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KGH Foundation Real-time Impact Campaign Update
KELOWNA, BC, – August 14, 2024. The KGH Foundation’s largest fundraising campaign ever, Closer to Home Than You Think, has now surpassed the $26 million mark toward a $40 million goal to help fund much needed changes in local health care.
JoeAnna’s House Expansion Announced
In response to increased demand for short-term accommodations, the KGH Foundation is hoping to expand JoeAnna’s House.
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.
KGH Foundation Recognized With Highest Level of Excellence in Nonprofit Management
The KGH Foundation has earned the highly reputable Imagine Canada Accreditation, placing them among Canada’s leading nonprofit organizations.
Heart of Gold Gala Shatters Record, Raising $2 Million for Cancer Care
The KGH Foundation’s signature Heart of Gold gala raised a record breaking $2M in support of excellence and innovation in surgical oncology.
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.
Campaign Update
The Kelowna General Hospital Foundation’s Closer to Home Than You Think campaign has reached the $26 million landmark.
Plates for Parkinson’s
The KGH Foundation’s Plates for Parkinson’s raised an incredible $56,094 for brain health, right here at Kelowna General Hospital.
New Board Chair
The KGH Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Janine Karlsen as their new Board Chair for the 2024/25 fiscal year.
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.
Top Stories
Humphreys Family Gifts $1 Million to KGH for Parkinson’s Clinic
Payton and Dillon Budd Brain Health Medical Fund
Humphreys Family Gifts $1 Million to KGH for Parkinson’s Clinic
