thoughts from his week in clinic and why every medical provider should experience a medical mission. Thank you Randy! “I recently…
Hurricanes Helene and Milton – Disaster Relief
Over the past few weeks, Hurricanes Helene and Milton have brought widespread devastation to several communities throughout multiple states in the eastern United States. These disasters have displaced families, damaged infrastructure and disrupted entire communities. Our thoughts are with those impacted by these events and we are committed to supporting…
Making a Difference in Cambodia
This summer, six dedicated Weatherby Healthcare providers joined forces with other volunteers for a medical mission trip in Cambodia. In partnership with the Making a Difference Foundation and International Medical Relief, our team provided care to a diverse range of patients. Over the course of four days, the team operated…
A day in the life in Guatemala
Have you ever wondered what each day is like on a medical mission trip? Earlier this year, the Making a Difference Foundation and International Medical Relief traveled to Guatemala to provide healthcare to local communities. Keep reading to learn more about what each day was like! DAY ONE After months…
Healthcare Access: Caring for the Uninsured
Think about the last time you got a bad cold, needed a routine vaccine, or required bloodwork. For most of us, getting healthcare is a fairly easy process. We call our doctor, schedule an appointment, and know that insurance will help cover the costs. Now, consider the experience of the…
Reflecting back on 2023
Another Amazing Year! As president of the foundation, I am honored and humbled to see all the positive change initiated by the volunteer efforts of CHG employees and medical providers. As the year ends, here are our staff’s favorite memories from 2023. Margaret: The sustainable healthcare grant program means a…
Making a Difference in Peru
Gordon Cowley, Making a Difference Foundation Board Member, volunteered and co-lead a medical mission trip in October 2023 in Cusco, Peru. He shared some of his thoughts from his week in clinic and the impact the work had on both the people of Peru and the volunteers. Thank you, Gordon!…