Northwestern Medicine Names Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital Following Landmark Gift from Griffin Catalyst
The gift will support the hospital’s upcoming expansion, which includes the opening of two new pavilions in 2026, 96 additional inpatient beds, a larger Emergency Department, and enhanced cancer, cardiac, and neuroscience services.
“The extraordinary care provided at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is a reflection of the very qualities my mother has embodied throughout her life — selflessness, compassion, and an unwavering devotion to others. Our family is proud to support the remarkable team at Northwestern Medicine, whose dedication helps countless people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.”
Opened in 2018, Lake Forest Hospital blends advanced clinical capabilities with the warmth of a community hospital, caring for generations of families — including the Griffin family. “I feel so grateful to my son Ken for honoring this special place and supporting the people who make it what it is,” said Catherine Gratz Griffin. “It means the world to know that this tradition of caring will continue to touch families for generations to come.”
This gift builds on Ken’s long-standing commitment to advancing science, medicine, and community well-being — including recent support for Mount Sinai Medical Center’s Braman Comprehensive Cancer Center in Miami and other leading medical institutions nationwide.
For more information about this announcement, read the press release here.
