BC Children's Hospital Foundation
The BC Children’s Hospital Foundation is a non-profit organization based in British Columbia, Canada, dedicated to raising funds and supporting the BC Children’s Hospital, Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, and the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute. The hospital provides specialized pediatric care, research, and services for children and families across British Columbia and the Yukon.
The foundation’s main objectives include:
- Fundraising: The foundation organizes various fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives to generate financial support for the hospital. These efforts help fund programs, equipment, research, and other projects aimed at improving pediatric care and the overall well-being of children and their families.
- Community Engagement: The BC Children’s Hospital Foundation actively engages with the community, collaborating with individuals, businesses, and other organizations to create awareness about the hospital’s needs and encourage support.
- Supporting Research: The foundation raises funds to support research initiatives at the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute, which focuses on pediatric research in areas such as childhood diseases, mental health, and child development. The research aims to advance pediatric care, find new treatments, and improve the lives of children with various health conditions.
- Enhancing Hospital Programs and Services: The funds raised by the foundation help support various programs and services at the hospital, including patient care, family-centered care initiatives, specialized equipment, and facility improvements.
Overall, the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation plays a crucial role in supporting the BC Children’s Hospital and its affiliated facilities in their mission to provide exceptional healthcare services, conduct groundbreaking research, and improve the lives of children and their families in British Columbia and the Yukon.