ORANGEVILLE, ON – November 19, 2024
The ongoing nationwide postal strike is bringing chaos to end-of-year fundraising campaigns at charitable organizations across the country, and Headwaters Health Care Foundation (HHCF) is no different. In years prior, the HHCF holiday appeal would be landing in mailboxes around this time, with stories of outstanding health care, enabled by community donations, and a request for a generous donation. In light of the nationwide postal strike, our holiday appeal will not be reaching thousands of mailboxes as we expected.
Nearly 100% of hospital equipment is funded by generous donors, not the government. So as the postal strike is sure to cause disruptions for our organization, the need for support has never been greater. Headwaters Health Care Centre relies on donations to fund the vital medical equipment our doctors and nurses need to be able to provide exceptional care, close to home for the community.
The postal strike is expected to disrupt the delivery of mail and packages, ultimately causing delays in receiving donations that are mailed in. This delay could have a significant impact on the Foundation's ability to fund essential medical equipment.
K.C. Carruthers, HHCF CEO said, “Despite the challenges posed by the postal strike, the need for support for Headwaters Health Care Foundation has never been greater. Medical services are in high demand, and every donation makes a difference in the lives of patients and their families. Your support helps to ensure that vital medical equipment is funded, even in the face of unforeseen obstacles like a postal strike.”
With the uncertainty surrounding the postal service, many supporters may be left wondering how they can continue to show their support for Headwaters Health Care Foundation during these challenging times. The Foundation urges supporters to please consider one of the below options to make a gift today:
Consider Making an Online Gift
In light of the postal strike, supporters are encouraged to consider making an online gift to Headwaters Health Care Foundation (www.hhcfoundation.com). By donating online, contributions reach the Foundation quickly and securely. Online donations are a convenient and efficient way to show your support for the important work being done by the hospital. Charitable donation receipts are sent to donors immediately by e-mail.
Stop by in Person
Another option for showing your support for Headwaters Health Care Foundation is to stop by in person and donate directly. The Foundation office is located inside the main lobby of Headwaters Health Care Centre (100 Rolling Hills Drive, Orangeville, ON L9W4X9). If you are unable to stop by during our regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30), we have a secure locked mailbox outside our door where donation can be deposited to be processed the next business day.
Community support is crucial to the success of the hospital, and every donation, no matter how big or small, makes a difference. Thank you for your continued support.
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About Headwaters Health Care Centre (HHCC)
HHCC, is an innovative, community centred medium-size hospital serving residents of the greater Dufferin-Caledon region. Headwaters offers acute and complex continuing care with 24/7 Emergency Department coverage as well as extensive outpatient services in a newly built Ambulatory Care Centre and is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada. Please visit www.headwatershealth.ca for more information and a full list of services.
About Headwaters Health Care Foundation
Headwaters Health Care Foundation is the fundraising organization of Headwaters Health Care Centre. The Foundation raises funds for medical equipment, infrastructure and continuing education. For more information or to donate, visit hhcfoundation.com.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Shauna Santarossa
Senior Development Officer, Marketing, Communications & Donor Relations
Headwaters Health Care Foundation
ssantarossa@headwatershealth.ca or 519.941.2702, ext. 2821