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Christopher Society Donates $100,000!

Christopher Society Donates $100,000!

We are celebrating an incredible gift of $100,000 from the Christopher Society of Penticton that will be used to support our $10 million Oncology Campaign.  The Society, with direct ties to the Knights of Columbus Council 3127 and St. Ann's Catholic Church, has...

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Summerland Kicks Off Pledge!

Summerland Kicks Off Pledge!

Earlier this month, the Summerland Health Care Auxiliary kicked off their $1 Million pledge to our $10 million Oncology Campaign with a $100,000 installment! We are so grateful for their ongoing commitment to improving healthcare for the communities of the South...

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Driving Donations

Driving Donations

The South Okanagan Vintage Car Club has been rolling along for over 31 years and recently rolled into Penticton to present a $2000 donation.  With over 120 Club Members, they share a common passion for vintage cars while giving back to their communities.  Through an...

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Aktion Club Donates $1000

Aktion Club Donates $1000

Thank you to the Aktion Club-Kiwanis Club of Oliver for their incredible $1000 donation! Since 1993, this hardworking club has made a difference in our community through bake sales, raffles, and other fundraising activities. Their support of not-for-profits,...

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Carl Meadows Retirement Party

Carl Meadows Retirement Party

Carl is having his retirement party at Poplar Grove Winery on June 3, 2023 from 6pm-9pm.  As per his wishes, all the proceeds from this event will be donated to the SOS Medical Foundation.  There will be beverages, appetizers, a live auction and live music. If you...

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$1 Million Pledge for Oncology Campaign

$1 Million Pledge for Oncology Campaign

We are celebrating the Summerland Auxiliary's $1 million pledge toward our $10 million Oncology Campaign! The Ladies Hospital Auxiliary (now the Summerland Healthcare Auxiliary) was first formed in April 1909. With the help of funds raised by the Auxiliary, the first...

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SOGH Celebrates Trauma Room Upgrade

SOGH Celebrates Trauma Room Upgrade

The SOS Medical Foundation was delighted to fund the trauma room upgrade at the South Okanagan General Hospital thanks to generous donors.  On February 13, 2023, Herb and Pat Wycherley’s $100,000 donation to upgrade the trauma room, (SOGH), was celebrated with an...

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Thank You Fountain Tire!

Thank You Fountain Tire!

Every month Penticton Fountain Tire offers free tire repair with a donation to the charity of their choice.  In November they chose the SOS Medical Foundation.  They raised $1035.90 in support of our Oncology Campaign. Wow! We are so grateful to be a part of such a...

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Peachland Royal Canadian Legion Br.#69 Gives $1000

Peachland Royal Canadian Legion Br.#69 Gives $1000

Thank you to the Peachland Royal Canadian Legion Br.#69 for their donation of $1000.00. We are so grateful for the ongoing support and work of our local Legion Branches who provide essential services in our communities. Pictured: Jean Saul (RCL#69 Vice President) and...

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