Interested in learning more about volunteering? Please contact the Director of Volunteers at 705-789-2311, ext. 2297 or send an email.
Our Mission
In co-operation with the Hospital and Board of Directors, we support health care at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site through education, fundraising opportunities and the promotion of volunteer services to people.
Our Purpose
The purpose of this voluntary group shall be to co-operate with and assist the hospital and Board of Governors at all times. Learn more about the history of the Huntsville Hospital Auxiliary.
Membership
- Dues are $5.00/year. This includes a membership and a fellowship fee
- Volunteers must commit to serving on one service group (examples below) or on one fundraising program
- When volunteers are volunteering, their parking charges are covered
- Meetings take place on the second Wednesday of each month, except for in July and August. General Meetings are open to everyone
Examples of Volunteer Activities:
- Blood Donor Clinic
- Chemotherapy Clinic
- Day Surgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Fundraising programs
- Gift Shop and Information
- Hair care for patients
- Office services
- Portering
- Lobby greeters
- Holiday decorating
- Tray favours for patients
- Vending machines (restock, collect money)
Fundraising Events
Since inception, the total donated by the HHA to the hospital is now over $1.9 million, recorded in a detailed list.
Fashion Show - April 26, 2019 at 7 p.m.
Adventures in Fashion is presented at the Algonquin Theatre on Friday, April 26 at 7 p.m., featuring fashions for men, women and children too. There will be entertainment by Gina Horswood, a silent auction, and local faces walking the red carpet to model the fashions of the local stores. All proceeds will be directed toward the purchase of two defibrillators for the Huntsville Hospital. Help save a life by purchasing a ticket for $25. Tickets are available from the Algonquin Theatre.
Scholarships
For Staff:
The Auxiliary presents a scholarship to a staff member at Huntsville Hospital who has been a team member for at least a year, and who wishes to further their education in the health field. In the spring of each year, guidelines and application forms will be available from Branches Gift Shop and from the office of Christine Maurer, Education Coordinator.
For Students:
The Auxiliary presents a scholarship each year to a Huntsville High School graduating student who has been accepted into a recognized post-secondary school in a health sciences field. In the spring of each year, guidelines and application forms are available from the Guidance Office at the high school or from Branches Gift Shop.
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