Ways to Give
The Centre Grey Health Services Foundation (CGHSF) offers a variety of ways to support local healthcare. Whether you're honouring a loved one, expressing gratitude, or making a lasting impact, your donation helps strengthen care at Brightshores Markdale Hospital and within the broader Centre Grey community.
General Fund
The General Fund supports our hospital’s most urgent medical equipment needs. This fund allows us to respond quickly to evolving priorities and helps keep Brightshores Markdale Hospital equipped with modern technology and essential tools.
With over 18,000 Emergency Room visits each year, your donation directly impacts patient care every single day.
Current annual equipment needs exceed $500,000. Your gift helps us meet that demand.
Make a Cash Donation
We accept donations by mail, telephone, or in person at the Foundation Office. You may also leave a donation at the admitting desk at Markdale Hospital when the Foundation Office is closed.
Accepted methods of donation include:
- Cheque (payable to Centre Grey Health Services Foundation)
- Cash
- Debit
- Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
- E-transfer to donate@cghsfoundation.com
Honour a Healthcare Hero
Recognize a physician, nurse, technician, or staff member who made a meaningful difference in your care experience at Brightshores Markdale Hospital. A tribute gift in their honour is a powerful way to say thank you.
Each honoured staff member or department receives a special Healthcare Hero lapel pin along with your personal message of appreciation.
Give in Memory
Make a gift in memory of a friend or loved one. We will notify the family of your tribute, provided contact information is supplied. If CGHSF is your chosen charity, we can also provide a list of contributors who donated in memory of your loved one.
Honour a Special Occasion
A donation in honour of a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or milestone is a meaningful way to celebrate someone while investing in the health of your community. We are pleased to send a personalized card to the individual being honoured, acknowledging your thoughtful contribution.
"I have everything I need,” said Heinz Jakobs, who celebrated his 80th birthday by requesting donations to the Foundation. “This is my way of making sure the hospital is here when I need it.”
Monthly Giving
Monthly giving offers a convenient and effective way to support healthcare year-round. Automatic contributions provide predictable income for the Foundation, allowing us to plan more effectively and reduce administrative costs. Donations may be arranged through the Foundation Office or online.
Event Sponsorship
Event sponsorship provides critical support for our fundraising initiatives while offering businesses increased visibility and potential tax benefits. If your organization is interested in becoming an event sponsor, please contact the Foundation Office.
Donate Online
To make a secure online donation, please click here or use the link at the top of this page. A tax receipt will be issued automatically by email.
Host a Community Fundraiser
Rally your friends, family, or colleagues and host a third-party fundraising event to benefit the Foundation. From golf tournaments to bake sales, every effort makes a difference. For ideas and guidance, see “Host an Event” under the “Get Involved” tab.
Gifts in Kind
We welcome donations of goods or services that can be used for fundraising purposes, such as raffle prizes or auction items. Reducing event costs means more dollars can go directly to healthcare. Tax receipts will be issued for the fair market value of eligible items (please note: services are not eligible for tax receipts).
All donations to Centre Grey Health Services Foundation are carefully managed, audited annually, and reported to Canada Revenue Agency. Tax receipts are provided where applicable. Thank you for your generous support of local healthcare.