AdventHealth Global Missions: Transforming Lives Around the World
At AdventHealth, our mission knows no borders. Through our trusted 18 Mission Partners in 16 countries, we’re delivering hope, healing, and life-saving care to communities that need it most. With the unwavering support of the President’s Council and compassionate donors like you, we’ve brought critical resources to life—from advanced medical technologies like CT scanners and cardiac cath labs to essential infrastructure such as generators and school buildings.
But our impact goes even deeper. We’re also investing in transformative programs that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, championed by the World Health Organization. These initiatives tackle urgent global health challenges—improving maternal and child health, expanding access to care, and strengthening health systems.
These aren’t just projects—they’re lifelines. They empower hospitals, uplift entire communities, and create lasting change.
Your gift makes a difference. Every donation is channeled through the AdventHealth Foundation and directly supports impactful programs with our Mission Partners. Help us reach our $500,000 goal by making your gift today.
Recent Global Mission Highlights:
- Chile
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Partners:
Clinica Adventista Los Angeles, Los Angeles;
Universidad Adventista de Chile, ChillanExecutive Sponsors:
Jennifer Wandersleben, CEO AdventHealth West Florida Region;
Jason Newmyer, CEO AdventHealth RiverviewProject: Donation of echo ultrasound equipment.
- Dominican Republic
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Partner Location:
Centro MedÍco Vista del Jardín, Santo DomingoExecutive Sponsors:
Dr. Dennis Hernandez, CEO AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach;
Isaac Sendros, CEO AdventHealth Georgia MarketProgram: Working with nonprofit organization, Chair the Love, and local church officials, volunteers distributed 150+ wheelchairs
- Ecuador
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Partner Location:
Clinica Adventista de Quito, QuitoExecutive Sponsors:
Erika Skula, CEO AdventHealth Ocala;
Mike Murrill, CEO AdventHealth ZephyrhillsProgram: Established new primary care mission work in the Galapagos Islands
- Ethiopia
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Partner Location: Kalala Learning Village, Addis Ababa
Executive Sponsors:
Abel Biri, CEO AdventHealth Waterman;
Lars Houmann, CEO EmeritusProgram: Expansion and improvements at Kalala Learning Village; new generator for the school.
- Haiti
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Partner Location: Haiti Adventist Hospital, Port-au-Prince
Executive Sponsors:
Dave Ottati, EVP I CEO AdventHealth West Florida Division;
Terry Owen, SVP EmeritusProgram: Continued to provide care to orphaned children through Operation Sunshine.
- Honduras
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Partner Location: Hospital Adventista Valle de Ángeles, Valle de Ángeles
Executive Sponsors:
Dr. Scott Brady, Network President I CEO Home, Urgent, and Retail Care;
Robert Paswaters, COO AdventHealth Retail CareProject: Conducted two mission trips and provided care to 2000+ people.
- Jamaica
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Partner: Andrews Memorial Hospital
Executive Sponsors:
Audrey Gregory, Ph.D., SEVP I CEO Multi-Division Delivery Network;
Michele Goeb-Burkett, SVP I CNO AdventHealth East Florida DivisionProjects: MRI and Cardiac Cath Lab—enhancing diagnostic and cardiac care.
- Kentucky
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Partner Location: AdventHealth Manchester
Executive Sponsors:
Nick Bejarano, CEO AdventHealth Manchester;
Brent Snyder, EVP Chief Information OfficerProjects: Healthy Homes - Provided wheelchair accessibility to home bound people.
- Kenya
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Partner: Kendu Adventist Hospital
Executive Sponsors:
Bill Heinrich, Regional CFO Mid-America Region;
Sissel Jacob, CEO AdventHealth LenexaProgram: Operation Sunshine—providing vital care and medication to children with sickle cell disease.
- Lesotho
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Partner: Maluti Adventist Hospital
Executive Sponsors: Mike Goebel, CEO AdventHealth Parker
Program: Helping Mothers and Babies Survive—reducing maternal and infant mortality through frontline health worker education.
- Mexico
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Partner Location: Hospital del Sureste, Villahermosa
Executive Sponsors:
Rob Deininger, EVP I CEO East Florida Division;
Rob Roy, SVP Chief Investment OfficerProgram: Patients identified with surgical needs during primary care clinics received free surgery at the end of the week.
- Nepal
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Partner: Scheer Memorial Adventist Hospital
Executive Sponsors:
Brett Spenst, CEO AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region;
Rick Dodds, CEO AdventHealth LittletonProject: CT Scanner—bringing advanced diagnostic care to underserved patients.
- Paraguay
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Partner Locations:
Sanatorio Adventista de Asunción, Asunción
Sanatorio Adventista de Hohenau, HohenauExecutive Sponsors:
Penny Johnson, CEO, Texas Health Huguley;
Kevin Roberts, CEO AdventHealth MetroplexProject: Donation of diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Peru
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Partners:
Clínica Good Hope, Lima
Clínica Americana de Juliaca, Juliaca
Clínica Adventista Ana Stahl, IquitosExecutive Sponsors:
Sam Huenergardt, CEO AdventHealth MidAmerica Region;
Mark Smith, CEO AdventHealth Avista;
Jeremy Pittman, SVP I CFO AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Region;
Brian Adams, EVP I CEO AdventHealth Central Florida Division;
Doug Hilliard, SVP I CFO AdventHealth Central Florida DivisionProgram: Helping Mothers and Babies Survive—reducing maternal and infant mortality through frontline health worker education.
- Philippines
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Partner Location: Adventist International Health System Philippines
Executive Sponsors:
Amanda Maggard, CEO AdventHealth Celebration
Doug Harcombe, CEO South Market AdventHealth Central Florida DivisionProject: Funded scholarships for top nursing students at Manila Adventist College.
- Ukraine
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Partner: Angelia Adventist Clinic
Executive Sponsors:
Todd Folkenberg, CEO AdventHealth Porter
Dima Didenko, CFO AdventHealth West Florida DivisionProject: Dental Imaging Suite—restoring smiles and health in a time of crisis.
2025 Goal: $500,000
Together, we can bring light and healing to the world.
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