Black & White Gala 2009
Going, going…almost gone!

Tickets are nearly sold out for the 4th Annual Black and White Gala in support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation. “There are still a few tickets left for the Gala,” said Marnie Stunt, Chair of the Gala Committee. “But if you want one, don’t wait!”

“We are delighted with how well sponsorships are going this year and I think people understand that supporting healthcare is even more important in tough times.”

The Black and White Gala, one of the Ottawa Valley’s premiere social events, will be held on Saturday, October 17th at the Normandy Officers’ Mess at CFB Petawawa. Proceeds go to the Pembroke Regional Hospital to enhance patient care and healthcare delivery through capital improvements, the purchase of medical equipment, and the funding of programs and services.

Ticket sales are the most visible part of the Gala, but sponsorships are where the Gala Committee really earns the most for the Foundation. Last year, the Committee raised $100,000.00, the bulk of which came from sponsorships.

“We are doing really well this year,” said Dr. Christy Natsis, Chair of the Sponsorship Committee, “but we can’t stop now! And hopefully, our regional community will continue their generosity for such a worthy cause.”

And it’s not just businesses who can become sponsors – individuals and groups can too.

“You know, it doesn’t have to be a big sponsorship, although we don’t mind that at all,” said Dr. Natsis. “Every little bit helps. Small donations add up to something very significant. September is usually when we see a real upswing in donations, and I hope that the same holds true this year.”

There are six categories for sponsorship ranging from $100-$499 all the way up to $10,000.00 or more.

For Gala tickets or more information about sponsorships, please contact Terry Daschuk, Donor Relations Coordinator for the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation, at 613-732-2811, ext. 7408 or foundation@pemreghos.org

6 Year Old Raises Money For Hospital
Philanthropy is a big word, and the idea is even bigger, but not for six-year-old Lauren McKay.

Lauren is a Grade One student at Hennan Street Public school in Petawawa and was inspired by an idea she got while in Nova Scotia this past summer. "They were selling bracelets at a local Blockbuster to help raise money for a girl who needed help with treatment at the Hospital," said Lauren. Once they moved to Petawawa, Lauren raised the topic again with her mom and it was then that Lauren's mom knew she needed to help foster this idea. So, with the help of her proud parents, Lisa and Donnie McKay, friends, family members and neighbours, the young philanthropist held a garage sale in Petawawa on Saturday, September 12th and raised $300.00 for the Pembroke Regional Hospital through sales and cash donations.

"It touched my heart when Lauren's mom called to let us know Lauren had raised this money for our Hospital," said Terry Daschuk, Donor Relations Coordinator at Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation. "As a parent myself, I think it's so important for us to nurture these ideas in our children, through our own actions, and teach them the importance of helping others and giving back to the community,"

Lauren's parents said they chose the Pembroke Regional Hospital because they knew the money raised by Lauren would stay in our local community. The money Lauren raised will be directed to the purchasing of medical equipment and the funding of programs and services at Pembroke Regional Hospital.

To find out more on how you can help support the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation, please contact Terry Daschuk, Donor Relations Coordinator at 613-732-2811 ext. 7408 or foundation@pemreghos.org

NEW PRH Payroll Deduction Program
The Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation supports programs and services integral to the advancement of health care in our community by raising, managing, and distributing funds to the Pembroke Regional Hospital. 

Funds support the purchase of equipment and the development of services which provide opportunities for the Hospital to grow and expand with the demand of our region.

Each donation is valuable! For as little as the price of a cup of coffee per pay, you can make a difference in the life of a friend, neighbour, or family member!

Please consider joining the Payroll Deduction Program – together we can make a difference!

If you are a PRH employee, and would like to join the Foundation’s Payroll Deduction Program, please click here!

Donor Wall of Recognition
All donors with accumulated contributions of $5,000 or more will be recognized on the “Donor Wall”.  A category plaque bearing the name of the individual, family, organization or corporation will appear at the appropriate category corresponding with the total accumulated pledge. The Donor Wall is located prominently in Tower B, across from the Mural Café, and will serve as a permanent reminder of those who have provided generous support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation.

CRA website for donors: www.cra.gc.ca/donors