Foundation News

Executive Director of the National Trail of Tears Association Troy Wayne Poteete will be Guest Speaker for 14th Annual Hospital Foundation Gala

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The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation is proud to announce that Troy Wayne Poteete, Executive Director of the National Trail of Tears Association, will be the distinguished guest speaker for the 14th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala on June 21, 2025. A Cherokee Nation citizen and lifelong advocate for the preservation of Cherokee history, Mr. Poteete … Continued

Mistee Cutshaw Named 2025 Recipient of Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation’s Lula Owl Gloyne Award

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The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation is honored to announce Mistee Cutshaw as the recipient of this year’s Lula Owl Gloyne Award, recognizing her remarkable dedication and contributions to healthcare within the Cherokee community. Mistee has devoted her career to caring for others, exemplifying the very essence of a compassionate and skilled nurse. “Mistee embodies the … Continued

Celebrate Giving Tuesday by Supporting the Carmaleta Monteith Endowment Fund

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This Giving Tuesday, the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation (CIHF) invites you to join a transformative effort to support the well-being of our community through the Carmaleta Monteith Endowment Fund. Established through the North Carolina Community Foundation, this endowment will provide ongoing financial support for hospital employees, helping them achieve their dreams of advancing in the … Continued

Santa’s Mailbox Returns to Cherokee Indian Hospital on December 2

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  The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation is excited to announce the return of Santa’s special mailbox on Monday, December 2, spreading holiday cheer and magic throughout the community. From December 2 through December 18, Santa’s mailbox will be stationed in front of Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority’s Primary Care entrance, conveniently located near the outdoor children’s … Continued

Cherokee Central School students create custom vases for guests of 13th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala

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Cherokee Central Schools art students painted individual vases to be given to guests of the 13th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala scheduled for June 15. This year’s sold-out event will bring 700 guests together at the Cherokee Casino Resort to raise funds to support the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation. Each personalized vase is custom … Continued

Marvel’s first Indigenous actress, Alaqua Cox, announced as guest speaker of Cherokee Hospital Foundation Gala

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The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation is excited to announce that the guest speaker for the 13th annual Gala will be Marvel Universes’ first Indigenous superhero, Alaqua Cox. The sold-out gala, a key annual event in supporting the mission of Cherokee Indian Hospital, will be held June 15 at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and Resort. Alaqua Cox, … Continued

Susan Crowe, Manager of CIHA Eye Clinic, Receives 2023 Lula Owl Gloyne Person of Excellence Award

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The Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation proudly announces Susan Crowe, Manager of the CIHA Eye Clinic, as the recipient of the 2023 Lula Owl Gloyne Person of Excellence Award. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals whose outstanding contributions have significantly enhanced healthcare within the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). Susan Crowe’s journey at the Cherokee Indian … Continued

2024 Hospital Gala Nearly Sold Out!

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I wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support of the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation (CIHF). Your generosity and dedication have made a significant impact on the well-being of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians. As of March 1, we are excited to announce that individual ticket and … Continued

Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Announces Beneficiary of 13th Annual Gala: Pediatric Mental Health Resources

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We are thrilled to announce that the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation’s 13th Annual Gala will benefit services and programs who serve the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians and are dedicated to providing pediatric mental health resources in Western North Carolina. This decision comes in response to the urgent need for enhanced mental health support … Continued