Dave Bowden, president of the Wellington Elks presented Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) with a $1,000 gift for the purchase of the x-ray machine needed at the County hospital. The funds were raised through dinners the Elks made available over the past year.
“The Elks Members thank all those who continue to support our events. Ongoing attendance at our dinners helps us to raise these funds. The Lodge is proud to be able to give back to our community and that includes this gift to our local hospital,” said Bowden. “It is important to keep our current hospital well-equipped as anyone could have occasion to need these services. The Elks look forward to seeing a new hospital one day but, in the meantime, we must maintain the current hospital.”
This year, PECM Hospital Foundation’s goal is to raise $595,000 for the x-ray machine needed at the hospital. The new machine will serve the current hospital and transition into the new hospital in 2027.
This donation will be matched one to one by the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, who have agreed to match donations designated for the x-ray machine.
Shannon Coull, Executive Director of the PECMH Foundation, emphasized how important it is for communities to help fund their local hospitals, through donations to their foundations.
“We can’t equip the hospital with leading edge equipment, like a new x-ray machine, without donors investing in our hospital. The foundation plays a critical role in providing funding for essential, specialized equipment. Donor dollars go a long way towards improving care for residents in our community who need treatment, close to home,” she said. “We are so grateful to be living in this generous community which ensures we have a vibrant hospital equipped with the best medical equipment possible.”
To donate to PECMHF’s x-ray campaign and have it matched by the Auxiliary, visit www.pecmhf.ca or call 613-476-1008 ext. 4425.
