Board of Trustees

Foundation Staff

Main Telephone Number: (732) 499-6135

Heather Hays
Vice President, Foundation and Development
Heather.Hays@rwjbh.org

Heather Hays joins the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway Foundation with two decades of experience as an Occupational Therapist before transitioning to a career in development. Heather has worked in pediatrics at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Children’s Specialized Hospital and as a Director of Rehab for the Genesis Healthcare System. Heather was the Executive Director of NJ for Autism Speaks, raising funds for autism research, advocacy, family services and awareness. “Healthcare in our country has so many economic challenges for both patient and provider and it brings me joy to connect the donor to the solution; it also teaches me genuine gratitude every day for the amazing people that live in our communities.” Heather, who lives in Westfield, is the proud mom of four young adults, Hannah 23, Samuel 21, Charley 20, and Zoe 17. Heather’s office is located next to Human Resources. She can be reached at 732-499-6223.

Laura Ciraco
Manager for Foundation Relations
Laura.Ciraco@rwjbh.org

Kathleen Demitus
Administrative Assistant
Kathleen.Demitus@rwjbh.org