"Giving back is a powerful act that reminds us of our shared humanity. Giving back is a unique sensed of purpose; by serving those around us, these acts often manifest in other areas of our lives that are unparallel.

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Volunteering is not merely a task, but a way of life that turns our core values into tangible positive actions. Every hour volunteered helps create a ripple effect that reminds people they are not alone. You may not always see the impact of your work, but every shift, every fundraiser and every act of kindness contributes to a brighter day for patients and their loved ones. Volunteering is more than counting calories within your soul. It is in part, hands that keeps reaching out to help even when your own lives hurt. In closing, we present this cheque today to cover the cost of a vein finder for ICU and a Masimo upgrade for 3 East.

 

As we present this cheque today, we are celebrating the hands that organized, served, baked, sold, planned and showed up! It takes teamwork, commitment and heart."

 

February 17, 2026, Address to Cheque Presentation