The Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation is bringing back a popular fundraiser at the end of the month.
The Giving Cruise Night will return on July 31, held in partnership with Kincardine Cruise Night. This year is being kicked off with a major donation from two Kincardine families. Wayne and Janet Palmateer and Dotty McClelland have each contributed $25,000, creating a combined $50,000 match for the community to unlock.
The community is being encouraged to give what they can to the fundraiser on July 31, with a number of ways to contribute. People can donate online all day on the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation website (https://www.kincardinefoundation.ca/ways-to-give/make-a-donation), in person from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Giving Cruise Day tent in front of HuronTel.
Money raised will go toward the ongoing $18 million campaign for the community portion of the expansion at the hospital and the new MRI suite.
Cheques, (payable to Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation), cash, and credit cards are accepted. Tax receipts will be provided for all donations of $20 or greater. Donations can also be pledged over time.
Community members who would like to learn more about supporting the campaign can contact: Mark Womack, Capital Campaign Manager 519-396-3331 ext. 4335 or [email protected].
"The Palmateer and McClelland families care deeply about keeping health care strong close to home, and their generosity is giving this campaign a real lift," said Becky Fair, President of the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation. "We are now incredibly close to reaching our $18 million community share for the hospital expansion and MRI — a goal that reflects years of dedication from donors across our region. Giving Cruise Day is an important moment in this journey. It’s a day where the local community comes together, and every gift helps push us closer to the finish line. With this $50,000 match, every dollar donated on July 31 will be doubled, creating an even greater impact for health care in our community."
