Download the Report to Our Community Behind every gift is a story—and behind every achievement at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital are people who care. Our 2025–2026 Report to Our Community celebrates the difference your generosity makes for patients, families and care teams across our communities. During the fiscal year, SMGH Foundation received $3.97 million in philanthropic revenue and provided $5.05 million to SMGH, including funds raised in previous years and designa

Kim and Catherine Mealing were looking forward to retirement when an unexpected diagnosis changed their plans. After treating Kim for a hernia, SMGH surgeon Dr. Vipan Jain ordered a CT scan to investigate new symptoms. The scan revealed something they were not looking for: cancer on Kim’s left kidney. That discovery allowed the cancer to be addressed before it might otherwise have come to light—a powerful reminder of the importance of diagnostic imaging close to home. Through

Tara with her husband, Chad, and their son, Bauer. For Tara Coote, SMGH Foundation’s Director of Philanthropy, the importance of care close to home became deeply personal. For more than a decade, Tara Coote has helped raise funds for Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital. She has listened as patients and families shared some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives, and helped tell their stories so others could understand the difference community generosity makes. She kne

SMGH Foundation staff and volunteers paint pumpkins pink in support of the Pink Pumpkin Fundraiser at Geerlinks Home Hardware in Parkhill. A little paint, plenty of laughter and a community ready to give back made the Pink Pumpkin Fundraiser a colourful success! Geerlinks Home Hardware in Parkhill donated proceeds from its pink pumpkin sales to Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation in support of SMGH’s Breast Assessment Program. Beginning October 2, the fundraiser r

SMGH Foundation is pleased to invite our donors, CommonWealth Financial clients and members of the community to Give More. Keep More., a complimentary educational seminar exploring practical, tax-smart approaches to charitable giving. Led by Patrick Sanders, CFP, of CommonWealth Financial Services, alongside Jenny Kerrigan, the seminar will introduce strategies that may help you make the most of available tax benefits while supporting the local charities and causes that matte

Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation was proud to welcome donors, hospital leaders, physicians, staff, and community supporters on June 16 for a special evening celebrating the successful completion of the MRI fundraising campaign and recognizing a significant gift from London X-Ray Associates.

The 27th Annual MHA–SMGH Foundation Annual Golf Classic was a day to remember, filled with sunshine, smiles, and an incredible sense of community. From the first tee-off to the final putt, 117 golfers enjoyed a memorable day of camaraderie, friendly rivalry and fun both on and off the course.

On Monday, June 8, Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation, together with Middlesex Hospital Alliance, welcomed family, friends, colleagues, physicians, staff, and community members to honour the life and legacy of Dr. David Borden Sanders.

The halls of Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital will soon be filled with festive cheer as the dedicated volunteers of the SMGH Auxiliary prepare to host their much-anticipated Christmas Open House from Wednesday, December 3 to Friday, December 5 . The Auxiliary has been working tirelessly behind the scenes for weeks to bring this beloved event to life. From assembling holiday wreaths to curating winter accessories, stocking stuffers, and unique gift items, their team has

Free TVs for Every Patient We believe every patient deserves comfort, connection, and dignity during their hospital stay. Something as simple as television can make a big difference At Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, — easing anxiety, reducing loneliness, and helping patients and families feel more at home. Until now, patients paid for television access at their bedside. As of October 1, following the approval of the SMGH Foundation Board of Directors, television servic

26th Annual MHA–SMGH Foundation Golf Classic: Thank you for joining us!