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Your support directly impacts the care you and your families get from birth to your golden years and everything in between. When you donate, you fund the tools, spaces, and research needed for better health outcomes, more comfort, and faster healing across Hamilton Health Sciences.

Top-tier excellence in health care is a hallmark of Hamilton Health Sciences hospitals and is made possible in part by our incredible donor community. Your generous gifts bridge the gaps between government-funded operating costs, salaries, and capital project contributions to provide a world-class level of care.

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Big things happen when communities come together

$17.8

Million

disbursed across life-saving equipment, research, critical patient spaces and education.

3

million residents

Within our region of care receive our highly specialized care.

72

Beds

McMaster Children's Hospital has the largest neo-natal intensive care unit in Canada.

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Every gift has the power to save a life. Whether it’s in honour, in memory, or simply from the heart, your generous donation helps deliver life-saving care when it’s needed most.

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Rally your team and make a big impact. From volunteering and sponsorships to matching gifts and partnerships, there are countless powerful ways your group or business can support Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation.

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By including Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation in your will, estate plans, or investments, you’ll create a legacy that supports life-changing care and empowers future generations to thrive.

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Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation events bring our community together to support life-changing care. Each one helps raise critical funds for patients and families across our hospitals.

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Looking to give back? Volunteer with Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation! It’s a meaningful way to support patients, families and hospital programs across our community.

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Your health is
what inspires us

At Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation, our mission is to advance health care through groundbreaking research, exceptional care and heartfelt support. Through the generosity of our donors, we make a difference by supporting patients, families, and care teams across the region at Hamilton General Hospital, McMaster Children’s Hospital, Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre, and St. Peter’s Hospital.

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With your family from day one.
That’s MacKids.

McMaster Children’s Hospital is one of Canada’s top pediatric centres, providing expert care in cancer, mental health and neonatology. Your support helps families access life-saving care in the moments that matter most.

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A closer look at our journey, our people and what drives us—day in, day out.

  • In 1998, Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation reached an important milestone: distributing its first $1 million to support patient care. What began as a commitment to strengthening community health care has grown into five decades of generosity, innovation, and support. Every donation, every fundraiser, and every supporter has helped advance world-class care for patients and families across our region. As we celebrate 50 years, we're proud to look back on moments like these that helped build the foundation for the impact we make today. Donate today at hamiltonhealth.ca to help shape the next 50 years of life-changing health care, ensuring patients and families have access to exceptional care when they need it most. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #HHSF #50YearsOfImpact
  • We are proud to recognize our community partners, whose ongoing support continues to make a meaningful difference to patients and families across our region. 💙 1️⃣ Aaliyah at Costco ✨ A big thank you to Costco employees and members for helping raise more than $500,000 in support of #MacKids. Special thanks to MacKid Aaliyah, who visited Costco stores throughout the campaign to help inspire support. 2️⃣Huntington Park School 🤝 A huge thank you to the students at Huntington Park School for raising $1,500 in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital! Your dedication and compassion make a real difference for children and families across our region. 3️⃣Kate at Walmart 🛍️ A special thank you to MacKid and 2026 Children's Miracle Network Ambassador Kate, who visited Walmart stores throughout the campaign to help engage and inspire supporters. 4️⃣John Bear Hamilton 🚗 A heartfelt thank you to John Bear Hamilton for their incredible support over the past 26 years. Through cumulative donations totaling $185,155.01, they have helped advance patient care and make a meaningful difference across our hospitals. @johnbearhamilton. 5️⃣Silent Art Auction for World Autism Day 💙 Thank you to the dedicated team behind the Autism Program for organizing another successful Silent Art Auction for World Autism Awareness Day! This annual event showcases art that has been created by children and youth and invites families to drop in, browse the artwork, and place bids on their favourite pieces. 6️⃣Ryan William Charity Golf Tournament ⛳ The annual Ryan William Charity Golf Tournament, hosted by the Ryan William Foundation, took place earlier this month and hit an exciting fundraising milestone. The Foundation, with supporters, raised the most they ever have in a single year, with $4,613.73 directed towards women's health at McMaster Children's Hospital. @sarahdemaiter
  • It all started in 2012. 🚲 What began as a walk in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital has grown into a cherished tradition that continues to bring our region together for kids. Earlier this month, hundreds of participants once again took to the track for MacKids Walk & Wheel, carrying forward a legacy of generosity and compassion that has been making a difference for more than a decade. Thanks to the dedication of participants, donors and sponsors, Walk & Wheel has helped fund specialized equipment, innovative programs and exceptional pediatric care for children and families across our region. Every step taken and every wheel rolled continues to create brighter futures for young patients. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #MacKids #HHSF50 #walkandwheel
In 1998, Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation reached an important milestone: distributing its first $1 million to support patient care. What began as a commitment to strengthening community health care has grown into five decades of generosity, innovation, and support. Every donation, every fundraiser, and every supporter has helped advance world-class care for patients and families across our region. As we celebrate 50 years, we're proud to look back on moments like these that helped build the foundation for the impact we make today. Donate today at hamiltonhealth.ca to help shape the next 50 years of life-changing health care, ensuring patients and families have access to exceptional care when they need it most. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #HHSF #50YearsOfImpact
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In 1998, Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation reached an important milestone: distributing its first $1 million to support patient care. What began as a commitment to strengthening community health care has grown into five decades of generosity, innovation, and support. Every donation, every fundraiser, and every supporter has helped advance world-class care for patients and families across our region. As we celebrate 50 years, we're proud to look back on moments like these that helped build the foundation for the impact we make today. Donate today at hamiltonhealth.ca to help shape the next 50 years of life-changing health care, ensuring patients and families have access to exceptional care when they need it most. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #HHSF #50YearsOfImpact
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We are proud to recognize our community partners, whose ongoing support continues to make a meaningful difference to patients and families across our region. 💙 1️⃣ Aaliyah at Costco ✨ A big thank you to Costco employees and members for helping raise more than $500,000 in support of #MacKids. Special thanks to MacKid Aaliyah, who visited Costco stores throughout the campaign to help inspire support. 2️⃣Huntington Park School 🤝 A huge thank you to the students at Huntington Park School for raising $1,500 in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital! Your dedication and compassion make a real difference for children and families across our region. 3️⃣Kate at Walmart 🛍️ A special thank you to MacKid and 2026 Children's Miracle Network Ambassador Kate, who visited Walmart stores throughout the campaign to help engage and inspire supporters. 4️⃣John Bear Hamilton 🚗 A heartfelt thank you to John Bear Hamilton for their incredible support over the past 26 years. Through cumulative donations totaling $185,155.01, they have helped advance patient care and make a meaningful difference across our hospitals. @johnbearhamilton. 5️⃣Silent Art Auction for World Autism Day 💙 Thank you to the dedicated team behind the Autism Program for organizing another successful Silent Art Auction for World Autism Awareness Day! This annual event showcases art that has been created by children and youth and invites families to drop in, browse the artwork, and place bids on their favourite pieces. 6️⃣Ryan William Charity Golf Tournament ⛳ The annual Ryan William Charity Golf Tournament, hosted by the Ryan William Foundation, took place earlier this month and hit an exciting fundraising milestone. The Foundation, with supporters, raised the most they ever have in a single year, with $4,613.73 directed towards women's health at McMaster Children's Hospital. @sarahdemaiter
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We are proud to recognize our community partners, whose ongoing support continues to make a meaningful difference to patients and families across our region. 💙 1️⃣ Aaliyah at Costco ✨ A big thank you to Costco employees and members for helping raise more than $500,000 in support of #MacKids. Special thanks to MacKid Aaliyah, who visited Costco stores throughout the campaign to help inspire support. 2️⃣Huntington Park School 🤝 A huge thank you to the students at Huntington Park School for raising $1,500 in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital! Your dedication and compassion make a real difference for children and families across our region. 3️⃣Kate at Walmart 🛍️ A special thank you to MacKid and 2026 Children's Miracle Network Ambassador Kate, who visited Walmart stores throughout the campaign to help engage and inspire supporters. 4️⃣John Bear Hamilton 🚗 A heartfelt thank you to John Bear Hamilton for their incredible support over the past 26 years. Through cumulative donations totaling $185,155.01, they have helped advance patient care and make a meaningful difference across our hospitals. @johnbearhamilton. 5️⃣Silent Art Auction for World Autism Day 💙 Thank you to the dedicated team behind the Autism Program for organizing another successful Silent Art Auction for World Autism Awareness Day! This annual event showcases art that has been created by children and youth and invites families to drop in, browse the artwork, and place bids on their favourite pieces. 6️⃣Ryan William Charity Golf Tournament ⛳ The annual Ryan William Charity Golf Tournament, hosted by the Ryan William Foundation, took place earlier this month and hit an exciting fundraising milestone. The Foundation, with supporters, raised the most they ever have in a single year, with $4,613.73 directed towards women's health at McMaster Children's Hospital. @sarahdemaiter
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It all started in 2012. 🚲 What began as a walk in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital has grown into a cherished tradition that continues to bring our region together for kids. Earlier this month, hundreds of participants once again took to the track for MacKids Walk & Wheel, carrying forward a legacy of generosity and compassion that has been making a difference for more than a decade. Thanks to the dedication of participants, donors and sponsors, Walk & Wheel has helped fund specialized equipment, innovative programs and exceptional pediatric care for children and families across our region. Every step taken and every wheel rolled continues to create brighter futures for young patients. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #MacKids #HHSF50 #walkandwheel
It all started in 2012. 🚲 What began as a walk in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital has grown into a cherished tradition that continues to bring our region together for kids. Earlier this month, hundreds of participants once again took to the track for MacKids Walk & Wheel, carrying forward a legacy of generosity and compassion that has been making a difference for more than a decade. Thanks to the dedication of participants, donors and sponsors, Walk & Wheel has helped fund specialized equipment, innovative programs and exceptional pediatric care for children and families across our region. Every step taken and every wheel rolled continues to create brighter futures for young patients. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #MacKids #HHSF50 #walkandwheel
It all started in 2012. 🚲 What began as a walk in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital has grown into a cherished tradition that continues to bring our region together for kids. Earlier this month, hundreds of participants once again took to the track for MacKids Walk & Wheel, carrying forward a legacy of generosity and compassion that has been making a difference for more than a decade. Thanks to the dedication of participants, donors and sponsors, Walk & Wheel has helped fund specialized equipment, innovative programs and exceptional pediatric care for children and families across our region. Every step taken and every wheel rolled continues to create brighter futures for young patients. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #MacKids #HHSF50 #walkandwheel
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It all started in 2012. 🚲 What began as a walk in support of McMaster Children’s Hospital has grown into a cherished tradition that continues to bring our region together for kids. Earlier this month, hundreds of participants once again took to the track for MacKids Walk & Wheel, carrying forward a legacy of generosity and compassion that has been making a difference for more than a decade. Thanks to the dedication of participants, donors and sponsors, Walk & Wheel has helped fund specialized equipment, innovative programs and exceptional pediatric care for children and families across our region. Every step taken and every wheel rolled continues to create brighter futures for young patients. 💙 Learn more through the link in our bio. #MacKids #HHSF50 #walkandwheel
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