School of Medicine

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Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is at the forefront of medical education, training the healthcare leaders of tomorrow and improving the wellbeing of our community through engagement and research—and it’s all thanks to support from donors like you.

Case Western Reserve University has been instrumental in developing technologies and drug discovery programs and, with any additional funding I can provide, I believe I am driving research forward.”

Paige Cramer Lacatena (GRS '12, neurosciences)

Your gift to Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine's Catalytic Fund (our annual fund) helps provide an outstanding student experience by supporting:

  • student scholarships,
  • recruitment and retention of a world-class faculty,
  • interprofessional collaboration opportunities,
  • innovative research programs,
  • community engagement initiatives, and much more.

Make Your Gift To CWRU School Of Medicine Today

Funding opportunities

The logo reads "Catalytic Fund" inside the CWRU rectangle with open upper right corner. Underneath it says "The School of Medicine Annual Fund"

Annual giving

Beyond supporting the operating budget, a gift to the Catalytic Fund at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine to stay on the forefront of medical education by consistently upgrading teaching tools and student resources.

Tribute gifts

Celebrate an achievement or honor a legacy with a tribute gift to the School of Medicine. Designate your online donation as an honorary or memorial gift to make a difference today, or establish an endowed fund that will have a lasting impact.

Scholarships

Scholarships are essential to recruiting a diverse class of the most qualified students to Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, regardless of financial circumstances.

Planned gifts

Strategic or planned giving offers simple but powerful vehicles with which to invest in the future of CWRU School of Medicine. Our staff are ready to partner with you and your advisors to find a plan that meets your personal and philanthropic goals.

Endowed professorships and funds

From funding academic awards and experiential learning opportunities to named professorships that propel innovation and research, endowment support is critical to sustaining and growing the study of medicine at Case Western Reserve University.

Strategic Events

Ticketed annual fundraising events offer engaging opportunities to support School of Medicine programs. We also are pleased to partner with you to plan your own fundraiser! Learn more about strategic events.

An outstanding medical education

#24
medical school for research (all rankings by U.S. News & World Report)
#17
pediatric program
#28
biostatistics program

Contact us

  • Lindsey Whitling

    Senior Associate Vice President of Health Sciences Development
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: lmw75@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.1664

  • Dena Adler

    Director of Regional Development

    Email: dmr5@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.3794

  • Sean Arras

    Assistant Director of Foundation Relations
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: sxa1216@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.0011

  • Julie Austin

    Executive Director of Community Health Development
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: jsa26@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.4525

  • Kate Bame

    Senior Director of Development
    Center for Cancer Stem Cell Research
    School of Medicine

    Email: kate.bame@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.6908

  • Josh Bastian

    Coordinator of Medical Development
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: jab545@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.3106

  • Sheila Evensen

    Senior Director of Alumni Relations and Outreach
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: saa14@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.3501

  • Laura Fegan

    Senior Director of Foundation Relations and Special Projects
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Dental Medicine

    Email: lxf253@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.3355

  • Lindsay Fullerton, PhD

    Senior Director of Foundation Relations and Strategic Projects
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: lxf215@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.0922

  • Mary Garrity

    Senior Director of Biomedical and Translational Sciences Development
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: mgm16@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.5851

  • Eric Hayes

    Manager of Special Events and Student Affairs Events
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: exh432@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.0341

  • Anne Hodge

    Senior Director for Community Health Development

    Email: axh1027@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.5426

  • Annie Howell

    Director of Donor Engagement
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: axs1965@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.4996

  • Megan Juby

    Senior Director of Major Gifts
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: mxj231@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.1191

  • Jennifer Keller

    Development Manager
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: jxk1127@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.6164

  • Jay Klein

    Director of Regional Development
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: jxk1338@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.0516

  • Emily Korona-Luscher

    Director for Biomedical and Translational Sciences

    Email: exk540@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.1598

  • Kathy Malone

    Manager of Development and Special Events
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: kwm4@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.3109

  • Jordan Martin

    Grants and Contracts Specialist
    Pre-Award Services and Agreements
    School of Medicine

    Email: jxm1271@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.0415

  • Rebecca Mason, MA, CNM

    Executive Director for Development Programs
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: rxm102@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.3635

  • Heather McNally

    Senior Director of Strategic Events
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: hxm386@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.5853

  • Tamara Mora, MBA

    Executive Director of Biomedical and Translational Sciences Development
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: tcm78@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.5281

  • Maureen Purcell

    Senior Director of Development Programs
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: mxp439@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.1310

  • Cynthia Rahn, MBA

    Executive Director for Strategic Initiatives and Operations
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: clr30@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.2285

  • Kristy Short

    Executive Director of Medical Development
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: kxs783@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.0768

  • Colleen Sporar, MNO

    Senior Director of Annual and Special Giving
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: axh228@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.6165

  • Laura Stegman

    Coordinator of Alumni Relations and External Affairs
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: lxs797@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.2574

  • Ernest Timbs

    Senior Director of Donor Engagement
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: ext175@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.3813

  • Hannah "Nic" Wood

    Department Assistant 4
    Office of Development and Alumni Relations
    School of Medicine

    Email: hnw8@case.edu

    Phone: 216.368.5203