Transforming Hope Update

LINDNER CENTER OF HOPE - April 2025

Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Transforming Hope Campaign newsletter from Lindner Center of Hope.

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our community, we’ve raised $27.5 million toward our $30 million fundraising goal. This edition highlights the incredible progress we have made together and the exciting milestones ahead—including the construction of a new medical office building and the expansion of our residential treatment services.

I’m deeply grateful for your continued partnership. Together, we are transforming lives and building a stronger future.

Michael Groat, PhD

President and CEO

MEET BEACON

The Transforming Hope Campaign's newest addition. Beacon will be helping with expansion updates through social media, emails, and our website.

Campaign Elements

Medical Office Building Features - 75,000 square feet

Conference Center
Adolescent Partial Hospital Program Expansion
Adult Partial Hospital Program Expansion
Expanding Wellness Facilities
Increase Outpatient Treatment Areas

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Residential Treatment Expansion

6 patient rooms
2 patient suites
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Expanded dining area
3 patient and family consult rooms
2 group rooms
Art Therapy room

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Endowment Funding

Endowment funding serves as a lasting financial resource that ensures the long-term strength and stability of our organization.

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Board Members L-R: Bill Butler, Frances Lindner, S. Craig Lindner, Pam Sibcy, Greg C.Postel, MD, Scott Robertson, Jon Zipperstein, Michael Groat, PhD

Things are Happening

Lindner Center of Hope will soon be able to bring world-class mental health care to more people in our region and beyond. This investment in our facility, while adding to the Center’s endowment fund will enhance treatment spaces, wellness facilities, and allow us to recruit and retain top-tier clinicians—ensuring more individuals receive the expert care they need.

$27.5 Million Raised

This achievement reflects the generosity and commitment of our community to expand access, enhance treatment, and invest in clinical excellence.

This expansion is a crucial step in strengthening mental health services, improving access to care, and ensuring that individuals and families receive the highest level of support.

The Paul E. Keck, Jr., MD

Endowed Chair for Bipolar Disorders

We are excited to share we have launched a campaign establishing an endowed fund in honor of Paul E. Keck, Jr., MD. This fund will serve as a permanent tribute to Dr. Keck’s extraordinary contributions to the field of mental health, particularly in the areas of bipolar disorder research, diagnosis, and treatment.

For over 15 years, Dr. Keck’s leadership has shaped the vision and success of Lindner Center of Hope, earning him national recognition for his work in psychiatric research and patient care. Please consider pledging to this impactful initiative. Learn more.

Group from Hemmer visited and toured LCOH 3/21/25

Lindner Center of Hope Announces Paul Hemmer Company as General Contractor for Medical Office Building

We are thrilled to partner with the Paul Hemmer Company to bring our new medical office building to life. Their expertise and commitment will help us realize a space that expands access to exceptional mental health care for our community. Together, we are advancing mental health through empathy and excellence—creating a place of hope and healing for all who walk through our doors.

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