Meet our Patron & Board

We are proud to have Mrs Lan Le, OAM serving as the Patron of the St Andrew's Hospital Foundation since October 2021. Following seven years of service alongside her husband, The Honourable Hieu Van Le AC, during his tenure as Governor of South Australia, we were honoured when Mrs Le accepted this role.

Lan, born in Da Nang, Vietnam, arrived in Australia with her husband in 1977. She graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work from the South Australian Institute of Technology in 1985 and worked for over 30 years as a social worker and rehabilitation consultant in various Commonwealth Government departments.

Throughout her career, Lan built a deep understanding of client service delivery and team leadership. Her work was recognised with several awards, including the Australia Day Achievement Award in 1997 and the CRS Australia National Award for Excellence in 2000.

During her time as the Governor’s spouse, Lan supported more than 35 organisations as a patron and ambassador, developing meaningful relationships across the community sector. She continues to champion community wellbeing and has recently been awarded Life Membership of Palliative Care SA and Cystic Fibrosis SA. She is also an Honorary Member of the Rose Society of SA and an ambassador for both Grandparents for Grandchildren and The Memorial Hospital’s Centenary Celebration.

Lan says she is honoured to serve as Patron of the St Andrew’s Hospital Foundation as it continues its important work into its third decade. She is passionate about the Foundation’s role in supporting staff, funding advanced equipment, and contributing to the wellbeing of patients and their families. She looks forward to continuing to serve the St Andrew’s community.

The St Andrew’s Hospital Foundation Board is made up of generous individuals who volunteer their time and expertise. They’re community leaders, philanthropists, and strategic thinkers who all share a strong commitment to the Foundation’s mission. 

In line with Australian not-for-profit governance principles, the Board provides strategic oversight, ensures responsible financial stewardship, and upholds the Foundation’s mission and values.

Board members work closely with the Foundation team to attract, encourage, and honour acts of generosity. Together, they foster meaningful relationships that support the long-term success of St Andrew’s Hospital—ensuring funds are raised and directed responsibly to enhance patient care, staff development, and innovation across the Hospital.