The We See You: Inside and Out campaign sutured up a win by the Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Foundation’s team. Not only did the 2026 Power of Giving event raise $446,385, it boosted the community’s spirit of giving. “Hundreds of people contributed in their own way,” said Robyn Kaczanowski, community giving officer with the GBGH Foundation. “Some attended the event, some purchased GBay Bags, some donated items and experiences, sponsored the evening, bid in the auction, volunteered their time or made a gift. “Every contribution made a difference, and together those individual acts of generosity created an extraordinary result for our hospital,” Kaczanowski said. Held at Wye Heritage Marine Resort September 19, the annual event brought donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community members together for an evening dedicated to strengthening local healthcare. The gala was an opportunity to celebrate the impact already achieved through the first phase of the We See You campaign, including investments in critical equipment and technology that are enhancing patient care at GBGH. Funds raised will help support the next phase of priorities identified for the hospital and community. “The success of Power of Giving is a reflection of a community that cares deeply about local healthcare,” said Perry Esler, interim CEO of the GBGH Foundation. “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make this event possible and to everyone who continues to believe in our hospital, our healthcare teams and the patients and families we serve,” Esler said.
