Announcing CEO Change for Centerstone’s Foundation
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Centerstone’s Foundation is proud to announce that our Board of Directors has unanimously selected Jana Greig as CEO, with the intent for her to assume the role starting March 1. Ramona Rhodes will become CEO Emeritus on that date till her retirement in June 2026.
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Thank you, Ramona, Our Retiring CEO
Ramona, who has led the Foundation as CEO since 2018, will retire after more than 35 years of dedicated service to Centerstone.
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Ramona has established a strong vision and strategy that has guided the team to raise more than $50 million in support of our mission, engaging more than 7,000 new donors, and growing national and major donor support. She’s led the growth of many of Centerstone’s signature events, like the Life;Story 5K/10K races, Reclaiming Lives Luncheon, and Fairway to Recovery. Ramona has also led significant capital campaigns, including the current $18 million initiative supporting Centerstone’s Military Services and Simulation Training Center.
We are grateful for Ramona’s leadership, creativity, and commitment to our mission, which has left an enduring impact on Centerstone.
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Meet Jana, Our New CEO
She is a seasoned leader with a proven track record in philanthropy, brand strategy, marketing, and stakeholder engagement. Her achievements have been recognized through honors such as Springfield Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 (2024) and Most Influential Women (2025). In addition, she serves as Vice Chair of the Board for Leadership Springfield and as a member of the Advisory Board for Adult & Teen Challenge USA.
“Jana’s leadership, vision, and passion for advancing behavioral health will ensure that Centerstone’s Foundation continues to grow as a vital force for good,” said David C. Guth, Jr., CEO of Centerstone. “She brings not only expertise, but also a deep commitment to making mental health care accessible, effective, and sustainable for generations to come.”
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“I’m honored and grateful for the opportunity to lead Centerstone’s Foundation into its next chapter,” said Greig. “Philanthropy is where possibility meets progress. It opens doors to care today while driving the research and innovation that will shape tomorrow. Together with our donors, team members, and partners, we’ll keep building a future where everyone can access the help they need.”
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Providing Essential Assistance to Your Community with CARES
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Ava was in an abusive situation, but was finally able to get out of that situation and obtain a place of her own. One of her enjoyments/coping skills was doing artwork of either adult coloring books, or acrylic painting. However, her ex-partner destroyed all of her art supplies and put his fist through her paintings. To help her continue to heal, gifts made to the CARES Fund allowed her care team to provide her with painting supplies so she could begin to create new artwork projects.
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Evan, who had an unforeseen traumatic event in 2023, has been unable to maintain consistent employment due to symptoms of PTSD, and a lack of community and family support. Since then, he has maintained temporary employment doing daily labor jobs, door dash, and is actively seeking out a new career path as an automotive technician. His care team utilized CARES funds to help Evan fix his car and removed the transportation barrier so he could continue to focus on his treatment.
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To assist in removing barriers and provide services outside of mental health services, Centerstone created a fund called CARES, which is an acronym for Client Assistance and Relief for Essential Supports. The CARES Fund is a donor-funded designation that provides direct urgent temporary assistance to improve social drivers of health for individual clients that, without assistance, would negatively impact the success of their treatment and recovery.
Imagine a community where each person, regardless of their circumstances, can find the support they seek—your generous contributions bring this vision closer to reality.Â
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Your support could provide:
- Payment for Medication
- Basic Living Necessities
- Transportation
- Utility Assistance and other Housing Assistance
- Bed Frames and/or Mattresses
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March 24
Nashville, Tennessee
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Please join us for the 11th Annual Reclaiming Lives Luncheon! Led by event co-chairs Julie and Adam Dretler, this elegant afternoon brings supporters together for an inspiring program. This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. John Delony, a nationally renowned speaker, bestselling author, and counselor. Funds raised through this event will support Centerstone’s programs and the members of the community who need our critical mental health services the most.
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Our 2nd Annual golf tournament, led by event chair Keith O’Neill, promises to be a day of friendly competition and will raise funds to will support Centerstone’s recovery services. Whether you’re there to perfect your game, connect with friends and colleagues, or support an important cause, golfers of all skill levels are welcome. We look forward to seeing you on the greens and making a positive impact on our community, together!
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Thank You to Our Community
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Your love and support
of Centerstone
is greatly appreciated!
Your generosity helps
heal minds and hearts –
and that’s worth more than gold.
Thank you!
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We are especially grateful to the following funders, who collectively have provided over $689,000 recently to support client care.

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Alton Woman’s Home Association will support the needs of women and children in Madison County, Illinois.
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Ameren Illinois will support the needs of children and families in Illinois.
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Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation will support school-based mental health services for children in Crawford County, Indiana.
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Boeing Global Engagement will support clients receiving military services in Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
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Brown County Drug Free Coalition will support the needs of clients in Brown County, Indiana.
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Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County will support the transportation needs of clients receiving services through Mobile Crisis and the Stride Center.
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CoreCivic Foundation will support mental health services for children in Middle Tennessee.
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Gulf Coast Community Foundation will support the Behavioral Response and Community Engagement (BRACE) program in Venice, Florida.
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Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation will support mental health services for clients receiving care at our Cohen Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Johnson County Community Foundation will support the needs of clients in Johnson County, Indiana.
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Meridian Health will support clients receiving services through the Pathways Program in Franklin, Illinois.
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Middle Tennessee Electric SharingChange will support school-based mental health services for children in Rutherford and Wilson Counties in Tennessee.
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Regmark Foundation will support clients receiving services through the Florida Assertive Community Treatment program.
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The Memorial Foundation will support clients receiving military services in Robertson, Davidson, and Sumner Counties.
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The Schooner Foundation will support clients receiving services through the psychosocial program in Middle Tennessee.
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Vigran Family Foundation will support the needs of clients in Wayne County, Indiana.
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