Bulkley Valley Health Care and Hospital Foundation

The Bulkley Valley Health Care and Hospital Foundation (BV Health Foundation) is a Canadian nonprofit organization registered as a charity with the Canada Revenue Agency under the business registration number 804357903RR0001. It is dedicated to supporting health care initiatives and services in the Bulkley Valley region of British Columbia.

History

The foundation was born from community efforts initiated by Jo Ann Groves and a group of local residents who recognized the need for a dedicated organization to support health care in the region. With the phasing out of traditionally organized local hospitals and health care facilities, and the transition of management to regional health authorities, local community involvement in funding and supporting health care infrastructure became imperative.

To address this, a society was formed in 2012 with the goal of raising funds and acting as a conduit for philanthropic donations directed toward local health care services. The Bulkley Valley Health Care and Hospital Foundation was officially incorporated on August 14, 2013, and has since operated as a registered charity, focusing on raising funds for health care projects and infrastructure in the Bulkley Valley[2].

Purpose and Activities

The foundation aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health care organizations in the Bulkley Valley and promote the health of its residents. It achieves these goals primarily through fundraising, community engagement, and grant allocation to health-related initiatives and facilities in the region.

Fundraising and Grants

BV Health Foundation conducts various fundraising activities, including an annual gala event which has proven successful in raising significant funds for local health care needs, such as the upgrading of medical imaging equipment like CT scanners at the Bulkley Valley District Hospital.

The foundation also accepts donations throughout the year, directing contributions toward specific funds that address different aspects of health care. Grant applications are accepted year-round and reviewed biannually to allocate resources based on community health priorities and organizational criteria[1][4].

Funding Areas

Donors can direct their contributions to any of eight specified funding areas, reflecting the diverse health care needs of the Bulkley Valley community:

• Bulkley Lodge Fund
• Bulkley Valley Community Fund
• Bulkley Valley District Hospital Cancer Fund
• Bulkley Valley District Hospital General Fund
• Bulkley Valley District Hospital Maternity Fund
• Bulkley Valley District Hospital Surgical Fund
• Bulkley Valley District Hospital Palliative Care Fund
• Houston Health Centre Fund[4]

Status and Recognition

The Bulkley Valley Health Care and Hospital Foundation is recognized as a registered charity by the Canada Revenue Agency, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and eligibility to issue tax receipts for donations[5].

External Links

While contact and web links are not included here, the foundation maintains an active online presence where information on donations, events, and funding opportunities is regularly updated.

This organization plays a vital role in supporting and enhancing health care delivery in the Bulkley Valley area through community-driven philanthropy and strategic funding initiatives.