Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation’s
Black and White Gala Committee Celebrates Five Years!
Get ‘em while they’re hot!  The Black and White Gala Committee is delighted to announce the launch of its ticket and sponsorship sales for this year’s fifth annual signature event.

It’s been five years since the Foundation sought out the talent and enthusiasm from volunteer members of our community to create a one-of-a-kind signature fundraiser for the Pembroke Regional Hospital. And wow! they did not disappoint!  These volunteers were dedicated, eager, creative - and above all - committed to improving our Hospital.  read more

In loving Memory of Mrs. Reina Moncion
The Moncion family gathered together this past Father’s Day weekend at Pembroke Regional Hospital to pay tribute to their beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Reina Moncion, who passed away February 18^th. 

The entire Moncion family have been long-time supporters of the Pembroke Regional Hospital.  In 2001, Mrs. Moncion and her husband Omer set a high standard for community involvement and with the support of the three Moncion Grocers (Pembroke, Petawawa and Riverside Markets) as well as the Great Canadian Warehouse/Thriftlodge in Petawawa, donated over $260,000 to the Building for the Community Campaign.  In 2006, the couple personally sponsored a Dialysis Station valued at $50,000.00 in support of the Dialysis Campaign and in 2007, the family rallied together, yet again, in support of our community by sponsoring a Birthing Suite valued at $75,000.00 in the Maternal/Child Care Campaign.  full press release

BMO Bank Partnership

The local branch of the BMO Bank of Montreal has announced a new partnership with the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation.  Beginning in March, for every new MasterCard application made at the Pembroke Branch of the BMO Bank of Montreal, the bank will make a $50.00 donation to the Hospital Foundation.

There are a number of different styles and options of cards to choose from - including a very colourful red maple leaf card with a “Support the Troops” ribbon - and cards are available in both Canadian and US Dollar amounts.  A US Dollar MasterCard can be very useful, particularly if you regularly purchase items online from US merchants or catalogues, travel frequently to the US, or make travel arrangements involving US airlines or hotels.

Read the full press release     View the poster

Thanks From The Bottom of Our Hearts

On February 11^th, the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation chose a Valentine’s Day themed reception to recognize and thank its many donors for their exceptional support of the Pembroke Regional Hospital and the many programs and services it offers the community.

“Thanks from the bottom of our hearts” was the message that echoed from each and every guest speaker at the evening reception held in the Rehabilitation dining room which was attended by more than 130 donors, guests, PRH staff and members of the Hospital’s management team.  Read the full press release

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