Special Events

Donation to Grace Hill

St. Louis, MO July 2008

“The photographs donated to Grace Hill by Healing Photo Arts and Elaine Poggi have made such a difference in the appearance of our dental and social services departments. Elaine understands the deep rooted connection between Mind and Body and her breathtaking photographs have transformed many of our drab walls and made our patient ‘waiting’ experience more pleasant. Over 90% of Grace Hill’s patients live below 100% of the poverty level and survival is a daily struggle. Our patients come to us troubled and in pain, and we are so grateful at this opportunity to provide services in the serene and beautiful atmosphere created by these photographs.  We are grateful to Healing Photo Arts and Elaine Poggi for this wonderful gift to Grace Hill.”

Villie M. Appoo, Executive Vice President

“The social services waiting room has been completely transformed by the photographs donated by Healing Photo Arts and I have heard so many positive comments from our patients. One of our counselors came to work the day after we had hung up these photographs. He walked into his office, then immediately walked out again with a puzzled look on his face, stating that “this place looks different”.  We love how these photographs have transformed our work space.”

Veronica Richardson, Director of Quality Improvement

Donation to La Clinica

St. Louis, MO, July 2008

"Thank you again for your donation of art. It means so much to us at the clinic to have these hanging in the building... Just imagine the surprise of the patients and staff to come in and see these beautiful pieces hanging on our walls after you donated them! It livens up the clinic, waiting room and offices far more than you could ever imagine. Thank you for brightening up our organization and supporting our mission in providing health care to the underserved."

Becca Castaneda, Director of Development
La Clinica/ The Institute for Family Medicine

Presentation at Centralia Rotary Club

Centralia, IL, July 2008

High school students from The Overlake School in Redmond, Washington

arranged to have photographs placed in the Pailin Hospital in Cambodia.

Pailin, Cambodia, April 2008

“In April 2008, students from the Overlake School in Redmond, Washington travelled to Pailin, Cambodia, to teach at an elementary school the Overlake community had built in 2003. While in Pailin, students also installed 10 photographs by Elaine Poggi of the Foundation for Photo/Art in Hospitals in the local Pailin hospital. The students toured the various wards, and visited with the Director of the hospital who identified areas in the hospital to hang the pictures. The Pailin hospital project provided them with insight into third world health care. The students were delighted to be able to bring the beautiful photographs to brighten the environment of the hospital.”

Francisco Grijalva, Overlake’s Head of School
Redmond, Washington

Elaine with Sveva Sagramola, commentator for RAI 3 Italian National TV,

during an interview for the program "Cose dell'Altro Geo."

Rome, Italy, April 2008

Presentation at Lebanon Rotary Club

Lebanon, IL, Nov. 2007

"Street Fair" sponsored by the American Consulate

Photos were donated to Dynamo Camp Infirmary - A Hole in the Wall Camp

Florence, Italy, September 2007

Donation Ceremony at Kanto Chuo Hospital

Tokyo, Japan, July 2007

“I am pleased to inform you in addition to Silvia's report that Donation Ceremony of your Photo/Art to Dr. Ohno was solemnly conducted at 10:30 am of July 7, 2007 in his hospital named Kanto Chuo General Hospital in Tokyo with the attendants of Dr. Ohno, Mrs. Ohno, Mr. Numajiri (Hospital Manager), Giorgio, Silvia, Yoko and myself.  They were excited at the photos that you sent. They actually already had spoken to all the sections within the hospital before photos arrived were photos are required. I am sure by now that all the photos are now booked to be delivered to where or which section.  The hospital has made Letter of Appreciation addressed to Elaine Poggi and Silvia received it on your behalf…  It was indeed nice moment to attend the Ceremony and my understanding about your activity is now deepened further.  Elaine, thank you very much for your donation and with our very best regards.”

Tommy Endo

Tokyo, Japan

Presentation of Italian Research Project at the 8th Corso di Formazione Teorico Esperienziale in Psiconcologia

Perugia, Italy, May 2007

Presentation at Tenafly Rotary Club

Tenafly, NJ, June 2006

Dedication of photos at Centralia Cancer Center

Centralia, IL,  September 2005

Exhibition and presentation at the General Meeting of the Carbondale Hospital Auxiliary

Carbondale, IL, September 2005

KETC Channel 9 PBS TV interview by Ruth Ezell, “Living St. Louis"
St. Louis, MO, June 2005

“I thought the TV program was wonderful and it brought tears to my eyes. Even though I knew about the foundation and how it came about, it really showed how personal it is to you and how it is all about giving! It is wonderful that you can take your gift as a photographer and share it with so many people when they need it the most. It is also wonderful how you were able use your experience of losing your mother as a way to help others. She would be very proud of you!”

Jenny Van Middendorp, Collinsville, IL

IX National Oncology Conference Photo Exhibition
Florence, Italy, December 2004

UIC Fundraising Event, "An Evening in Tuscany,"

Auction of donated photo of Tuscany
Chicago, IL, October 2004

“The Gala was a tremendous success. Your splendid photo created the right impression on our invitation. The original was purchased by the hospital and will be on display in our new liver clinic, the unit that benefited from the Gala. In any case, your work made a difference. Many thanks!” 

Howard B.Newman, JD, Associate Dean for Development

University of Illinois College of Medicine

Chicago, IL

VI AIOM Italian National Cancer Convention Photo Exhibition
Bologna, Italy, September 2004

Roses Sushi Bar and Art Gallery Yorkie Exhibition and Reception
Florence, Italy, June to August 2004

Misselhorn Art Museum Exhibition and Reception

One hundred photos were on display from Elaine Poggi’s hospital art collection

Sparta, IL, May to September 2004

Rotary District Convention Keynote Speaker and Photo Exhibition
Rend Lake, IL, April 2004

St. James Church Art Show and Reception
Florence, Italy, December 2003 to January 2004

Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea Photo Exhibition
Florence, Italy, December 2003

V AIOM Italian National Cancer Convention

Keynote Speaker and Photo Exhibition

Rome, Italy, October 2003

UIC Orientation for 1st year Medical Students Keynote Speaker

Reception for Photo Exhibition
Chicago, IL, August 2003

Sparta Community Hospital Dedication of Photo Display
Sparta, IL, April 2002