Who We Are
Rooted in Legacy, Focused on Community
Skaggs Foundation was established in 2002 as the primary funding source for Skaggs Regional Medical Center. When the hospital merged with CoxHealth in 2013, the Foundation’s Board of Directors chose to retain the Skaggs name—preserving a legacy of philanthropy that began with the founding of the area’s first hospital in 1950.
Investing in Health and Wellness
Thanks to the continued generosity of our community, Skaggs Foundation remains committed to improving the health and wellness of residents in Stone and Taney counties. We fund patient care programs, support improvement projects at the Branson hospital, provide scholarships to local students, and impact thousands of lives annually through our community grantmaking initiative, the Skaggs Legacy Endowment.
Looking Ahead
As an independent nonprofit, Skaggs Foundation strives to be a catalyst for meaningful change. We envision a thriving, united community where every individual has access to the resources they need to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. By fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and investing in impactful solutions, we are building a stronger future for generations to come.
Meet The Skaggs Team

MEGHAN CONNELL
President
417.348.8002
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NYSSA BERHORST
Skaggs Legacy Grant Administrator
417.335.7340
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GRACE NASH
Program Coordinator
417.348.8998
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Meet The Board
Steve Scherer- Chairperson
Becky Roberts – Vice Chairperson
Randy Brashers – Secretary & Treasurer
BOARD MEMBERS
Tracey Williams
Cox Medical Center Branson
David Arney
Ollis/Akers/Arney
Kate Trokey-Harris
Cantwell, Smith & Trokey
Brenda Romine
Retired
Tim Shafer
White River Valley Electric Cooperative
Lyndi Carnelison
Branson Bank
Glenn Schulz
Branson Alderman
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
Matt Turner
Cox Health VP of Operations
Laura Rodseth
Cox Health Director of Nursing
William Mahoney
Cox Medical Center Branson President & CEO
Brad Swofford
Cox Medical Center Branson Member at Large
Trina Hargis
CHG, VP of Nursing