St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation
The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation (registered charity #894534817RR0001) is a Canadian nonprofit organization established in 2001 to support healthcare services in the Madawaska Valley region of Ontario. The foundation raises funds through community-driven initiatives to address gaps in government funding for medical equipment, facility upgrades, and specialized care programs[1][2].

Overview
The foundation collaborates with three primary healthcare organizations:

• St. Francis Memorial Hospital (including Rainbow Valley Community Health Centre)
• Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care Program
• Valley Manor Long Term Care Home
  Its mission focuses on securing resources for healthcare infrastructure and services, guided by long-term community needs[2][3].

Fundraising Activities
Key initiatives include:

• Memorial giving programs, enabling donations in honor or memory of individuals[4].
• Signature fundraising events and community campaigns such as the Growing TogethER Emergency Department Redevelopment Campaign[1][2].
• Collaborative donor programs to fund medical equipment and facility enhancements across partner organizations[3].

The foundation emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring donations impact all partner institutions through a unified, community-focused strategy[3].