A night of Greek splendour evolved into a $417,893 fundraising event for the Lloydminster Region Health Foundation (LRHF).
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The LRHF’s 23rd annual gala, held April 25 at the Lloyd Ex’s WLS Convention Centre, featured fun, food, family and fundraising.
“We’re extremely grateful for the overwhelming success of the event and the generosity of our community, volunteers, sponsors and everybody who steps up to make this event what it is,” said LRHF CEO Stephanie Munro.
“The amount raised was overwhelming and it shows how healthcare is top-of-mind for so many people in the
community.”
As always, funds raised go toward the foundation’s greatest-needs fund, which supported community seniors this year.
“The greatest needs fund allows us to act quickly and promptly when certain things arise in our commiunity,” said Munro.
“This year, we raised funds for a new ice machine, a blanket warmer and new air mattress beds for the Pioneer House and Pioneer Lodge.”
From new-born babies to 100-year-old retirees, Munro explained the LRHF does what it can to support all residents of the community.
“We are able to help members of the community thanks to the generous support of our donors who step up year after year to attend our gala,” she said.
“The event is a fundraising event, but it’s also an opportunity to say thank you to our donors who do so much for our community. It gives our donors a beautiful night out, an amazing meal, great entertainment and the ability to mingle and enjoy a sense of community.”
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