KGH Foundation
2312 Pandosy Street V1Y 1T2 Kelowna, BC, Canada

And this is why ... Every Moment Matters (43 second watch - and worth every moment). - - - - We've been receiving such lovely comments on this spot so wanted to share some of the 'behind the scenes' info:... - Produced by our friends at State of Mind Films (the film makers who produced/filmed our multi-award-winning Where The Miracles Live short film) - https://www.stateofmindfilms.ca/ - Filmed in West Kelowna - Song - 'Our Love Is' - by Jordan Clark and Michelle Lynne, who are local Okanagan musicians. We've been getting some requests about the beautiful song - the artists have provided a few options if you'd like it for your playlists: SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/album/49fOWXdzXoJHJFN0DttPwb APPLE MUSIC - https://music.apple.com//alb/our-love-is-single/1552881076 If you'd like to buy the song but don't have Spotify, Apple, or any of the other major streaming apps, you can email the artists at [email protected].

Interior Health's stroke network is on the forefront of medicine. Watch as Dr. Tkach explains why in today's KGH Foundation Mini Moment. (40 second watch). Tune into Virgin Radio, MOVE or AM1150 on Thursday from 6:00am to 6:00pm and hear from Kelowna General Hospital's top neurologists on how this campaign will transform stroke care in our region. Every dollar in support of this project will keep you and your loved ones closer to home and build a better future for our commun...ity. ----- Thursday April 22 is KGH Day of Giving - this year, all funds raised are dedicated to radically advancing stroke care at KGH for regional patients and families. And the best part - if you make your gift on or before April 22, it will be matched, dollar for dollar. For more information or to give please visit: https://www.kghfoundation.com/day-of-giving-2021/

This week - an opportunity for you to have double the impact! Tune into Virgin Radio Kelowna, Kelowna's Move, and AM 1150 Kelowna on Thurs. April 22 from 6am-6pm to listen as local families share personal stories and hear first-hand from Kelowna General Hospital's top neurologists how this campaign will transform stroke care in our region. All donations now through April 22 will be matched. Learn more: https://www.kghfoundation.com/day-of-giving-2021/

Together, we can do so much. Thursday, April 22 is the KGH Foundation Day of Giving, our annual one-day call to action to our community for world-class health care, right here at home. YOUR GIFT WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE IMPACT!!!... Thanks to the generosity of our matching donors, all gifts through April 22 will be matched (up to $500,000). Learn more: https://www.kghfoundation.com/day-of-giving-2021/

What happens when the community comes together - in one day - to make a difference? BIG IMPACT. Together, we can do so much! And, when you give now through Day of Giving, your gift has double the impact thanks to our group of matching donors. What will your dollars be used for? This year, KGH Foundation's Day of Giving is in support of our Every Moment Matters campaign - bringing Advanced Stroke Care to our region. Would you like to make a difference? Has stroke touched you...r life? Learn more: https://www.kghfoundation.com/day-of-giving-2021/

Our friends at Aviva Studios by Elizabeth Tremblay are fundraising for KGH Foundation. What a win-win! You get a beautiful photography session AND are supporting health care in the region. Thank you Elizabeth for your continued support.

Chances are you know someone. We all do. Stroke. The #1 cause of permanent disability in adults. When stroke strikes, immediate transport to a hospital offering advanced stroke services is critical. Time is of the essence. Survival and better outcomes are possible when patients have rapid access to advanced stroke care.... The Interior Health Stroke Network and Kelowna General Hospital have the capacity and the medical expertise to radically change lives for stroke patients and families. And we can help. The KGH Foundation has committed to raising $8 million to support a revolutionary, comprehensive advanced stroke care plan that will radically transform treatment for patients living in the southern interior of BC. Learn more: https://www.kghfoundation.com/advanced-stroke-care/

So impressive! If you're driving North down Pandosy and pass the hospital, look right/look up - you can't miss it! Just a little (ok, BIG) reminder that Every Moment Matters.

Big White sees you! If you're a health care worker, perhaps it is time for a snow day! To celebrate and say thank you for the excellent service front-line workers provided to the Big White community over the past year, Big White is providing Interior Health employees and medical staff with a discounted lift ticket for $10 from April 2-5. All proceeds from these lift ticket purchases are being donated to the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation.... How to purchase: All $10 lift tickets must be purchased online using this link: https://shop.bigwhite.com/s/b/p/first-responders-day-ticket This deal will not be available for in-person sales at the resort. Who is eligible: All Interior Health employees and medical staff are eligible to purchase discounted lift ticket(s) for themselves, family, and friends using the link above for dates April 2 through 5. Please follow provincial protocols regarding essential travel and skiing at your local resort only. Face coverings are required in all lift lines, during loading/unloading, and in all buildings at Big White. You can read more about their COVID-19 safety plan here: https://www.bigwhite.com/your-covid-19-safety-plan From your thankful friends as Big White Ski Resort. #weseeyou #whiteheartprojectBiBi

Why does every moment matter in stroke? With every minute that slips away, nearly 2-million brain cells die. That's 32,000 cells in a second. Watch as Dr. de Korompay describes how it feels to watch patients who might have otherwise been permanently disabled or worse, get back to the moments that matter most to them. *Warning* In this video there are real photos of real blood clots that were removed right here at KGH. ---------------------- The KGH Foundation has committed to raising $8 million to support a revolutionary, comprehensive advanced stroke care plan that will radically transform treatment for patients living in the southern interior of BC. Learn more: https://www.kghfoundation.com/current-priorities/

Pop-up gratitude - today we're at Cottonwoods Care Centre providing staff with coffee, treats and big THANK YOUs in recognition of their hard work, perseverance and HEART. To all the healthcare staff who continue to show up, working tirelessly and selflessly during this unprecedented time, WE SEE YOU. #interiorhealth #weseeyou #gratitude #whiteheartproject

We are absolutely thrilled with the results of this fundraiser put on by the Kelowna Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Club. In addition to exceeding your goal, we were so impressed with your ingenuity in planning a Covid-safe event and your community spirit. Thank you so much! ----------------------- KGH Foundation has committed to raising $8-million dollars to support a revolutionary, comprehensive advanced stroke care plan that will radically transform treatment for patients living... in the southern interior of BC. Learn more: https://www.kghfoundation.com/advanced-stroke-care/ https://www.castanet.net//Kelowna-Nordic-Ski-and-Snowshoe-

"The brain is unlike any other organ" In this KGH Foundation Mini Moment - We asked Dr. de Korompay to explain what happens when there is a blod clot in the brain... and why every moment matters, (30 second watch) For more information on our commitment to raising $8 million to support a revolutionary, comprehensive advanced stroke care plan that will radically transform treatment for patients living in the southern interior of BC please visit: https://www.kghfoundation.com/a...dvanced-stroke-care/ #stroke #everymomentmatters #interiorhealth See more

Big thanks to Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate for your continued support. If you have a sweet tooth this weekend, stop by Sandrine and you will help make a big difference.

Where The Miracles Live - A KGH Story featuring a poem written & narrated by Shane Koyczan (2.5 minute watch! Volume up) Because you give, miracles become possible. If we’ve learned anything in 2020 it’s that health crises yield for no one. We are all vulnerable. When uncertainty rings, we need more than just hope. ... We need excellence. Miracles live here. Because you give. Please give: https://kghfoundation.crowdchange.co/16307

JoeAnna’s House is one year old! What a great day to mark in this odd year. We are so grateful for everyone who has supported the vision, the build, and the operations of this home. Please join us in extending 1-year wishes to JoeAnna's House!

Thank you Castle Fuels and Petro Canada for showing your support for Kelowna General Hospital and the work of health care workers. Your donation is very much appreciated. It is true - - it has been a challenging year in so many ways. One silver lining is seeing the community rally together to support the hospital and the people who work here. Thank you for making a difference.

Great big thank you goes out to Interior Savings today for buying coffee for KGH Staff as part of their Day of Difference. This is their way to celebrate International Credit Union Day with appreciation for their members and communities. THANK YOU! Your gift of coffee today was very much appreciated! What a fun way to say "thank you"!

When a husband and wife suffer medical emergencies minutes apart, the stress and toll on the family is huge. The Cameron family from Revelstoke is a good example of how enhanced services at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) allow patients to receive advanced medical care closer to home. And, with JoeAnna's House right next door, their loved ones can offer support while being just a few steps away. By and large, people have to travel very little anymore for services, said Dou...g Rankmore, executive director of the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation. Most things are available Kelowna General. This is a teaching tertiary hospital serving over 1 million people throughout the province. Watch their story:

Because you give, miracles become possible. If we've learned anything in 2020 it's that health crisis' yield for no one. We are all vulnerable. When uncertainty rings, we need more than just hope. We need excellence. This season of giving, give to support your local hospital. A gift to Kelowna General Hospital does more than just help fix what is broken, cure what is sick or heal what is wounded. ... Miracles live here. Because you give. To watch our award-winning short-video 'Where The Miracles Live' or to donate please visit: https://kghfoundation.crowdchange.co/16307

Thank you to our community. Because you gave to support KGH's greatest needs during COVID-19, several new pieces of equipment have now been acquired to support unanticipated needs of healthcare workers during the pandemic. Some of these acquisitions include equipment to support some of KGH’s smallest patients. An additional, dedicated pediatric ventilator for the KGH neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) now reduces the need for existing equipment to be moved and shared between... babies. In addition, special accessories for ventilators in the KGH Emergency Department support the unique needs of babies and young children in urgent, respiratory distress. As well, doctors and nurses treating patients presenting with acute respiratory symptoms, including those with COVID-19, will also have access to a new blood gas analyzer. This tool allows for rapid assessment of the amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood, which is critical to the care of these patients. KGH Foundation received over $510,000 in donations to support KGH's greatest needs during COVID-19. These donations help ensure our doctors, nurses and staff all have the resources and equipment they need to deliver the highest quality care to all KGH patients. THANK YOU! Read More: https://www.kghfoundation.com//community-steps-up-during-/

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at KGH Foundation & JoeAnna's House. We are so thankful for your generosity in supporting healthcare in our region. Thank you. Here's a beautiful message from some of our most recent, and current guests, who have loved ones receiving advanced medical care at KGH.

Jennifer who works at The Hotel Eldorado has issued a giving challenge for all Hospitality Workers! "I work at the Hotel Eldorado and we have been long time supporters of the KGH Foundation. Love this cause and challenge all hospitality workers to donate!!!" Thank you for your donation AND your challenge Jennifer! Much appreciated. ... How To Give: 1) Call 250-980-6123 2) Online - https://kghfoundation.crowdchange.co/14952 3) Drive by Power 104 and Beach Radio station to give by debit/credit card or cash. Quick and easy drive-thru set up!!! Tune into Power 104 - Kelowna's Best Rock and 103.1 BEACH Radio all day today for stories and to learn more about JoeAnna's House

Better Together Day is TODAY!

Research shows that patients heal better when surrounded by their loved ones. They get better when together. But help is needed. Because of the support from generous donors, mothers and fathers, husbands and wives, and sisters and brothers are able to stay close to their seriously ill family member.... Please consider a gift today for the many families who need to travel to Kelowna to receive care. To donate visit https://JoeAnnasHouse.com.

Isn't she the sweetest? Braelyn popped by today to donate her birthday money to the babies in the NICU. Thank you so much for thinking of others on your birthday Braelyn. Your generous gift means so much. Happy 4th Birthday! And thank you again for giving on your birthday. As we like to say around here, giving really does change everything!

People, businesses, and communities from the entire Southern Interior joined hearts and banded together to build and open JoeAnna's House. They understood the importance for families to have a safe place to stay while a loved one receives advanced medical care at KGH. The Rotary Club of Salmon Arm - Daybreak gave $20,000 to support the project. And then, just a few weeks after JoeAnna's House opened, one of their own members became ill and her family would need a place to sta...y. "Cindy was so proud that she and her fellow Rotarians played a part in making JoeAnna's House possible..." Thank you for this gift. Read Cindy's story: https://joeannashouse.com/a-very-special-gift-cindys-story/

What a great way to say thank you and to celebrate an amazing milestone! We are so thankful for businesses like yours that strive so hard to make a difference in our community. Thank you Pita Pit Canada.

Congratulations again Brittney.

Brendan Willis, Branch Manager from Raymond James Kelowna & Josh Gorges popped by JoeAnna’s House today to announce (and call) our 50/50 Jackpot Winner. Congratulations to winning ticket # 03933. Watch to the end to see her reaction!!! Thanks again to everyone who donated or purchased 50/50 raffle tickets for HOMEBASE 2.0 in support of JoeAnna’s House. We might not have been able to play ball this year but we sure hit a home run! Brendan, Raymond James Kelowna, Josh Gorges and Blake Comeau... we couldn't have done it without you! Thanks again for going above and beyond to make a difference in our community.

Under 24 hours left in our 50/50 Lottery. And we're now over $11,000 and there's STILL lots of room to grow! 1 Winner. Big Impact. 50/50 Lottery closes at 2pm Aug. 20. Get your tickets NOW! Get your tickets now - https://www.KGHFoundation.com/homebase

Jackpot now over $10,000 with still room to grow. Ticket sales close Aug. 20 at 2 pm. It takes 1 ticket to win ... and your odds are GREAT! 1 Jackpot. 1 Winner who takes half! BIG IMPACT. ... Help Josh Gorges, Blake Comeau in the HOMEBASE 2.0 Online 50/50 presented by Raymond James Kelowna Corporate Branch in support of JoeAnna's House. It's your last chance to win! Tickets available at www.kghfoundation.com/homebase/ know your limit. Play within it. Must be 19+ and in BC to play.