The Foundation Gives 2023 Philanthropy Awards
The Philanthropy Award was initially created in 2018 to publicly recognize Jerry and Jan Barto for their extraordinary giving year after year, as well as
The Difference You've Made
Stories about Your Impact
Through your philanthropy, you continue to be critical to the mission of the Island Health Foundation – to raise funds in support of Island Health and its commitment to community health.
Supporting Diagnostic Technologies Saves Lives: The Story of Jay Saxon
Following his fall, Saxon recalls strange things began to happen. He was experiencing difficulty walking and even fell at his desk after standing up. Concerned,
HONOR YOUR DOCTOR ON NATIONAL DOCTOR’S DAY, MARCH 30TH
Doctors are often caregivers, trusted advisers, friends and heroes. They are committed to improving your health and the health of your family, friends, and neighbors.
Dianne Kuhn, New Emeritus Member
Island Health Foundation honors board member, Dianne Kuhn, with prestigious Emeritus membership. Emeritus members are deemed by fellow board members to have provided particularly notable
The Swain Legacy
Imagine your life’s legacy transforming an entire community. Imagine knowing that your generosity will save not just one life, but many. Imagine the effects of
Tech On Wheels
Have you HERD about the COWs? Did you know that life-saving technology is hidden in plain sight throughout Island Health? At the end of 2021,
Island Health Receives 5-Star Honors from CMS!
You have helped Island Health earn an overall 5-star hospital rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)—the highest distinction awarded by the
Let’s Talk about TECH
When most people hear “rural hospital” their minds don’t immediately think of leading-edge technology, until now. In 2021, your giving supported the purchase of technology
Crisis Support in the Emergency Department
Imagine an Emergency Department (ED). In one room there is an elderly man visiting after his third ground-level fall. In another room there is a