On Friday (June 7th), 650 people turned out for the South Huron Hospital Foundation’s 15th Annual Gala.
Executive Director Krista McCann shared her excitement about the evening, which saw an astonishing $215,000 raised in just three minutes – she expressed her confidence in the community’s unwavering support.
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A big kick start to their fundraising efforts, the Exeter Masonic Lodge matched the first $50,000 in donations.
The gala, themed “Make a Splash with Us,” featured bold colors and an atmosphere that McCann described as vibrant and positive. Attendees were clearly enjoying themselves, creating an infectious energy that lasted throughout the night.
Adding to the night’s excitement were the keynote speakers Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath.
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The comedic duo, who McCann said were marked with their down-to-earth and humble nature, had the crowd on the edge of their seats with a series of improv skits.
A highlight of the evening was the official announcement of a new clinic project, a significant undertaking that McCann acknowledges is ambitious but achievable.
McCann says that she believes the community is up to the task | Photo by B. Shakyaver
Drawing on the success of Jessica’s House, a $3 million project completed in under two years, McCann conveyed her belief in the community’s ability to rally around this new, and substantially larger $15 million project.
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Written by: B. Shakyaver
