10th Annual 2026 Women with Heart Luncheon
We are thrilled to announce the 10th Annual Women with Heart Luncheon!
Join us on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 for an inspiring luncheon of connection, purpose, and philanthropy in support of Volunteers in Medicine Jacksonville.
Enjoy a sampling of the photos from our 9th Annual Women with Heart event on February 5th, 2025.
The 2026 Women with Heart Honorees
Women with Heart honorees are chosen because they are committed to leadership, advocacy, and the health of our community. We are thrilled to honor these AMAZING Women on February 4, 2026!
Shannon Baum, Baptist Health
LaRae Brown, MD, UF Health
Yanira “Yaya” Cardona, City of Jacksonville
MJ Fratianni, Hunt Construction Group
Suzanne Horne, Florida Blue
Christina Monford-McNish, DMD, Tropea Dental Care
Dr. LCDR Herlena O. Washington, USN, (ret), US Navy
Hillary Whitaker, Hillary Whitaker Gallery/Consultancy
We are Excited to Announce our Dorion-Burt Heart of Gold for 2026!
The Dorion-Burt Heart of Gold is an award given by our two founders- Dottie Dorion and Dr. Jim Burt. It is given to someone who has made a legacy of contributing the health of the community. Past Winners are Delores Barr Weaver (2017), Sherry Magill (2019) of the Jessie Ball duPont Fund, Nina Waters (2020) from The Community Foundation, Davy (Davalu) Parrish (2024) and Mary Brennan McElroy (2025).
The “Heart of Jacksonville” 💕
With a $100 donation to Volunteers in Medicine, you will have a chance to win the Women with Heart "Heart of Jacksonville" S.E. Joseph Jewelers necklace. The necklace, valued at $7,000, features a custom fabricated Diamond heart pendant totally 2.12CTS in 14K white gold with 18” 1.45MM cable link 14K white gold chain.
The drawing will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the Florida Blue Conference Center. Only 150 tickets will be sold, you do not need to be present to win.
“These women are community leaders, advocates, and key influencers. Their dedication to the health and well-being of the community is vital in making real change.”
Jennifer Ryan, CEO, Volunteers in Medicine
2026 Event Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Champion Sponsor
Honor Sponsors
SHEro Sponsors
If you are interested in sponsoring, please contact Jennifer Ryan at JRyan@vimjax.org. View our sponsor flyer.
