Tree of Life Campaign 2009

Tree of Life Campaign 2009 

Believe it or not, it’s that time of year again. Christmas is just around the corner and the Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation is hoping to light up the night again with our annual Tree of Life Campaign.

Our supporters have always been very generous when it comes to out Tree of Life campaign and we hope that we can count on your continued support. There is something magical about the Christmas season that brings out the best in people and we appreciate every bit of generosity that you send our way.

A bulb can be lit for as little as a $10.00 donation. All proceeds go towards the Hospital Foundation as we continue to financially support the capital needs of your hospital, which would otherwise be unattainable. Remember a loved one by brightening the tree or contribute just because it feels good to do so.

The Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation is a life line between you and your hospital and the needs are ongoing. New technology ages in dog years with equipment quickly becoming obsolete as it is replaced by bigger, better, faster and necessary equipment. This equipment is necessary in order to continue to provide the quality care patients deserve and have come to expect. The daily workings of your hospital create a need to constantly maintain and improve its interior.

Your generosity has an important impact on all those who walk through the doors. We hope you are able to help us reach our goals by making our Tree of Life shine brighter than ever before.

Thank you for helping your hospital help you!

Come Sail with us on the Ahoy Autumn!

For more information call the Hospital Foundation at 468-9861 ext. 2469.

Fire Fighters Come to the Foundations Rescue

The Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation (LWDHF) was pleased to receive a $1,300 donation from the Kenora Professional Fire Fighters Association (KPFFA).  

The donation was a direct result of ticket sales from ‘The Magic of Sam Pearce’, which was held in May with over 400 people in attendance. A total of $7786.75 has now been raised for the Hospital Foundation since the inception of this annual magic show. 

The contribution will be used for the Healthy Hospital, Healthy Community campaign which has a fundraising target of $490,000. The project includes roof repairs, improvements to the communication system, surgical suite renovations and medical gas delivery upgrades. The total project has a $4.9 million dollar price tag but the Ministry of Health has approved funding for only 90% of the costs. It is up to the community to raise the remaining 10%. For every dollar generated in Kenora, $9 more is leveraged from the province. The $1,300 gift actually results in $13,000 for the hospital.

The Hospital Foundation would like to thank the Kenora Professional Fire Fighters Association for their ongoing committment.

Over $39,000 Raised at 13TH Annual Charity Golf Classic

Over 120 eager golfers from all over Canada turned out at the Kenora Golf and Country Club on July 30, 2009 to participate in the 13th Annual MNP/Hospital Foundation Charity Golf Classic in support of Lake of the Woods Disctrict Hospital Foundation. Thanks to the tremendous outpouring support through sponsorships, registrations and general donations to the event, over $39,000 was raised for the capital equipment needs of the Lake of the Woods District Hospital.

Thirty two teams hit the links on the beautiful summer day for the shotgun start at 1 pm. One particular highlight was the hole in one, garnered by Larry Karaim of Kenora, which won him a 1625 Lund Rebel KL SS boat from Woodlake Marine worth over $20,000. Although big ticket hole in one prizes are featured each year at the tournament, this was the first time that a golfer had ever hit the mark to win!

Following tournament play, the golfers participated in a shootout on Hole #9. The closest to the pin was Derek Lloyd of Calgary, Alberta, who generously donated his $1,000 prize back to the Hospital Foundation. A live auction, after a mouth watering steak dinner, generated over $4,500 for the Hospital Foundation, with amazing prizes donated by many local businessmen. Gregg Agnew followed Lloyd’s generousity by donating $840 in 50/50 winnings back to the Foundation.

This event would not have been possible without the support of all the volunteers and sponsors who generously donated their time and resources to the Hospital Foundation. The Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation wishes to welcome and thank first time lead sponsor MNP for their contributions as well as extend a major thank you to David Pearce, chair of the organizing committee, for his dedication and commitment to making this event possible.

Emergency Services Comes to the Aid of the Foundation

Emergency Services Workers met July 11, 2009 to raise funds for a variety of charities in Kenora at the Emergency Services Smackdown . The Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation was sponsored by the Kenora Firefighters as well as the EMS Team.  The Firefighters were the champions of the morning beach volleyball tournament and their winning proceeds will go towards the Pediatrics ward of the Hospital.  The donations generated by the EMS Team will go towards funding capital equipment purchases for the Lake of the Woods District Hospital. 

The Hospital Foundation wishes to thank both teams for their generous donations and a great day of fun activities!

Biking for Chemotherapy Results in $5300!

Wesley Bauer, son of Lyle Bauer, has been biking across Canada since May 17, 2009 to raise money and awareness about cancer treatment. On Saturday, June 20, 2009 during his stopover in Kenora, he was a guest and participant in a fundraiser Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Smith Camps. All funds raised at the tournament were donated to the Lake of The Woods District Hospital Foundation, specifically the chemotherapy ward.

With 55 poker players competing for 1 of 8 fabulous prize packages donated by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, a 50-50 draw, and charity auction, the event was a great success.  The results of the Poker tournament included:

1^st Place:  Ashley Morgan – Ultimate Bomber Fan Experience, Bomber tickets, and a $50 Gift Card to the Bomber Store.
2^nd Place:  Ollie Dunn – AC/DC Tickets, Bomber tickets, and a $50 Gift Card to the Bomber Store.
3^rd Place:  Ron Sabourin – Aerosmith/ZZ Top Tickets, Bomber Tickets, and a $50 Gift Card to the Bomber Store.
4^th Place:  Bill Mableson – Football autographed by Doug Brown, Blue Bomber Tickets, and a $50 Gift Card to the Bomber Store
5^th Place:  Brad Lowes – Rock on the Range Tickets, Blue Bomber Tickets, and a $50 Gift Cad to the Bomber Store.
First Person Out:  Chris Watson – DVD “Fun to Know Poker”

Karen Smith was the lucky winner of a pair of Aerosmith/ZZ Top tickets by donating for a chance to win, as well as Jim Lecain won the 50-50 draw.  Overall, over $5300 was raised through this event, the most money raised through a single day event to date.

The Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation would like to thank Wesley Bauer, his team and Smith Camps for their efforts in realizing this donation for the Chemotherapy Department.

Charity BBQ Held by Hospitality Class

Pictured above are 10 of the 19 Hospitality Class students, Teacher Barry Kraynyk and former Hospital Foundation staff Megan Barr and Carol Chrismas

Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation benefits from today’s youth. Nineteen grade 11 students of the St. Thomas Aquinas Hospitality Class planned and put on a charity BBQ in support of the Chemotherapy Department at Lake of the Woods District Hospital. The June 10th charity event took place at Lakewood School during the grade 7 -8 Track and Field Meet. Despite the rainy day, the students were able to raise $383.

Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation would like to thank the students for their committment to raise funds for the Chemotherapy Department at LWDH.

 Helping your hospital help you!

Congratulations to the Bring in the Spring Raffle Winner!!

Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation would like to congratulate Cindy Gasparini, winner of the Foundation’s 2009 Bring in the Spring Raffle.

Cindy’s name was pulled from the barrel of over 3000 tickets by Dr. Kerry McDonald on April 24, 2009 at Lake of the Woods District Hospital.

Pictured above is Cindy Gasparini being presented with a $12,000 cheque by Carol Chrismas, from the Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation.

A big thank you to the over 3000 individuals who supported the Hospital Foundation by buying tickets for the spring raffle.

Helping Your Hospital Help You

Lifesavers Charity Dinner and Auction 2009

The 4th annual Lifesavers Dinner and Auction will take place on August 15, 2009 at beautiful Royal Lake of the Woods Yacht Club.

Contact Megan Barr, 468-9861 ext. 2419 or Carol Chrismas, 468-9861 ext. 2469 at the Hospital Foundation for more information.

‘Credit’ Goes to Copperfin Credit Union and the iCare Program

Copperfin Credit Union’s iCare^TMMasterCard program have rewarded Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation with a $6,000 donation.

The rewards program allows credit union members to support local healthcare through their card purchases.

A cheque presentation was celebrated on Wednesday February 25, 2009 at Copperfin Credit Union. Pictured above from left to right are Bill Scribilo, Hospital Foundation Board Director and Lorne Temple, Copperfin Credit Union CEO.

The gift helps the Hospital Foundation with its annual fundraising campaign to assist with the hospital’s capital investments.  Expenditures on information technology, building & maintenance concerns and medical equipment upgrades are financed by the generosity of the community.

In 8 years, the iCare MasterCard program has raised over $23,000 for the Lake of the Woods District Hospital Foundation.  Community minded individuals are encouraged to visit Copperfin Credit Union for card information.