Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation

What Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation does

Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation (RMHF) is a non-profit registered charity incorporated in 1984 in British Columbia, Canada (charitable registration #11903 2035 RR0001), operating from an office physically embedded in the main entrance of Ridge Meadows Hospital in Maple Ridge, BC. The foundation's mission is to raise funds for the purchase of essential medical equipment, high-priority healthcare needs, community health programs, and staff professional development at Ridge Meadows Hospital and Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Health Services. It serves a single geographic market — the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows community — and is governed by an 18-person board of directors and operated by a 4-person staff team (Executive Director, Corporate & Community Engagement Officer, Major Gift Officer, Operations Officer).

The foundation operates a diversified fundraising portfolio across nine revenue streams: one-time gifts, a Monthly Giving Program (recurring auto-debit on the 15th of each month), planned/legacy giving through wills and RRSP/RRIF beneficiary designations, Gift of Securities (publicly traded securities with capital gains tax elimination), signature events (37th Annual Gala, 23rd Annual Fund Run, inaugural RevUp! motorsport event), seasonal third-party fundraisers (Purdy's, Hopcott Farms, Growing Smiles, Tim Hortons Smile Cookies), a volunteer-run Golden Ears Gift Shop at the hospital, a Marketplace vendor program at the hospital entrance, and corporate/community volunteer programs including the Kits for a Cause initiative. Distribution is multi-channel: online portal, phone, in-person, mail, payroll deduction for Fraser Health employees, and event-based registration. Go-to-market is event-driven, community-led, and direct-to-consumer, relying on deep local relationships with fraternal organizations (Legion, Rotary, Eagles, Knights of Columbus), corporate sponsors (Marv Jones Honda 23-year Fund Run presenting sponsor, West Coast Auto Group, Jourdain Family, MNP LLP, RBC Dominion Securities), and healthcare staff engagement programs (Caregiving Angels recognition, Staff Grants up to $2,500). Technology infrastructure is standard nonprofit — WordPress website, Constant Contact email, conventional donor management — with no proprietary or AI-enabled systems. Recent strategic momentum includes a $1,137,653 total FY2025-26 funding commitment, an executive director transition in January 2025, and the launch of a new motorsport event with a dedicated Men's Health Initiative Fund.

Name

Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation

Legal name

Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation

Website

https://rmhfoundation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation is a non-profit registered charity in Maple Ridge, BC, raising funds for hospital equipment, priority healthcare needs, and community health programs at Ridge Meadows Hospital through events, recurring giving, and corporate partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hospital Fundraising Services

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Grantmaking Foundations (813211)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Hospitals (8060)

akta.pro primary industry

Hospitals, Clinics & Charitable Healthcare Providers (BPAGACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Health & Medical Research Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAL), Chronic Disease & Health Promotion Program Funding (HLAJALAJ)

Keywords

• Hospital fundraising
• Healthcare philanthropy
• Charitable donations
• Medical equipment funding
• Community health giving

Headquarters

HQ city

Maple Ridge

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. One-Time Gifts: Individual donations for specific campaigns, areas of hospital, or medical equipment. Default allocation to Area of Greatest Need if unspecified.
2. Monthly Giving Program: Recurring monthly donations charged to credit card or bank account on the 15th of each month with consolidated annual tax receipt.
3. Planned Giving / Legacy Gifts: Bequests through wills, RRSP/RRIF beneficiary designations, and life insurance gifts for long-term sustainable support.
4. Securities Donations: Donation of publicly traded securities with tax advantages - no capital gains tax per Canada Revenue Agency rules.
5. Annual Gala: Annual black-tie fundraising event with live auctions, pledges, and corporate sponsorships raising over $465,000 per event.
6. Annual Fund Run: 5km walk/run and 10km run event presented by Marv Jones Honda, raising over $650,000 in 22 years.
7. RevUp Motorsports Event: Motorsport fundraiser at Mission Raceway Park with spectator tickets, driver registrations, and car show entries supporting Men's Health Initiative Fund.
8. Marketplace Vendor Program: Hospital entrance vendor marketplace with partial proceeds supporting foundation operations.
9. Gift Shop Operations: Volunteer-run Golden Ears Gift Shop raising approximately $35,000 annually through snack, gift, and merchandise sales.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation is a non-profit registered charity that raises funds through signature events (Annual Gala, Annual Fund Run, RevUp Motorsports Event), recurring and one-time donation programs (Monthly Giving, One-Time Gifts, Gift of Securities, Planned Giving, Give in Recognition), volunteer and corporate engagement (Kits for a Cause), retail operations (Golden Ears Gift Shop, Marketplace vendor stalls), and targeted funding initiatives (Priority Needs Equipment Funding, Men's Health Initiative Fund, Staff Grants). All funds raised are deployed to purchase essential medical equipment, support high-priority healthcare needs, fund community health programs, and provide professional development grants at Ridge Meadows Hospital and Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Health Services.

Product overview

Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation is a non-profit registered charity that operates as a single unified fundraising organization rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. The Foundation offers a comprehensive portfolio of fundraising products and services including signature events (Annual Fund Run, Annual Gala, RevUp Motorsports Event), donation programs (Monthly Giving, One-Time Gifts, Gift of Securities, Planned Giving, Give in Recognition), volunteer programs (general volunteering and Kits for a Cause corporate program), retail operations (Golden Ears Gift Shop and Marketplace vendor mall), staff support programs (Caregiving Angels recognition and Staff Grants for professional development), and healthcare equipment funding initiatives (Priority Needs Equipment Funding and Men's Health Initiative Fund). These offerings work together to support the Foundation's mission of partnering with the community for better health at Ridge Meadows Hospital and Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Health Services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Annual Gala Annual black-tie fundraising gala bringing together donors and community members to raise funds for life-saving equipment and high-priority healthcare needs at Ridge Meadows Hospital. Includes live auctions, pledge drives, and corporate sponsorships.
• Annual Fund Run Annual 5km walk/run and 10km run event held the first Sunday in June, presented by Marv Jones Honda. Raises funds for hospital equipment and community health programs through registration fees and pledges.
• RevUp Motorsports Event Action-packed motorsport event at Mission Raceway Park featuring time attack, drifting show, car show, and open lapping. Supports the Men's Health Initiative Fund for prostate and testicular cancer diagnostics and men's health programs.
• Monthly Giving Program Recurring monthly donation program allowing donors to contribute automatically on the 15th of each month with consolidated annual tax receipts.
• One-Time Gift Donation Single donation option allowing donors to support specific campaigns, hospital areas, or medical equipment purchases with instant tax receipts.
• Gift of Securities Donation program allowing donors to gift publicly traded securities, providing CRA-aligned tax benefits by eliminating capital gains tax and issuing charitable receipts for the full donation value.
• Leave a Gift in Will (Planned Giving) Bequest program allowing donors to include the Foundation in their will, RRSP/RRIF beneficiary designations, or life insurance policies to support hospital equipment and community healthcare after their lifetime.
• Give in Recognition Donation program allowing gifts in memory of loved ones, in celebration of milestones, or in appreciation for care received at the hospital.
• Golden Ears Gift Shop Volunteer-run hospital gift shop open Monday through Friday 11am-3pm, operated by the Hospital Auxiliary. Sells snacks, gifts, books, clothing, and stuffed animals with proceeds funding essential equipment (e.g., fetal monitor).
• Marketplace Vendor Program Vendor marketplace located in the main entrance of Ridge Meadows Hospital where merchants sell products with partial proceeds supporting the Foundation's healthcare initiatives.
• Caregiving Angels Program Recognition program allowing donors to honor and recognize Ridge Meadows Hospital employees or volunteers who made a difference in their healthcare experience. Recipients receive a personalized letter and recognition pin.
• Staff Grants Program Grant opportunities for hospital staff including Health Education Endowment Fund (up to $1,000), Impact Grants (up to $2,500 per department), and Life Long Learning Fund (up to $500) for professional development.
• Priority Needs Equipment Funding Funding program for urgently needed medical equipment at Ridge Meadows Hospital including colonoscopes, cystoscopes, gastroscopes, cardiac monitors, ultrasound machines, ExactVu Micro Ultrasound, and other essential medical devices.
• Men's Health Initiative Fund Permanent fund dedicated to advancing prostate and testicular cancer diagnostics, cardiovascular disease prevention, mental health supports, and male-specific health innovations at Ridge Meadows Hospital.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $4 million raised since inaugural Gala in 1989
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

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Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Marv Jones HondaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor of Annual Fund Run for 23rd year. Major automotive dealership supporting community health through long-term event partnership.
• West Coast Auto GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor of inaugural RevUp! motorsport event at Mission Raceway Park on April 26, 2026, supporting Men's Health Initiative Fund.
• Marv Jones HondacoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Premier sponsor for RevUp! motorsport event supporting men's health diagnostics including ExactVu Micro Ultrasound.
• Fraternal Order of Eagles #2831coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Since 1989, donated $126,700 to support Ridge Meadows community. 2026 gift of $3,000 for Diabetes Health Centre.
• Jourdain FamilyflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Presenting sponsor of Annual Gala for multiple years. Family has been instrumental in making Gala a premier fundraising event, with 2025 Gala raising over $465,000.
• Maple Ridge Legion #88coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Official recipient of Legion Poppy Fund since 1992. Cumulative contributions exceeding CA$533,000, with $32,500 donation in 2025.
• Meadow Ridge Rotary ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partner since 1992 with over $78,700 in cumulative contributions. 2025 donation of $10,000 for UPCC vital sign monitors.
• Drive for the CureflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Multi-year $100,000 commitment since 2004 supporting cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Latest gift for Magseed localization system.
• Knights of ColumbusminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Since 2007, contributed over $6,000. 2025 donation for Tilt Commode for Physiotherapy department.
• Maple Ridge Physiotherapy and PainminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Since 2005, contributed $7,000 direct donations plus $3,436 through Fund Run pledges for Emergency and Ambulatory Care expansion.
• Purdy's ChocolatesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Holiday chocolate fundraiser with 25% of profits donated to foundation through fundraising portal.
• Hopcott FarmsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Holiday gift card program with 20% of sales donated to support hospital foundation.
• Growing SmilesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Holiday plant fundraiser including poinsettias, wreaths, and garlands with portion of sales supporting foundation.
• ChartwellminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Senior living community sponsor of Annual Gala.
• MNP LLPminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Professional services firm sponsor of Annual Gala.
• Homecare WestminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Home care services sponsor of Annual Gala.
• Maple Ridge NewsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Local newspaper media sponsor of Annual Gala.
• RBC Dominion Securities Inc.minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Financial services firm sponsor of Annual Gala and custodian for securities donations.
• Knights of Columbus Thomas Haney Council 5566minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Donated $1,000 for Osmometer Analyzer upgrade in 2024.
• Kiwanis Club of Golden EarsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Donated $3,000 for Hug a Bear stuffed animal program for children in hospital.
• Maple Ridge FirefighterscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Donated $25,000 for Servo U ventilator for Respiratory Therapy department in 2025.
• Founders Cup Charity FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 202425 years of support raising over $3 million for community charities including Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation.
• Ridge Meadows Hospital AuxiliarycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Over $1 million raised for patient care and equipment since 1953. Operated hospital gift shop generating annual proceeds for equipment purchases.
• Tim Hortons (Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows locations)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Smile Cookie Campaign with 50% of proceeds donated. Raised $52,357 in 2025 campaign from six local locations.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation: Fundraising foundation for Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody, another Fraser Health site. Closest geographic and demographic peer to Ridge Meadows — community-anchored, mid-sized hospital foundation.
• Victoria Hospitals Foundation: Fundraising foundation for Royal Jubilee and Victoria General hospitals on Vancouver Island. Direct peer operating signature events, planned giving, and major gift campaigns to fund hospital equipment and care innovation.
• Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation: Fundraising foundation for Royal Columbian Hospital, another major acute care site within the same Fraser Health authority. Direct regional peer operating an identical model: signature events, planned giving, major gifts, and hospital equipment funding.
• St. Paul's Foundation: Fundraising foundation for Providence Health Care's St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver. Direct peer operating gala events, signature run/walks, monthly giving, and capital campaigns for hospital equipment and research.
• Burnaby Hospital Foundation: Fundraising foundation for Burnaby Hospital, also within Fraser Health. Highly comparable community-anchored model serving a single hospital with a growing population catchment.
• VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation: BC's largest hospital foundation supporting Vancouver General Hospital and UBC Hospital. Direct comparable in fundraising model and program scope — events, monthly giving, planned giving, major gifts, and large hospital equipment campaigns.
• Lions Gate Hospital Foundation: Fundraising foundation for Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver. Comparable model as a community-anchored hospital foundation running signature gala, community events, and multi-year equipment campaigns.
• Surrey Hospitals Foundation: Fundraising foundation serving Surrey Memorial Hospital and Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre within Fraser Health. Identical peer model — community-driven fundraising for hospital equipment, community events, and major gifts.
• Kelowna General Hospital Foundation: Fundraising foundation for Kelowna General Hospital in BC's Interior Health region. Direct peer running signature galas, community events, and major gift campaigns for medical equipment and hospital programs.

Regional players

• Calgary Health Foundation: Major hospital foundation serving multiple Calgary health sites through events, monthly giving, and planned giving. Operates outside BC, but follows an analogous large-scale Canadian hospital foundation model for benchmarking scale and program scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

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