KGH Foundation

KGH Foundation

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

HealthMental healthMedical researchTax-deductible donations
CharityFounded 1978Regional reach
Profile last updated: May 3, 2026

About

Founded in 1978, KGH Foundation is a charity based in Kelowna, Canada working on health, mental health, medical research.

The KGH Foundation, established in 1978, is the lead fundraising organisation for Kelowna General Hospital and its associated care facilities, including JoeAnnas House and the Central Okanagan Hospice House. It raises donations for patient care, medical research, equipment and facility enhancements in the Southern Interior of British Columbia, and operates several businesses on site at the hospital, with their proceeds funding the Foundation. Its current priorities include a 40 million 'Closer to Home Than You Think' campaign, with 2.5 million targeted at the Kelowna General Hospital Emergency Department. The Foundation is a registered Canadian charity, also known as the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation.

Location

Kelowna, Canada

Founded

1978

Organisation type

Charity

Charity number

11897 8733 RR0001

Focus areas

health carehospital foundationKelowna General Hospitalemergency departmentmedical researchSouthern Interior BCfundraising

Languages

EN

Causes & programmes

Causes

HealthMental healthMedical research

Works for

PatientsCommunities

How they work

Grant-making

Programmes

Cardiac Care Innovation Fund

Health · Canada

Funds equipment and innovation in cardiac care at Kelowna General Hospital, including a 1M fund.

Cancer Care Innovation Fund

Health · Canada

Funds diagnostic and surgical equipment to improve cancer diagnosis and treatment at KGH.

Brain Health Innovation Fund

Health · Canada

Supports neurological care and research, including a Centre of Excellence in Brain Health at KGH.

Mental Health Collective Impact Fund

Mental health · Canada

Invests in system change for early intervention and prevention mental health programmes in the community.

Women's Health Innovation Fund

Health · Canada

Supports OBGYN services at KGH, including staffing, surgical equipment and innovation.

Indigenous Peoples Wellness Fund

Health · Canada

Supports health and wellness of Indigenous communities in the Okanagan.

Heart of BC 50/50

Health · Canada

Lottery fundraising draw that supports healthcare and healthier communities in the Southern Interior.

Countries of operation

Canada

Funding & support

Annual budget

over 19.29 million (2024/2025)

Funded by

Individual donationsEarned incomeLotteries

Ways to support

DonateMonthly givingVolunteerFundraiseShop

Trust

Tax-deductible donations

Credentials & affiliations

Partnerships

Kelowna General Hospital, JoeAnnas House, Central Okanagan Hospice House

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