JCF Hospital Foundation Welcomes Steven Indendi To Board

By: Sierra News Posted On: February 11, 2026 View: 4

Mariposa, CA – The John C. Fremont Hospital Foundation has announced the addition of Steven Indendi to its board of directors.

Steve Indendi, newest JCF Hospital Foundation Boad Member — Steven Indendi recently joined the John C. Fremont Hospital Foundation board.

Indendi brings extensive experience as a registered nurse, with a master’s degree in nursing education and a career spanning multiple clinical settings, including skilled nursing, psychiatric care, and hospital emergency and intensive care units. His leadership experience includes guiding teams through Joint Commission accreditation, the premier U.S. healthcare accrediting body that evaluates more than 22,000 organizations and programs on patient safety, quality of care, and infection control.

Beyond his professional work, Indendi has also served the community as a volunteer with Mariposa County Fire.

“I have joined the Foundation board because I want to be a part of a great team with the mission to support the Healthcare District,” Indendi said. “We have an incredible District that is vital to this community and all of the visitors who pass through. I want to support the District so it can continue for years to come.”

Heather Bernikoff, Hospital Foundation President, praised Indendi’s appointment:
“Not only does Steve bring experience from a number of clinical settings and geographic locations as a member of the John C. Fremont Healthcare District team, his addition continues to strengthen the Foundation’s ties to District staff, a key demographic the Foundation serves. His knowledge of various departments will help the Foundation serve this constituency and add value as we build a capital campaign in support of the new hospital.”

The Foundation is currently seeking additional board members to broaden its expertise. Individuals with experience in finance, legal, graphic design, major gifts, events, or fundraising, and a passion for supporting healthcare in Mariposa County, are encouraged to reach out at admin@jcfhospitalfoundation.org or (209) 966-1166. More information is available on the Foundation’s website: jcfhospitalfoundation.org.

The JCF Hospital Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has spent more than 40 years strengthening the rural communities of the John C. Fremont Healthcare District through partnership and philanthropy.

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Those wishing to financially support the Healthcare District through the Foundation can send a check to JCFHF, PO Box 1093, Mariposa, CA 95338, or donate online at secure.qgiv.com/for/jcfhospitalfoundation. Donations are tax-deductible.