Niagara, ON – October 6, 2023: Niagara Health Foundation is thrilled to announce that the It’s Our
Future Campaign in support of the new South Niagara Hospital has received an incredible show of
support from 14 remarkable community groups, service clubs, and businesses. These generous Founding
Donors have pledged a collective total of $1,375,000.
Their support has not only brought us closer to our fundraising goal but has also ignited a spark of hope
within our community. The Founding Donors of the It’s Our Future Campaign include:
• Bosch Rexroth Canada
• The Byl Family
• Ida & Bob Gale Sr. Community Fund
• GNGH Auxiliary
• Jim & Liz Grice
• Knights of Columbus, Hennepin Council No.1652
• The Mathur Family
• The Marcella & Vincent McNamara Family
• Niagara Falls Bridge Commission
• Niagara Falls Canadian Polish Home
• Niagara German Canadian Club
• The Trabucco Family
• Mitch Williams
• Sherman Zavitz
The It’s Our Future Campaign supports the building of the new South Niagara hospital which will be a
state-of-the-art healthcare facility that will provide exceptional care to our community for generations
to come. Thanks to the unwavering commitment and support of our Founding Donors, we are one step
closer to making this vision a reality.
With the recent contributions from these compassionate community leaders, the campaign has now
reached an astounding total of over $62 million in pledges. This milestone represents a powerful
testament to the generosity and dedication of our community, as well as their shared belief in the
importance of accessible and advanced healthcare in the region.
Andrea Scott, President and CEO of the Niagara Health Foundation, expressed her heartfelt appreciation
for the Founding Donors' remarkable commitment, saying, "The It’s Our Future Campaign embodies the
incredible power of our community coming together to make a lasting impact. The support we'vereceived from our Founding Donors inspires us all and reinforces our belief in a brighter, healthier future
for South Niagara."
Lynn Guerriero, President and CEO Niagara Health reflected on the impact these gifts will have in
Niagara. “We are grateful for the generosity of our Founding Donors and the continued leadership they
show in support of Niagara Health. Whether it is a loved one receiving care or someone who works at
the hospital, these gifts will positively impact the lives of many Niagara residents today and in the
future.”
It’s Our Future campaign Co-Chairs Mayor Jim Diodati and Mr. Harry Oakes spoke to the power of
collectiveness and the community. “The groups on this list have ‘give’ as their middle name. These
groups are known for giving and have done more of that in this unique show of support, coming
together to pledge more than $1M to the new hospital! Wow, there’s such great power in coming
together, and it goes to show, no one organization or single gift is insignificant. They all matter!”
As we celebrate the remarkable generosity of our Founding Donors and the ongoing success of the It’s
Our Future Campaign, we invite the entire community to join us in shaping a healthier tomorrow for
South Niagara. Together we can make a difference and together we can build a brighter future.
For more information about the "It’s Our Future" campaign and the South Niagara hospital project,
visit www.ItsOurFuture.com.
About Niagara Health Foundation:
The Niagara Health Foundation is dedicated to raising funds to support Niagara Health. Through
partnerships, community engagement, and philanthropic support, the Foundation aims to ensure the
team at Niagara Health has the equipment, programs, research, education and facilities it needs to
deliver excellent healthcare across Niagara.