Ways To Give

This tree was created by In Honour of the Ones We Love as way for individuals to honour a loved one, show appreciation or mark someone's memory by purchasing a Leaf, Acorn, Rock or Tree. This is a great way for individuals, groups or organizations to support Windsor Regional Hospital Foundation and honour someone special.

Levels of Giving  $1,000 - Leaf  $2,500 - Acorn  $5,000 - Rock  $10,000 - Tree

Support the Hospital By Shopping!

Gift Cards Order Sheet

We all have to purchase everyday, essential items like food, gas and clothing. Windsor Regional Hospital is launching a program whereby you can support the hospital by shopping for these necessities! We have partnered with Fundscrip, an online fundraising program that allows us to make 2-5% back on every gift card that we purchase.

Over 100 participating retailers like Loblaws, Best Buy, Home Depot and Canadian Tire are included. It doesn't cost anything to participate. Supporters don't have to change their buying habits or purchase anything that you don't need.

You can simply visit the Foundation Office at Met campus or Ouellette Campus.

Our plan is to keep the most popular gift cards in stock so they can be picked up at your convenience. Cash, debit, credit and cheque are all accepted.

We currently carry the following brands of gift cards:

Groceries

• Metro Group/Food Basics
• President's Choice/Zehrs, No Frills, Wholesale Club
• Sobeys/Freshco

Fuel/Gas Cards

• Esso
• Petro Canada

Coffee

• Starbucks
• Tim Hortons

Restaurants

• Red Lobster
• Subway
• The Keg
• The Ultimate - Swiss Chalet, Harveys, Kelsey's

Local Businesses

• Artisan Grill
• Cotta
• Estetica
  
• Fred's Farm Fresh
• Kona Sushi
• Mezzo Ristorante
• Over 360
• Spago
• Take 5
  Ted Farron's
• Ted Farron's Butcher Shop
• The G.O.A.T.
• Tommy's BBQ

Retailers

• Amazon
• Bath & Body Works
• Best Buy
• Canadian Tire
• Chapter's / Indigo
• Cineplex Odeon
• Dollarama
• Giant Tiger
• Golftown
• Home Depot
• Home Hardware
• iTunes
• Mark's Work Wearhouse
• Sephora
• Shopper's Drug Mart
• Sportchek
• The Bay / Home Outfitters
• Toys R Us
• Walmart
• Winners / Homesense

Other organizations have had tremendous success with this program. With 4,000 Windsor Regional Hospital "family members" we have the opportunity to be very successful. Your friends and family are also eligible to participate in the program. Please assist us in spreading the news and information about this exciting initiative to generate funds for Windsor Regional Hospital.

Any questions about the program can be directed to Sandra Bauer at 519-254-5577 ext.52004, or via email at sandra.bauer02@wrh.on.ca.

• online by visiting our Donate Now! section 
• by phone using a credit card (519) 254-5577 ext. 52004 
• by mail to: 

Windsor Regional Hospital Foundation

1995 Lens Avenue,

Windsor, Ontario N8W 1L9

1. Name of honoree/loved one 
2. Name and complete address of next-of-kin (if you would like us to notify them of the donation) 
3. Specific Funds, if desired, i.e. Women's & Children's, Cardiac, Oncology, Palliative Care, etc.
4. Name and complete address of the donor.

We are grateful to the following individuals for allowing us to share their stories about their legacy gifts. If you are interested in sharing your story that will provide inspiration for others, please contact Gisele Seguin at 519-254-5577 ext. 52008 or Gisele.Seguin@wrh.on.ca.

ELIZABETH PHILLIP

Elizabeth Phillip has lived in Windsor her entire life. She understands the importance of building a strong community and supporting organizations that benefit our friends and family. As such, Elizabeth has named Windsor Regional Hospital Foundation as a beneficiary in her estate plans.

A Chrysler retiree, Elizabeth has been a loyal donor to several charitable organizations. However, she realized that by leaving a bequest she would have the opportunity to make an even greater impact to an organization that she feels passionate about.

Over the years Elizabeth has been both a patient and visitor to Windsor Regional Hospital. She was a loyal companion to her best friend Jean and her sister Mary as they dealt with devastating illnesses that ultimately ended their lives. Through it all, Elizabeth was always impressed by the caliber of care that was offered at Windsor Regional Hospital.

"It is comforting to know that when situations arise that require medical attention there is a first-rate hospital in our own community to meet these needs. My bequest to Windsor Regional Hospital will ensure that funds stay in this community to benefit future generations."

In Leaving A Legacy to Windsor Regional Hospital, Elizabeth’s gift will be used to fund vital equipment and services ensuring that "Outstanding Care - No Exceptions!" is a reality for the future.

KAREN MCCULLOUGH

Giving Starts at "Home"

For twenty-four years Karen McCullough has been a valued member of the Windsor Regional Hospital family. Karen's passion and dedication to this organization is evident from the various roles she has held over the years including; Staff Education Coordinator at Riverview Hospital before the merger, Manager of Education, Director of Learning Resources and Director responsible for program transfers. Today Karen applies her leadership and skills as Vice-President, Acute Care Services/Chief Nursing Executive.

It is not surprising to anyone who knows Karen to find out that she wanted to ensure that outstanding care continues to be available for residents of Windsor and Essex County long after she is gone. As such, Karen chose to set up a life insurance policy that names Windsor Regional Hospital as the beneficiary. This legacy gift option not only provides for the future, it also benefits Karen as well since she can claim the premiums she pays on her income taxes annually. Furthermore, by establishing a legacy gift to Windsor Regional Hospital, Karen is able to make a significant gift to an organization she is passionate about.

Many individuals favour this legacy gift option because of its simplicity and the fact that it allows some tax relief immediately. Anyone who is interested in setting up a charitable life insurance policy simply has to meet with a life insurance provider. Once the paperwork is completed the life insurance provider will inform the charity who will then ensure that the proper tax receipt is issued to the individual on an annual basis. Most importantly, the charity will receive a significant gift in the future. Often times this gift is much more substantial than a gift that one can make while they're alive.

In the case of Windsor Regional Hospital, legacy gifts have an enormous impact. To keep up with the latest technologies and medical advances there is always an extensive equipment list along with capital needs. Currently, Windsor Regional Hospital is involved in a $122 million renovation project that will drastically transform its Western campus that provides care to rehabilitation, mental health and complex continuing care patients. Already, a couple of legacy gifts have made a tremendous impact by contributing to this project that will benefit the entire community.

These are legacy gifts left by people like Karen who believe in giving back to their community. "Windsor Regional Hospital is an organization that I take great pride in being a part of. It stands for quality, safety and a commitment to caring for our patients and the community at large. I want to be sure that I have done all that I can to keep the hospital's vision moving forward now and into the future."