The Blanche River Health Foundation (BRHF) is excited to announce a generous $10,000 donation from Georgia-Pacific to support essential capital upgrades at the Blanche River Health (BRH) Englehart site. Georgia-Pacific’s annual contribution demonstrates their commitment to enhancing healthcare services for residents of Englehart, and surrounding communities.

This donation will enable BRH to purchase advanced medical equipment and improve facilities, which will directly benefit the health and well-being of all residents.

"Georgia-Pacific has been a steadfast partner, and their commitment to our community’s health is truly commendable," said John Sullivan, Chair of the Blanche River Health Foundation.

Barbara Effenberger, BRH’s Chief Financial Officer, added, "Support from organizations like Georgia-Pacific is invaluable. Their continued generosity helps us address the immediate needs of our community and strengthens our ability to provide exceptional care."

Kelly Head, Georgia-Pacific Mill Manager, expressed his pride in the ongoing partnership, stating, "At Georgia-Pacific, we believe in giving back to the communities where our employees live and work. Supporting Blanche River Health’s mission to provide excellent healthcare aligns with our values, and we are proud to contribute to such a worthy cause."

Georgia-Pacific, a leading manufacturer of paper and wood products, has a strong track record of supporting healthcare initiatives. Their ongoing partnership with the Blanche River Health Foundation is a testament to their commitment to making a positive impact in the communities they serve.

About Blanche River Health Foundation

The Blanche River Health Foundation raises funds for equipment and capital projects at the Englehart and Kirkland Lake sites. With limited government funding for these needs, the hospital relies on community donations to modernize facilities and equipment. As a registered charity governed by a volunteer board of directors, the Foundation depends on people’s generosity to support essential improvements, enhance patient care and support the hospital’s mission to make healthcare work for you.

To continue supporting BRH, please consider donating to the BRH Foundation via:

• Cheque to Blanche River Health Foundation
  145 Government Road East, Kirkland Lake, Ontario P2N 3P4
• Your estate planner through planned giving.
• Buying lottery tickets at splitthepot.ca.
• Or online at blancheriverhealth.ca.

Visit blancheriverhealth.ca to learn more or to donate.

Photo caption:
From left to right, Michael J. Marinigh, Blanche River Health Foundation (BRHF) Board Director, Mitch Moreau, BRHF Board Director, Tiffany White, Georgia-Pacific Community/Public Relations Coordinator, John Sullivan, BRHF Board Chair, Cassandra James, BRHF Executive Coordinator, Kelly Head, Georgia-Pacific Mill Manager, Jorge VanSlyke, BRH CEO, and Callahan Osborne, Georgia-Pacific HR manager gather outside the Georgia-Pacific site to celebrate the $10,000 donation from Georgia-Pacific to BRHF.