Donor & Impact Stories
Anida’s Gift
KELOWNA, BC, – February 20, 2026. Guided by a shared desire to turn loss into lasting good, Andia and Mark Johnson knew they wanted to create meaningful change at KGH.
Anida’s Gift
Guided by a shared desire to turn loss into lasting good, Andia and Mark Johnson knew they wanted to create meaningful change at KGH.
Holiday Giving to KGH Funds Items on Hospital Wish List
Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) received a big boost this holiday season, thanks to an incredible $673,149 and 1,019 gifts from the community.
Giving More Through Securities
Brian and Jan switched up their donation strategy, and now they’re increasing their impact and improving their personal finances.
Quiet Moments Make All the Difference
Over five years since opening its doors, JoeAnna’s House reveals that healing often happens beyond the operating room and beyond the hospital walls.
Bringing Women’s Cancer Surgery to KGH
The Gynecologic Oncology Surgical Program celebrates one year in operation, bringing women’s cancer surgery closer to home.
Campaign Update | Closer to Home Than You Think
We’ve reached 78% of our $40 million goal in our most ambitious fundraising campaign. The Closer to Home update is here.
Investing in the Human Side of Health Care
In the face of growing health care demands, supporting the recruitment and training of skilled physicians has never been more critical.
Featured Projects 2025
Take a look at some of the featured projects from 24/25 aimed at enhancing hospital and community services.
Donor Dollars Power AI Breakthrough
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the globe—and thanks to our donors, it’s now transforming lives at KGH.
Her Last Wish, My Greatest Honour
When Nancy Green passed away, her close friend OJ Taylor held the role of Executor for her will. OJ shared the meaningful experience with us.
Transforming Diabetes Care
An innovative initiative to support Type 1 diabetes made possible by donors is transforming care for children across the region.
New Horizons
Thanks to an innovative program at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH), dialysis is evolving into something more engaging and uplifting.
Grateful is Our Word for Thank You
Harriette and Shonu Ghosh’s story demonstrates how donor funded equipment can create a ripple effect of generosity through patients.
The True Spirit of the Season
The true magic in the holiday’s often lies in the simple act of giving back. Discover how one family embraces that tradition.
Central Monitoring System
Central Monitoring Systems help streamline hospital care by displaying essential patient data in one central location.
Featured Projects
Take a look at some of the featured projects from 23/24 aimed at enhancing community health through prevention and innovation.
Matthew Huff’s Full-Circle Story
Matthew Huff, a father of three, had a full circle moment when he ended up in the cardiac suite he had helped support.
JoeAnna’s House Anniversary
It’s hard to believe it’s been five years since JoeAnna’s House opened its doors, to help keep families together when they need it most.
Partnering with KCR
The KGH Foundation is partnering with Kelowna Community Resources to enhance mental health care in our community.
Donor Spotlight: Glen Jackson
Glen Jackson is a Board Director, Chair of the Finance Committee and monthly supporter of the KGH Foundation.
Donor Advised Funds
The Johnson’s chose to make their gift in perpetuity as it spoke to their fundamental desire to help as many people as possible.
Taking Stock of Your Donations
When most people think about donating to a charity, they often think of donating cash. But there are other ways to donate, including stock.
Take Stock & Transform Health Care at KGH
While we are all dealing with tax season, it’s never too early to consider ways to reduce or eliminate taxes.
Philanthropy is for Everyone
Supporting your community can take many forms. And philanthropy – the love of humankind – is one way to affect change.
Will Power
A gift in a Will can turn that ordinary Canadian into an extraordinary philanthropist. Consider a gift in your will, today.
Will Planning
Life is full of changes. Such shifts prompt us to think about the future. That’s where Will planning comes in.
From Crisis to Connection
Young people are leading the way in advocating for and impacting mental health care, right here in the Southern Interior.
Matters of the Heart
Dan Colbeck, aged 40 ,had just finished a mountain bike ride. Something didn’t feel right. And his chest hurt.
A Gorman Family Connection
Carol Gorman kept her father’s vision for cancer care fueled by adding to his endowment at Kelowna General Hospital.
Holiday Giving to KGH Saves Lives
Donations to Kelowna General Hospital over the holidays are funding a critical patient transport program and savings lives.
Humphreys Family Gifts $1 Million to KGH for Parkinson’s Clinic
The Humphreys family has made an tremendously generous gift of $1 million to Dr. Wile’s Movement Disorder Clinic at KGH.
Brooklyn’s Story
Get to know Brooklyn and her story; the face of the Celebrate the Miracles seasonal campaign at the KGH Foundation.
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Anida’s Gift
Humphreys Family Gifts $1 Million to KGH for Parkinson’s Clinic
Anida’s Gift
Humphreys Family Gifts $1 Million to KGH for Parkinson’s Clinic