It always lifts my spirits during the holidays to hear the stories behind why people choose to support the hospital. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that throughout the holiday season I like to get on the phone and start calling donors of Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation.
Every day news headlines uncover more about our challenging economy, and it becomes easy to miss the positive stories. I was talking with one of our yearly donors and he told me he was laid off. Tough times for his family, and yet, he decided to continue donating because the hospital is important to his children. This steadfast support warms our hearts and reinforces our resolve.
Annual holiday gifts from individuals, organizations and businesses are fundamental to our hospital. The Foundation cannot adequately express just how important philanthropy is to SMGH and how grateful we are to those who continue to share their good fortune in support of high quality patient care.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for a wonderful New Year!
Susan McLean, CFRE
SMGH Foundation CEO
