November 18, 2024 – St. John’s, N.L. – The Health Care Foundation is celebrating a transformative $3 million gift to enhance cardiac care in Newfoundland and Labrador. This remarkable contribution comes from the collective generosity of three family foundations: the Brothers Family Foundation, the King Family Foundation, and the Pretty-Woodrow Foundation, each donating $1 million to advance critical cardiac services.
United by a shared vision to improve healthcare for all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians, the family foundations have made possible the modernization of the Cardiac Catheterization Labs at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s. These state-of-the-art labs play a vital role in diagnosing and treating heart conditions, serving patients from all areas of the province. By expanding service capacity and upgrading technology, the enhancements will expand access to life-saving procedures, shorten wait times, and elevate the quality of care delivered.
Cardiac care continues to be a growing priority in Newfoundland and Labrador. Through their generous support, these philanthropic families have advanced healthcare capabilities in the province, helping to ensure better outcomes and a healthier future for residents. This partnership underscores the power of collective generosity, demonstrating how shared vision and collaboration can drive meaningful change and elevate critical medical services for all communities.
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“The impact of these gifts cannot be overstated. Thanks to the generosity of the Brothers Family Foundation, the King Family Foundation, and the Pretty-Woodrow Foundation, we are taking a monumental step forward in cardiac care for Newfoundland and Labrador. These gifts are not just financial contributions; they are a long-term investment in the health of our community, ensuring that patients have access to the highest standard of care available.”
– Paul Snow, President and CEO, Health Care Foundation
“This donation allows the cardiac team to use the most modern cutting-edge equipment in the delivery of care to our patients. We can make a real difference as we diagnose and fix the heart disease in our patients.”
– Dr. Sean Connors, Clinical Chief of the Provincial Cardiac and Stroke Program, NL Health Services
“Our families share a belief in the importance of accessible, quality healthcare for everyone in Newfoundland and Labrador. By supporting the Cardiac Catheterization Labs, we aim to enhance the quality of care for individuals facing critical cardiac conditions. Together, we are proud to help build a brighter, healthier future for our province.”
– Erin and Brendan Brothers (Brothers Family Foundation), Melissa Barron and Jamie King (King Family Foundation), and Janine Woodrow and Raymond Pretty (Pretty-Woodrow Foundation)
About the Health Care Foundation
The Health Care Foundation advances adult healthcare across Newfoundland and Labrador, providing critical support to NL Health Services. Thanks to the generosity of its donors, the Health Care Foundation funds cutting-edge equipment, innovative programs, research, and education that enable world-class patient care close to home. With initiatives spanning cardiac care, mental health, women’s health, and emergency services, the Health Care Foundation is dedicated to creating healthier futures for the province’s residents and strengthening the healthcare system for generations to come.
Learn more:
- Website: Health Care Foundation.
- Blog: Support local cardiac care.
Media contact:
Samantha Harding
Director, Marketing and Communications
Health Care Foundation
(709) 687-9707
samantha.harding@healthcarefoundation.ca
