Never underestimate a kid's desire to want to help those in need. When Kayla Paddison, age 8, knew her friend’s mom was sick in the hospital, she wanted to help her and others in the hospital. With the enthusiasm that only children seem to possess, Kayla and her older sister Megan, 10, went to work collecting donations for the PECMH Foundation during the fall of 2011. Unbeknownst to their parents Mark and Karen, the girls rode their bikes up and down their road asking their neighbours for donations for the hospital. It wasn’t until some of the neighbours called the Paddison’s that Mark and Karen were made privy to what the girls had been doing. Kayla and Megan, who live on the Burr Road in Ameliasburg and attend Sophiasburgh Central School, collected a total of $60.00 for the Foundation, which will be directed toward the campaign for digital mammography and ultrasound equipment, currently underway at PECMH. Larry Matheson, president of the PECMH Foundation met with the girls and commended them on their hard work and initiative. “It is just super to see young people like Kayla and Megan fundraising for our hospital. We are so proud of their efforts,” he said. Pictured here from left on January 27, 2012 is the Paddison’s family physician, Dr. Blair Scrivens, Megan Paddison, Kayla Paddison and Larry Matheson. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Korean-Canadian Community Centre of Great Eastern Ontario have been donating the net proceeds of Nevada ticket sales to the Hospital Foundation since 1998. The tickets are sold at Thorne's Variety in Picton and to-date have raised almost $70,000.00. Store owners, James and Annie Kim recently presented an additional $2,208.00, which will be directed to the digital mammography and ultrasound campaign currently underway at PECMH. This type of community support is vital as the government DOES NOT provide funds to purchase medical equipment. Pictured here on January 18 from left, Annie Kim, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation, James Kim and Larry Matheson, president of the PECMH Foundation. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation was pleased to receive a $1,000.00 donation from the Estate of Anna Kleinsteuber (nee Allen). Anna was a patient at the Picton Dialysis Clinic, which is where her donation was directed and a plaque honouring her gift was placed on the Dialysis donor wall. Pictured here on January 4, 2012 from left are Larry Matheson, president of the PECMH Foundation, Pat Broad, daughter of Anna and Teresa Sager, Dialysis Clinic charge nurse. The MacSteven Dialysis Clinic officially opened on September 9, 2002. Patients receive treatment three times a week, for three to five hours. Patients in Prince Edward County no longer have to drive to Belleville or Kingston - they remain closer to home, where they belong. Photo: Briar Boyce

Members of the Ladies Twilight Golf League at the Wellington on the Lake Golf Course raised $3,000.00 over their 2011 season. They are directing this donation toward the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation's $750,000.00 Campaign for Digital Mammography and Ultrasound equipment, currently underway at QHC PECM. The purchase of this equipment will ensure that breast screening services can remain in Picton and that local residents have access to state-of-the-art ultrasound tests close-to-home. Presenting the donation on behalf of Ladies Twilight Golf from left are Erin Traer, Sheila Morden, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation, Flo Boyce and Sandi Farquhar. Photo: Briar Boyce

Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation Executive Director, Anna Marie Ferguson was delighted to receive a $1,000 donation the Wellington 160 Seniors Club, presented by Jim Waterfall. The funds support the launch of a $750,000 campaign for a new ultrasound and digital mammography equipment. Photo: Briar Boyce

The donor recognition wall was unveiled at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, November 23, 2011. The wall pays homage to PEC's geographic beauty and recognizes a donor's accumulative giving. Photo: Briar Boyce

Susan Harrington from the Prince Edward County Agricultural Society presented a cheque for $910.00 to Anna Marie Ferguson of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation on October 28, 2011. The money was raised at the Bake-Off Challenge held at this year's Picton Fair. The Agricultural Society and the Foundation would like to thank the EMS Paramedics and the Prince Edward O.P.P. for their participation and entries. Also to be thanked are the judges, Don Stanton, past president of the PECMH Foundation, Don King, co-owner of Portabella Restaurant and Foundation Director Monica Alyea. Special thanks goes to Auctioneer Creighton Carr as well as those who bid on a cake or pie. Photo: Briar Boyce

Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation treasurer Leo Finnegan, and executive director Anna Marie Ferguson were delighted to receive a $50,000 donation from the PEC Hospital Auxiliary, presented by president Fran Donaldson. The funds support the launch of a $750,000 campaign for a new ultrasound and digital mammography equipment. The Auxiliary pledges to present another $100,000 by year end and hopes to forward an additional $100,000 in 2012. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Campaign for Digital Mammography launched at PECMH on Tuesday, October 25. The Foundation received an immediate boost toward the $750,000 goal with a $1,000 donation from McDougall Insurance Brokers. Pictured here from left are Foundation President, Larry Matheson, Don Stanton on McDougall Insurance, QHC CEO and President, Mary Clare Egberts, Foundation Executive Director, Anna Marie Ferguson and Foundation Vice President and Treasurer, Leo Finnegan. Photo: Susan Rowe

On Thursday, October 6, 2011, the organizers of the County Marathon presented a cheque for $5,000.00 to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation from the 2010 marathon, which will be directed toward the purchase of medical equipment. Pictured here from left are Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the Foundation, Lisa Lindsay, race manager for the County Marathon and Dr. Amber Hayward-Stewart, marathon doctor. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Wellington on the Lake Shuffleboard Club presented the PECMH Foundation with a cheque for $360.00 on September 15, 2011. The money was raised at their shuffleboard corn roast in August. They had 174 residents attend their corn roast. Their contribution will be directed toward the purchase of medical equipment. Pictured here from left is Len Newman, Anna Marie Ferguson and Jo Anne Newman. Photo: Briar Boyce

Picton Home Hardware and Building Supplies held an electronics recycling day on June 26th. The depot was buzzing the entire day with people bringing in old televisions, computers and electronics enough to fill three tractor trailers in support of Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. The e-waste day brought in $4,836.76 which will be directed towards the purchase of state-of-the-art medical equipment for our doctors, nurses and technologists. Pictured here on September 15, 2011 are Home Hardware staff members who volunteered their time for the e-waste day. From left: Jesse Wilson, Chrissy Busscher, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation and Dwayne Gibson. Photo: Briar Boyce

For the month of July, the Picton LCBO identified the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation as their charity of choice for patron donations. Donation boxes were positioned at each cash register and our community generously donated a total of $3,446.50. The Foundation wishes to thank Judy, Michelle, Joanne, Bobbi Jo, Caitlin, Krista, Betsy, Marilyn, Ashley, Caitlyn and Shannon who enthusiastically encouraged support of our Hospital and to all who made a contribution. All donations to our Hospital Foundation assist with the purchase of urgent medical equipment at our Hospital to which this donation will be directed. Thank you from our doctors, nurses, technologists and our patients who benefit directly from community donations like the LCBO's. Pictured here on August 5, 2011 at the Picton store from left are LCBO Customer Service Representatives Shannon Lazure, Caitlyn Gazley, Marilyn Howarth, Ashley McIntee and Judy Reeks. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation was pleased to be the recipient of $700.00 from the 3rd annual Quinte Bluegrass Celebration at the Quinte Isle Camp Park in June. The money was raised through a silent auction that was part of the celebration. Pictured here on August 4, 2011 are Rhonda Johnston, representative from Investors Group, who were the lead sponsor for the Bluegrass Celebration and Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation. This donation will be directed toward medical equipment needs at PECM Hospital. The hosts of the 3 day event is Doug De Boer and Melissa Sherman of” Hard Ryde” Bluegrass Band. Hard Ryde is one the top Bluegrass Bands in Canada. The event was held at Salmon Point’s “Quinte Isle Campark” in June, which showcased other top US and Canadian Bluegrass Bands. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation was pleased to receive a donation in the amount of $200 from the Sheba's Island Annual Summer Picnic 2010. The picnic, which is entering its 24th year brings past and present residents of Sheba's Island together for a day of games, food and togetherness to meet and re-meet neighbours. Pictured here on July 20, 2011 from left is Dusty Graham, resident of Sheba's Island, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation and Marlene Tompkins, organizer and resident of Sheba's Island. For more information, please contact Marlene at 613-393-5585. Old and new friends gather, hugs and kisses all around Camaraderie, glad handing, such a cheerful sound. Mid August, our calendars are marked with the date, For our annual Island Picnic, we all eagerly await! Pat has hung Wilf's rosary in a most honourable place, Ensuring favourable weather prevailing upon our happy space. Jerry, Marlene and Greg each took their turn at the grill, While hungry merrymakers eagerly awaited the usual thrill Of seasoned sausage, back bacon, Hagerman's corn on the cob, Yes our Sheba's Island neighbours were a hungry mob! Joan, Dusty and Ellie, at the entrance did warmly meet All Islanders who wandered in from the car lined street, Carrying their goodies, chairs and coolers in full tow Each year our crowd seems to grow, grow and grow! Thanks for the donations to the welcoming hat, Picton Memorial Hospital received a portion of that. In his inimitable manner, Mayor Dusty welcomed all, "Irish Road Bowling's the game - pylons, partners and a ball." Bob Abbott volunteered to be the keeper of the score. When it came to competition, the partners made quite a "Roar"! Cars and trucks were re-routed, some even made to stop! We were all grateful none complained that we carried a wee drop. Salads, casseroles, platters, the buffet was as usual Great! Each and every person amply filled their plate. Onto rich desserts…all decadent to be sure. Today no calories counted, the figures would be a blur! As our evening wound down, Bill's squeeze-box sounds sublime, Welcomed the evening's sunset, as we soon lost track of time. A crackling bonfire in the background, threw warm, inviting sparks. As we packed up our gear and headed home in the near dark. Thanks again to one and all who celebrated for a wee while, In the community of Sheba's Isle friendship is never out of style! To each and every one of you who came or were not able Those absent were sorely missed at our summer table. May good health prevail, rich adventures be yours, Until we gather again in our Sheba's Island outdoors! - poem submitted by Jacqueline Chambers

The Wellington on the Lake Woodcrafters group presented the PECMH Foundation with a cheque for $436.09 on June 13, 2011. The money was raised at their 13th annual barbecue for the residents of Wellington on the Lake. The Woodcrafters had 191 people feast on chicken on a bun and salads prepared by many of the Woodcrafters wives. Their contribution will be directed toward the purchase of medical equipment. Pictured here from left is Wilf Taylor, vice president of the woodcrafters group, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation and Wilf Durham, treasurer of the woodcrafters group. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary President Susan Law presented the PECMH Foundation's president with a $50,000 donation at the Auxiliary's Annual General Meeting on May 18. The Foundation appreciates the ongoing financial support of the Auxiliary to assist with purchasing medical equipment. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Dressing Room & Friends’ “FASHION FOR A CAUSE” Fashion Show & Auction was held on April 21st at the Wellington & District Community Centre. With the support of over 200 people who enjoyed the fine fashions and wonderful auction items, over $8,600 was raised for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation. A very special thank you is extended to Lori Foster and her staff who worked very hard to organize this event, as well as all who attended. Pictured here on May 4 from left are Lori Foster, owner of the Dressing Room, Cheryl Tremaine from the Dressing Room and Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation.

For the month of January, the Picton LCBO identified the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation as their charity of choice for patron donations. Donation boxes were positioned at each cash and our community generously donated a total of $1,438.40. The Foundation wishes to thank Judy, Michelle, Jo Anne, Marilyn and Betsy who encouraged support of our Hospital and to all who made a contribution. All donations to our Hospital Foundation assist with the purchase of urgent medical equipment at our Hospital to which this donation will be directed. Thank you from our doctors, nurses, technologists and our patients who benefit directly from community donations like the LCBO's. Pictured here on February 3, 2011 at the Picton store from left are LCBO Customer Service Representatives Michelle Lavender, Judy Reeks, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation and Jo Anne Slaven. Missing from the photo are LCBO employees Marilyn Howarth and Betsy Cole. Photo: Briar Boyce

Wellington Elks Lodge #566 was pleased to present the PECMH Foundation with a donation of $200 toward the purchase of an Argon Plasma Coagulator for our Operating Room. An Argon Plasma Coagulator or "APC" is a very effective technology used in endoscopy procedures. The procedure involves directing a small jet of argon gas or plasma with a special probe that can be passed through a gastroscope or colonoscope. This technology is extremely valuable in treating ulcers and small, flat bleeding lesions or polyps found in the gastrointestinal system during colonoscopy or gastroscopy. The development of this technology over recent years has generated excitement because of its effectiveness and safety.Although not used with every procedure, this equipment will still be a key feature and offering of the endoscopy service at QHC Prince Edward County where more than 2,000 endoscopy procedures are performed annually. Pictured here on January 19 presenting the cheque on behalf of the Wellignton Elks Lodge is Ron Hough, treasurer and first vice president of the Ontario Elks Association and Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 160 in Wellington was pleased to present the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a cheque for $1,000.00 towards the purchase of an Argon Plasma Coagulator for our Operating Room. An Argon Plasma Coagulator or "APC" is a very effective technology used in endoscopy procedures. The procedure involves directing a small jet of argon gas or plasma with a special probe that can be passed through a gastroscope or colonoscope. This technology is extremely valuable in treating ulcers and small, flat bleeding lesions or polyps found in the gastrointestinal system during colonoscopy or gastroscopy. The development of this technology over recent years has generated excitement because of its effectiveness and safety.Although not used with every procedure, this equipment will still be a key feature and offering of the endoscopy service at QHC Prince Edward County where more than 2,000 endoscopy procedures are performed annually. Pictured here on December 17, 2010 from left are Ken Taylor, second vice president of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 160, Cline Pierson, PECMH Foundation board member, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the Foundation, Garth Manning, PECMH Foundation board member, Don Stanton, Foundation president and George Sainsbury, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 160 president. Photo: Briar Boyce

The PECMH Foundation was pleased to receive a $1,000 gift from the RBC Foundation toward the annual Christmas Appeal. Pictured here from left are Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation, Don Stanton, president of the PECMH Foundation, Lisa Thompson, vice president and portfolio manager of RBC Dominion Securities and Larry Matheson, vice president of the PECMH Foundation. Photo: Briar Boyce

Mike Slatter, committee member with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 78 Picton poppy campaign was pleased to present Don Stanton with a donation of $1,000.00 from this year's poppy campaign. The donation will be used towards this year's Christmas Appeal, which will purchase an Argon Plasma Coagulator for our Operation Room at QHC PECM. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Rotary Club of Picton was pleased to present the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a cheque for $1,000.00 on September 10, 2010. The funds were raised at "Come Together", the evening of music held on June 12, 2010 at the Regent Theatre featuring Monique Michaud and friends. Pictured here from left are Paul Van Vlack, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation, Larry Matheson, Rotarian and vice president of the Foundation and Jim Wait, Rotary president. The funds will be used to assist in the purchase of priority medical equipment at Quinte Health Care Prince Edward County Memorial. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation was the grateful recipient of a $17,000.00 grant from the Stark Family Fund on June 30, 2010. The grant money will be used to purchase an Electrocardiograph (ECG) machine for our Hospital. An ECG (also EKG or electrocardiograph) machine works by detecting and amplifying the tiny electrical changes on the skin that are caused when the heart muscle "depolarizes" during each heartbeat. The ECG is the most commonly performed cardiac test. This is because the ECG is a useful screening tool for a variety of cardiac abnormalities. An ECG is the best way to measure and diagnose abnormal rhythms of the heart, particularly abnormal rhythms caused by damage to the conductive tissue that carries electrical signals, or abnormal rhythms caused by electrolyte imbalances. In a heart attack (or myocardial infarction) the ECG can identify if the heart muscle has been damaged in specific areas, though not all areas of the heart are covered. Everyone who comes into the Hospital with any kind of chest pain or shortness of breath can benefit from an ECG to help in making the diagnosis of a serious cause of the symptoms. Established in 2003 by a $1.3 million bequest entrusted to the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area by Ruth Stark of the Stark Family of Bloomfield, Ontario, this fund supports projects in Prince Edward County. Grant applications from this fund are administered by a grant selection committee, chaired by Tim and Linda Beatty from Prince Edward County. The PECMH Foundation was pleased to be among this year’s recipients. Pictured here back row, from left are Ryan, Kyle and Tim Beatty, Don Stanton, president of the PECMH Foundation, Larry Matheson, vice president of the PECMH Foundation, Vikram Varma, executive director of the Community Foundation for Kingston and Area. Front row, from left are Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation and Linda Beatty. Photo: Briar Boyce

Wendy Culmer, owner of Curves in Picton was pleased to present the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a donation of $510.00. The money was raised during a promotion in September and October, where Curves donated $30.00 from every new membership sold. Seventeen memberships were sold during the two month promotion. Pictured here on December 3 at Curves in Picton are Larry Matheson, vice president of the PECMH Foundation, Wendy Culmer, owner of Curves and Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation. Photo: Briar Boyce

Tim Hortons in Picton gave the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital something to smile about with a donation of $2,034.00, which was raised during Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign. Smile Cookies were sold for $1.00 plus tax during the week of September 20, 2010 and all the proceeds came to the Foundation for the purchase of medical equipment. Pictured here from left are Paul Van Vlack, Paul Massey, Tim Hortons Picton store owner and Don Stanton, president of the PECMH Foundation. Photo: Briar Boyce

As part of the official opening of PECMH's newly redeveloped Emergency Department, the department was rededicated to retired surgeon, Dr. B. Earle Taylor. Shown here at the ribbon cutting ceremony on October 14, 2009 from left are Georgina Thompson, chair of the SE LHIN, Dr. Darren Lett, medical director of emergency services at PECM, Dr. B. Earle Taylor, Leona Dombrowsky, MPP for Prince Edward-Hastings and Leo Finnegan, mayor of Prince Edward County. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Wellington on the Lake New Year's Eve committee raised $364.43 at their New Year's Eve party and donated it to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation on January 23, 2009. The evening was a success with over 100 people in attendance. Pictured here from left is Ron Dobson from the WOTL NYE committee, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director with the PECMHF and Len Newman of the WOTL NYE committee. Photo: Briar Boyce

The PECMH Foundation is pleased to present Quinte Health Care with a cheque for $80,000 to purchase the two colonoscopes. Pictured from left are Dr. Mohamed Gaber, chief of staff, Mary Clare Egberts, president and CEO of QHC, Brian Smith, QHC Board chair, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation, Don Stanton, president of the PECMH Foundation and Larry Matheson, vice president of the Foundation. Photo: Briar Boyce

PECMH had an emergent need for two colonoscopes for our O.R. at a cost of approx $80,000. The Foundation approached the PECMH Auxiliary and asked if they could assist with the purchase of one of the colonoscopes. At the Auxiliary's Oct. 22 general meeting, it was unanimously approved that the Auxiliary give $50,000 to the Foundation to assist with the purchase of the colonoscopes. In the first picture, Susan Law, PECMH Auxiliary president is presenting Don Stanton, president of the Foundation with a cheque for $50,000 toward the purchase of the colonoscopes. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary held their annual general meeting on May 19, 2010. As part of the meeting, the Auxiliary presented the PECMH Foundation with a cheque for $25,000. Don Stanton, president of the Foundation was on hand to accept the cheque from Auxiliary president, Susan Law. It is with sincere appreciation that the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation Board of Directors say thank you to the Auxiliary volunteers who assist us in making Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital a better place for our patients and staff. Auxiliary volunteers help when asked, and more importantly, even when they’re not. The Foundation appreciates the ongoing financial support of the Auxiliary to assist us in purchasing medical equipment and we applaud all the great work you have done in the past and continue to do. To date, the hard work of the Auxiliary has raised over 1.7 million dollars for our Hospital. We know that no-one who volunteers does so for recognition or praise, but it is important that your contribution to our Hospital is recognized and praised. It is a real pleasure to have Sue Law representing the Auxiliary on our board. Sue is a great asset to our Foundation and her tireless efforts both with the Auxiliary and the Foundation are genuinely valued. The Foundation would like to thank all the Auxiliary volunteers for the work you do. Thank you for your time and your energy, your kindness and your generosity. Photo: Briar Boyce

On Friday, November 27, 2009, the organizers of the County Marathon were able to present a cheque for $1,314.00 to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation. The County Marathon donated $1.00 for each participant in 2009's race. Pictured here from left in PECM's newly renovoted isolation room in the Emergency Department are Tim Johnson, marathon runner, Mark Henry, race director, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the Foundation and Lisa Lindsay, race manager. Photo: Briar Boyce

Adam and Chrissy Busscher of Picton's Home Hardware and Building Centre were pleased to present Don Stanton and Anna Marie Ferguson of the PECMH Foundation with a cheque for $5,026.00 from their third annual golf tournament in support of medical equipment needs at PECMH. The tournament, which was held at the Picton Golf and Country Club on Saturday, June 26 saw golfers participate in a 50/50 draw, silent auction and three hole-in-one shot. A heartfelt thank you is extended to all the golfers and sponsors who braved the wet weather to support this worthwhile cause. Photo: Briar Boyce

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation applied for a grant to The Royal Canadian Legion, Ontario Provincial Command Branches and Ladies' Auxiliaries' Charities Foundation and were awarded $7,500 towards the purchase of a bedside monitoring system for the Emergency Department at PECMH. The monitor is an electronic machine designed to display and interpret a person's vital signs. They can warn of pending fatal cardiac conditions before visible signs are noticeable to clinical staff. Pictured here from left on February 18, 2010 are John Beacock, president of Picton Legion Branch 78, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMHF, Linda Lyons, president of the Picton Legion Ladies' Auxiliary and Don Stanton, president of the PECMHF. Photo: Briar Boyce

On Wednesday, May 5, 2010 the golden arches at McDonald's Family Restaurant in Picton shone a bit brighter after raising $2,089.00 for medical equipment needs at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. On McHappy Day, McDonald's donated $1,00 from the sale of every Big Mac, McMuffin and Happy Meal to the PECMH Foundation. It is McHappy Day tradition to invite community members to work alongside McDonald's staff and the Foundation would like to thank all those who volunteered their time to support our Hospital. We also thank those who came into McDonald's to purchase a meal or make a donation. Pictured here on May 28 from left are Larry Matheson, vice president of the PECMH Foundation, Kevin McGall, senior manager of the Picton McDonald's, Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation and Steve Stewart, area supervisor for McDonald's. Photo: Briar Boyce

Picton's Orange Lodge #488 presented the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a cheque for $2,000.00 on July 21, 2010. The funds were raised through Orange Lodge membership, bingo and hall rentals. The money will be directed toward the purchase of medical equipment for our Hospital. Pictured from left are Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the PECMH Foundation, Tilton Beaumont, Orange Lodge Past Master and Paul Van Vlack. Photo: Briar Boyce

Students from C.M.L. Snider Elementary School in Wellington spent the past month collecting pennies in support of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation. The students raised $2,200 worth of pennies. Pictured here on February 23, 2009 from back are Herb Stone, Shirley Barnes, Lauren Heinricks, Pam McConkey, Cline Pierson, PECMHF board director and Lisa Kulcher-Heaney. Front row: Walker, Blake, Dylon, Connor, Brady, and Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the Hospital Foundation. Photo: Briar Boyce

Christine MacKay of the Wellington on the Lake Tennis Club presented Anna Marie Ferguson, executive director of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a $500 donation on September 9, 2008. The tennis club raised the money by holding a pancake breakfast for the residents of WOTL. MacKay said over 570 pancakes and sausages were served to the residents. Photo: Briar Boyce