Individual giving, collective impact. That’s the theme for our 2025 campaign, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with you! For the past 11 years, I’ve had the privilege of leading this incredible campaign. If you’ve seen me at events, you know how passionate I am about Federated Health and its foundation in individual giving.
Before joining Federated Health, I worked with charities funded by grants, foundations, and other large-scale donors. When I first encountered Federated Health, I assumed the over $1.5 million raised annually came from similar sources. Imagine my surprise when I learned that every single dollar came from individual donors – provincial government employees from across Ontario! This revelation inspired me to get involved.
Once I started working with Federated Health and interacting with the recipient charities, I saw firsthand the incredible impact of these funds. I learned the value of consistent, reliable funding that charities can plan for and depend on, enabling them to provide sustainable support and programs for those affected by illness. I also discovered the amazing investments Federated Health’s donations have made in research for better treatments and cures, contributing to significant advancements.
Leading my first campaign was a revelation. I saw the impactful dollars coming from employees donating a few dollars from each paycheque, volunteers running bake sales to raise a couple of hundred dollars, new employees with limited disposable income managing to donate $5, and people having fun buying lottery tickets in hopes of winning the grand prize. I witnessed employees engaging, challenging, laughing, and sharing personal stories with one another. And that first year I saw how the spirit of giving culminated in another incredible sum of money raised for the charities, and it hasn’t stopped since.
The collective impact achieved through individual giving has always been the draw for me with Federated Health. It’s what makes it so unique and powerful. I am proud to be one of the individuals contributing to this collective impact, and I appreciate every one of you who has contributed over the years.
As we launch this year’s campaign, let’s shine a light on our theme. Here’s to another year of Individual giving, collective impact!
As always, don’t hesitate to contact me anytime. I’d love to hear from you!
Warm regards,
