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Heart of Gold Gala Raises Over $1 Million for Emergency Care at KGH

KELOWNA, BC, September 13, 2026 – More than $1 million was raised for emergency care at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) at the KGH Foundation’s signature Heart of Gold gala Saturday night. Held at the historic Tolko Mill site in downtown Kelowna, the event inspired an extraordinary show of community support for the second busiest emergency department in British Columbia.

Heart of Gold Gala Raises Over $1 Million

Milestone event also brings the KGH Foundation’s $40 million Closer to Home Than You Think campaign to an extraordinary close.

JoeAnna’s House Family Picnic Postponed Due to Poor Air Quality

In response to poor air quality caused by ongoing wildfires in the region, JoeAnna’s House Family Picnic on Saturday, August 22 is postponed.

Gather for Good

Help keep families close when they need it most at the first-ever JoeAnna’s House Family Picnic, taking place Saturday, August 22, 2026!

Heart of BC Returns for the Summer

What better way to celebrate BC day than with the return of the Southern Interior’s biggest 50/50 – the Heart of BC 50/50 Lottery.

KGH Foundation Leadership Announcement

KGH Foundation CEO Allison Young announces retirement after a decade of transformational leadership, concluding 22 years in non profit.

Roberta Fidalgo named Board Chair, KGH Foundation Welcomes New Directors

The KGH Foundation has announced the appointment of Roberta Fidalgo as Chair of its Board of Directors, ushering in a new chapter.

Historic KGH Day of Giving Raises Over $2.5 Million for Emergency Care

For the first time since its inception, the community raised an extraordinary $2,533,995.17 in support of Emergency Care at KGH.

A Decade of Day of Giving

KGH Foundation’s Day of Giving will celebrate a major milestone while rallying the community to raise funds for KGH’s Emergency Department.

KGH Foundation Announces $2.5 Million Campaign for KGH Emergency Department

The KGH Foundation is aiming to raise $2.5 million to support targeted improvements to the Emergency Department at Kelowna General Hospital.

The Heart of BC 50/50 Lottery Returns This Valentine’s Day – Fall in Love with a Jackpot Over $250,000!

The Heart of BC 50/50 returns for its third iteration to change one lucky winner’s life and build healthier communities.

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.

JoeAnna’s House Winter Wonderland Wish List Raises over $76,000!

JoeAnna’s House first-ever Winter Wonderland Wish List, a month-long holiday initiative raised over $76,000

Over $170,000 Raised at Parade with a Purpose

Thousands of attendees joined Parade with a Purpose, donating $170,236 to youth mental health programs through the KGH Foundation.

Rutland Thrift closes it’s doors, and leaves a lasting legacy

After an incredible 61-year legacy, Rutland Thrift will be closing its doors on December 12.

KGH Foundation Recognized by Industry for High Performance

For the second consecutive year, the KGH Foundation has been recognized as one of the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy’s (AHP) High Performers in the 2025 Report on Giving. ⁠