A heartfelt thank you to everyone who laced up their running shoes and joined us for this year’s RUN FOR HOPE – Walk Run & Have Fun! Thanks to the incredible support from our participants, donors, and sponsors, the event raised an impressive $4,100. These funds have already gone towards purchasing a much-needed Adult Positioning Chair for the Medical Imaging Department at Fraser Canyon Hospital.
“We couldn’t be more grateful for the community’s overwhelming participation,” says Liz Harris, Executive Director of the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF). “The success of this event demonstrates just how powerful coming together can be. With this new chair, we’ll be able to offer even more comfort and precision during medical imaging procedures, which is a game-changer for patient care.”
This year’s RUN FOR HOPE brought together over 100 runners, walkers, families, and even their four-legged friends for a scenic 5K loop along the Coquihalla River and through Thacker Park. From seasoned athletes to stroller-pushers, it was an unforgettable day for everyone.
“I would like to extend a special thank you to the Auxiliary to Fraser Canyon Hospital., whose partnership and enthusiasm helped make this year’s event the best attended,” shared Robert Beischer, Fund Development Coordinator FVHCF.
Garrison Running Co was onsite to mark the trail and make sure everyone made it out and back, Denise Pascucci who led the runners in a fun warm up, while Hope McDonald’s provided both financial support and much needed refreshments for both runners and volunteers alike.
The FVHCF and the Auxiliary to the Fraser Canyon Hospital are proud to see the direct impact of these donations. “Every step taken on October 5th contributed to making Fraser Canyon Hospital an even better place for patients in our community,” said Beischer.
Stay tuned for more exciting events in the future! Together, we’re making a real difference in health care for the people of Hope and beyond.
For more information about upcoming events or to continue supporting the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation, please visit fvhcf.ca or call us at 1-877-661-0314.
