Press Release: Ken Shaw To Emcee Sold-Out Gala Tonight

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 4, 2011

KEN SHAW TO EMCEE SOLD-OUT GALA

Richmond Hill, ON – York Central Hospital Foundation’s 24^th annual gala is being emceed by Ken Shaw, one of Canada’s most recognized news anchors. More than 1,000 guests and volunteers are expected to attend the sold-out Moonlight & Magic themed event tonight.

“Over the past 12 months, the gala volunteers have dedicated hundreds of hours to planning this event and we’re thrilled the hard work has paid off,” said Julia Fuda, Chair of the Moonlight & Magic Gala. “We’re sincerely appreciative to everyone who has helped make the Moonlight & Magic Gala possible and we’re looking forward to our most successful event yet!”

The event is being held at Le Parc Markham tonight. Cocktails begin at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served at 8 p.m. Violinist Greenville Pinto will entertain guests during the cocktail hour, followed by the George St. Kitts Band. The gala features a live and silent auction and raffle with a top prize of a diamond necklace and earring set at an appraised value of $22,750. For the second consecutive year, the event’s Presenting Sponsor is Bell.

This year’s goal is to raise $600,000 towards the purchase of a standardized, state-of-the-art infusion pump system for York Central Hospital. This investment in a new pump system will increase patient safety by auto-programming medications, which in turn ensures the accurate dispensing of the right medications.  Since the pumps are programmed to dispense the correct dosages, nurses and other staff caregivers will have more time to spend with their patients allowing for increased bedside attention and education.  This extra one on-one time will help improve the overall care and patient experience at York Central Hospital.

The first Gala was held in 1988 and, since that time, the annual event has raised over $5.5 million for capital improvements and life-saving medical equipment in virtually every area of York Central Hospital. This includes a new Digital Mammography Unit for Breast Health, leading-edge surgical equipment, construction to triple the size of our Emergency Department, a state-of-the-art surgical sterilization unit and a Nuclear Medicine Camera with enhanced CT scanning abilities for York Central Hospital.   

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Media Contacts:

           

Margo Sage-Arnold                              

Manager, Special Events                      

York Central Hospital Foundation          

(905) 883-1212 ext. 7803                       

msagearnold@yorkcentral.on.ca           

Alyshia Higgins

Coordinator, Stewardship & Communications

York Central Hospital Foundation

(905) 883-1212 ext. 7810

ahiggins@yorkcentral.on.ca

Third Party Event - Joy of Aging Raises $30K for YCH

On Sunday, October 23^rd 2011, more than 350 women gathered at Copper Creek Golf Club to raise funds for York Central Hospital, learn about fitness and healthy aging and build new friendships at the Joy of Aging event.

The fundraiser was organized by financial advisors, Tina Tehranchian and Janine Purves and their team at the Richmond Hill Branch of Assante Capital Management Ltd.  Ms. Tehranchian is also Board Member at York Central Hospital Foundation.

Tracy Moore, the host of CityLine on Citytv, hosted the third annual event.  The morning started with the beautiful sounds of Dave McLaughlin's saxophone, followed by a speech by Vivian Risi, owner of Royal LePage Your Community Realty, Director of York Central Hospital Foundation and the Platinum Presenting Sponsor of the event. Ms. Risi spoke to the guests about her history of philanthropy and her special relationship with York Central Hospital. 

Next, financial advisors, Tina Tehranchian and Janine Purves, also the Platinum Presenting Sponsors, delivered a fun and entertaining presentation about women and money followed by a money quiz.

Mysterion, the mind reader, dazzled and intrigued the audience with his ability to read minds. The keynote speaker, Susan Sommers, inspired the audience with her life story, recounting how she ran her first marathon at age 61 and her second at age 63, and offered useful tips for women on fitness and staying in shape.  With the engaging and informative keynote speaker, fun activities, an energizing fitness break sponsored by Vive Pilates and interesting sponsor booths to visit, the morning proved to be enjoyable and entertaining for the attendees.

“We are thrilled with the end result of this event and are pleased to be able to support a worthy organization like York Central Hospital,” said Tina and Janine. “Our guests, sponsors and volunteers of the Joy of Aging are helping to make a difference for the patients at our community hospital.”

The event helped raise $30,000 that will be used to fund three new and state of-the-art intravenous infusion pumps for York Central.

Over the past three years, the Joy of Aging has raised more than $70,000 for York Central Hospital.

Consider Tribute Giving at Your Next Special Event

Asking your guests to make a donation in lieu of gifts at weddings, holidays, birthdays, christenings and anniversary parties is a personal and meaningful way to support health care in our community. Your guests’ tax-deductible gifts can be designated to a program or area of your choice or towards funding our most urgent medical equipment needs - we will work with you to find the perfect fit.

You can also make a donation in honour of your guests. In appreciation for your meaningful gift you will receive customized cards that you can give to each of your guests, which outline your support to York Central Hospital.

To make a donation to York Central Hospital today, visit http://yorkcentral.on.ca/donate.htm
All donations $10 or greater will receive a charitable tax receipt.

For more information on Tribute Giving, please contact Kelly McDonald at ext. 7808.

Media Advisory - Ken Shaw to Emcee YCHF Gala

Media Contact:

Margo Sage-Arnold
Manager, Special Events
msagearnold@yorkcentral.on.ca
905-883-1212 ext. 7803

Inspirational Gift: Dalton & Shirley Hicks Urology Clinic

On September 28, 2011, York Central Hospital Foundation celebrated the opening of the Dalton & Shirley Hicks Urology Clinic.

Donors, Hospital Staff, Foundation Board Members and Foundation staff attended the event to recognize the outstanding contribution of the Urology Clinic donors to our hospital.
 

We truly appreciate your commitment to our hospital and our grateful patients. Thank you for Caring to make a difference™!

Thank you to the following donors for generously funding the

Dalton & Shirley Hicks Urology Clinic

 

Pasquale Caggianiello

John Di Poce Family

Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc.

Dalton and Shirley Hicks

Joe and Lucy Lamanna & Family

Donald and Anna Little & Family

Ron and Marlene Lecompte

Proud Partners Golf Classic 2011

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Signature Event: Songs of the Season

Have you heard? York Central Hospital Foundation is hosting a new event this year: Songs of the Season with Robert Pilon and Friends.

All funds raised from the event will go towards standardizing infusion pumps hospital-wide.

Check out the details below:

Third Party Event - Salon Allure: Results

Employees at Salon Allure in Woodbridge recently held a fundraiser in support of York Central Hospital’s Oncology Program. The August 28 event was a great success, raising more than $2,000!

Thank you to all donors, clients and of course, the staff at Salon Allure for Caring to make a difference™.

Your support, generosity and commitment to improving health care for our community’s oncology patients is truly inspiring!