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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.

Here’s how you can help

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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the coordinated care that saved Ligia’s life 

Meet Ligia. When doctors at Hamilton General Hospital determined that a cancerous tumour was causing the pain in her arm, they immediately set to work. 

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Our community in action

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

  • Michelle is stepping into the ring for a cause close to her heart: her son Lincoln and the incredible care he receives at McMaster Children’s Hospital. 💪❤️ Lincoln, who lives with cystic fibrosis, has been supported by @McMasterChildren’s Hospital since birth, and now Michelle is giving back by training and fundraising for Champions for Charity. Every punch she throws is for the donor-supported care, compassion, and innovation that help kids like Lincoln thrive. Let’s rally behind Michelle and MacKids to ensure every child gets the care they deserve. Donate to Michelle’s fundraising efforts here: Michelle “65 Roses” Clark - 2026 Champions for Charity 🙌 #ChampionsForCharity #MacKids #FightForACause
  • Over the past few years, we have invested in several pieces of equipment for the Labour & Delivery department, including Oculan lighting equipment used by surgical teams during cesarean deliveries. These lights support precision during critical moments in childbirth when surgeons must work quickly and carefully. Women’s health care has progressed through decades of advocacy, philanthropy and research. Today, we continue that progress by investing in equipment that allows us to provide the best quality of care for new mothers. This investment was made possible thanks to the generosity and kindness of Old Republic Canada and McDonald's, Owned and operated by the Steeves Family in Hamilton. Visit our website (link in bio) to learn more about how we're funding the future of women's health care. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHealth #WomenInHealthcare #WomenInSTEM
  • A cancer diagnosis can change everything in an instant. For a cancer patient, knowing you're surrounded by compassionate people makes the journey feel a little more manageable. Each donation is a reminder to patients like Areej that they don't have to face cancer alone. Your generosity creates hope and changes lives. Learn more and donate today at the link in our bio. #HamiltonHealthSciences #JuravinskiCancerCentre #CancerCare #Donate
Michelle is stepping into the ring for a cause close to her heart: her son Lincoln and the incredible care he receives at McMaster Children’s Hospital. 💪❤️ Lincoln, who lives with cystic fibrosis, has been supported by @McMasterChildren’s Hospital since birth, and now Michelle is giving back by training and fundraising for Champions for Charity. Every punch she throws is for the donor-supported care, compassion, and innovation that help kids like Lincoln thrive. Let’s rally behind Michelle and MacKids to ensure every child gets the care they deserve. Donate to Michelle’s fundraising efforts here: Michelle “65 Roses” Clark - 2026 Champions for Charity 🙌 #ChampionsForCharity #MacKids #FightForACause
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Michelle is stepping into the ring for a cause close to her heart: her son Lincoln and the incredible care he receives at McMaster Children’s Hospital. 💪❤️ Lincoln, who lives with cystic fibrosis, has been supported by @McMasterChildren’s Hospital since birth, and now Michelle is giving back by training and fundraising for Champions for Charity. Every punch she throws is for the donor-supported care, compassion, and innovation that help kids like Lincoln thrive. Let’s rally behind Michelle and MacKids to ensure every child gets the care they deserve. Donate to Michelle’s fundraising efforts here: Michelle “65 Roses” Clark - 2026 Champions for Charity 🙌 #ChampionsForCharity #MacKids #FightForACause
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Over the past few years, we have invested in several pieces of equipment for the Labour & Delivery department, including Oculan lighting equipment used by surgical teams during cesarean deliveries. These lights support precision during critical moments in childbirth when surgeons must work quickly and carefully. Women’s health care has progressed through decades of advocacy, philanthropy and research. Today, we continue that progress by investing in equipment that allows us to provide the best quality of care for new mothers. This investment was made possible thanks to the generosity and kindness of Old Republic Canada and McDonald's, Owned and operated by the Steeves Family in Hamilton. Visit our website (link in bio) to learn more about how we're funding the future of women's health care. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHealth #WomenInHealthcare #WomenInSTEM
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A cancer diagnosis can change everything in an instant. For a cancer patient, knowing you're surrounded by compassionate people makes the journey feel a little more manageable. Each donation is a reminder to patients like Areej that they don't have to face cancer alone. Your generosity creates hope and changes lives. Learn more and donate today at the link in our bio. #HamiltonHealthSciences #JuravinskiCancerCentre #CancerCare #Donate
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A cancer diagnosis can change everything in an instant. For a cancer patient, knowing you're surrounded by compassionate people makes the journey feel a little more manageable. Each donation is a reminder to patients like Areej that they don't have to face cancer alone. Your generosity creates hope and changes lives. Learn more and donate today at the link in our bio. #HamiltonHealthSciences #JuravinskiCancerCentre #CancerCare #Donate
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