Bethesda Foundation re-launches Caring Together Capital Campaign

September 30, 2024

Bethesda Foundation has announced the re-launch of its largest ever capital fundraising campaign. The Caring Together Campaign began in an informal capacity a number of years ago, with funds being raised to complete the Bethesda Primary Care Centre, Stonebridge Wellness Centre, and the expansion at Rest Haven Care Home. Now Bethesda Foundation wants to engage the entire community in the campaign, to raise funds for some additional much-needed healthcare services.

“The goal of $22mill is an aggressive one, but not an impossible one.” says Linda Peters, Executive Director for Bethesda Foundation.  “$16mill has already been raised over the past number of years, so we only have $6mill to go!”

Current projects include a new and expanded surgical department and an enhanced palliative care department at Bethesda Regional Health Centre.  The current surgical department at the hospital was built in the 1960s, and has long been in need of an upgrade, so that we can continue performing surgeries and attracting quality surgeons to our community.  Bethesda Foundation also has a vision to provide enhanced palliative care services to Steinbach and area. They want to create a space that is a peaceful, home-like environment, for those who require end-of-life care. This facility would have private rooms for patient dignity, a view of green space to promote tranquil and serene surroundings, and spaces for families to gather.

“Keeping healthcare services close to home is always our goal,” says Peters “And we look forward to seeing the community participate with us to make these projects a reality during our Caring Together Campaign.”