St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation

What St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation does

St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation is a Canadian registered charity (BN 11918 3523 RR0001), established in 1981 and headquartered at 130 Bayard Drive, Saint John, New Brunswick. It raises and stewards philanthropic funds to purchase equipment, support research and education, and fund patient care programs at St. Joseph's Hospital — a facility founded in 1914 by the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception and now operating within the Horizon Health Network. The foundation serves the Saint John and broader Atlantic Canada region, with measurable downstream impact across the hospital's surgical services (7,500+ patients annually), Women's Health Centre (~20,000 visits annually), Eye Clinic (~13,000 patients annually), orthopaedic surgery program (1,000+ hip/knee replacements since 2021), and Community Health Centre (10,000+ patients).

The foundation operates as a multi-program fundraising organization rather than a unified software platform. Its product surface comprises 10 distinct programs: an online donation portal via CanadaHelps, a monthly St. Joe's 50/50 lottery with published ticket pricing (CAD), recurring community events (Pink in the Park, September for St. Joe's, Kent Pallet Build, Lights of Hope, Laurie's Garden), employee giving via payroll deduction, planned giving / bequests, gifts of publicly listed securities, and a community fundraising enablement program. The technology stack is conventional — third-party donation processing, a dedicated 50/50 lottery platform (stjosephs5050.ca), and standard email/social marketing channels. There are no proprietary software products, APIs, or AI/ML capabilities disclosed.

Revenue is generated through seven streams: individual donations (one-time and recurring), 50/50 lottery transactions, corporate sponsorships, planned giving/bequests, gifts of securities, employee giving, and community-organized fundraising events. The go-to-market is community-led, supported by direct corporate and consumer engagement. The foundation operates with a lean team of approximately 3 dedicated staff (Executive Director, Office Manager/Accounting & Finance, Marketing & Community Engagement Coordinator) plus a 13-member Board of Directors. Specific revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation

Legal name

St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation of Saint John Inc.

Website

https://stjosephshospitalfoundation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation is a Canadian registered charity in Saint John, New Brunswick that raises philanthropic funds for equipment, research, education, and patient care at St. Joseph's Hospital, operating multiple donation programs, a 50/50 lottery, and annual community events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Healthcare Fundraising / Charitable Foundation

NAICS

Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Hospitals, Clinics & Charitable Healthcare Providers (BPAGACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Healthcare Ministries (Hospitals, Clinics, Medical Missions) (BPAGAJAH), Disease-Specific Research & Support (e.g., Cancer, Diabetes, ALS) (BPAGACAA)

Keywords

• Hospital fundraising
• Charitable foundation
• Healthcare philanthropy
• Community fundraising
• Donation management

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint John

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time and recurring donations from individual donors via online portal (CanadaHelps), in-person, by mail, and e-transfer. Includes monthly giving programs and tribute/memorial gifts.
2. 50/50 Lottery: Monthly online 50/50 raffle where 50% of ticket sales goes to a monthly winner and 50% supports hospital programs. Tickets available at various price points ($5 for 1, $10 for 3, $20 for 20, $40 for 200).
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships from local businesses and organizations supporting events and campaigns including Pink in the Park, September for St. Joe's, Kent Pallet Build, and Lights of Hope.
4. Bequests and Planned Giving: Legacy gifts through wills and estates, allowing donors to leave charitable bequests to the foundation.
5. Gifts of Securities: Donations of publicly listed stocks, bonds, and mutual funds with associated tax benefits for donors.
6. Employee Giving: Workplace giving programs where employees make regular contributions through payroll deduction, with over $192,000 raised in 11 years.
7. Community Fundraising Events: Community-organized events including the Kent Pallet Build where teams create pallet projects for auction, generating funds for women's health initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation is a registered Canadian charity that raises and stewards funds to purchase medical equipment, fund research and staff education, and support patient care programs across all departments of St. Joseph's Hospital in Saint John, New Brunswick. It operates multiple fundraising vehicles including online donations, a monthly 50/50 lottery, planned/bequest giving, gifts of securities, employee payroll-deduction programs, and signature annual campaigns (Pink in the Park, September for St. Joe's, Kent Pallet Build, Lights of Hope) targeting individual community donors and corporate partners.

Product overview

St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation is a charitable organization that raises funds for equipment, research, and education at St. Joseph's Hospital in Saint John, New Brunswick. Rather than a unified platform, the Foundation operates multiple distinct fundraising programs and initiatives. These include online donation processing through CanadaHelps integration, the St. Joe's 50/50 monthly lottery, and seasonal campaigns such as September for St. Joe's (Women's Health focus), Lights of Hope (holiday campaign for Surgical Services), and Pink in the Park (breast health). Additional programs include the Kent Pallet Build community challenge, Employee Giving workplace campaigns, Legacy/Bequest giving, and Gift of Securities donations. The Foundation also provides community fundraising support resources. Each program is designed to support specific hospital departments and priority needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Online Donation Platform (CanadaHelps) Secure online donation portal enabling individuals and organizations to make one-time or recurring contributions to support hospital equipment, programs, and services at St. Joseph's Hospital.
• St. Joe's 50/50 Lottery Monthly online 50/50 raffle where ticket purchasers can win 50% of the jackpot and the remaining 50% supports hospital programs. Ticket bundles available at $5/1, $10/3, $20/20, and $40/200.
• September for St. Joe's Campaign Month-long annual community fundraising campaign including radiothon supporting Women's Health at St. Joseph's Hospital.
• Lights of Hope Campaign Annual holiday fundraising campaign lighting symbolic candles at the hospital to raise vital funds for Surgical Services and other hospital needs.
• Pink in the Park Annual 1-hour charity baseball event held in partnership with the Saint John AJ's Alpines to raise funds for the Breast Health Trust Fund.
• Kent Pallet Build Challenge Community event in which teams of four build creative projects from recycled pallets, then auctioned online to support Women's Health initiatives. Sponsored by Kent Building Supplies.
• Employee Giving Campaign Workplace giving program allowing hospital and partner organization employees to make regular contributions through payroll deduction to support hospital programs and services. Has raised over $192,000 in 11 years.
• Legacy Giving / Planned Gifts Program Bequest and estate planning giving program allowing donors to include St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation in their wills as charitable beneficiaries.
• Gift of Securities Program Program enabling donors to contribute publicly listed stocks, bonds, and mutual funds directly, providing tax benefits while supporting hospital needs.
• Community Fundraising Support Program Resources, guidelines, and coordination support for individuals, groups, and organizations to organize their own fundraisers (galas, tournaments, raffles, workplace campaigns) in support of the hospital.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 7,500 surgical patients treated annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kent Building SuppliescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor corporate sponsor of the Kent Pallet Build event supporting Women's Health at St. Joe's. Second annual partnership in 2026. Provides venue (Kent East Saint John) and prizes (KENT gift cards for Builder Challenges).
• Acadia Broadcasting / 97.3 The Wave / Country 94.1coreGTM or Marketing PartnerRadio partners supporting September for St. Joe's radiothon and campaign promotion. Media sponsors for community events.
• Horizon Health NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. Joseph's Hospital is an integral part of Horizon Health Network's strategy for quality healthcare. Foundation works closely with hospital staff and management.
• Saint John AJ's AlpinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for Pink in the Park charity baseball event, hosting the annual 1-hour celebrity baseball inning.
• Saint John Construction AssociationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal construction industry association supporting foundation initiatives.
• Canadian TireminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate supporter and donor to foundation campaigns and events.
• Tim HortonsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate supporter and donor to foundation campaigns.
• Outflow MinistryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Convalescent Care Bed Project helping discharged patients experiencing homelessness return to community.
• Canada East Spine CentreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Convalescent Care Bed Project for patient discharge and community reintegration.
• Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate ConceptioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounders of St. Joseph's Hospital in 1914. Their legacy and mission of compassionate care underpin the foundation's work and values.
• Cooke AquacultureminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate supporter and donor to foundation campaigns.
• SaputominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate supporter and donor to foundation campaigns.
• Algonquin ResortminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal resort supporting foundation events and campaigns.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Canadian Cancer Society: National voluntary health organization. Comparable as a registered health charity reliant on individual donations, planned giving, and community events to fund disease-specific research and support programs — adjacent to the foundation's women's health and breast health campaigns.
• Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation: Foundation for the Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary. Comparable regional hospital foundation running community events, lotteries, and corporate partnerships to fund equipment and programs.
• Sunnybrook Foundation: Foundation supporting Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto. Comparable multi-program hospital foundation with capital equipment campaigns, major-gift program, and event-based community fundraising.
• Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation (Toronto): Foundation supporting Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto. Comparable faith-rooted heritage (originally founded by a women's charitable organization) and operates similar multi-channel fundraising including events, planned giving, and securities donations.
• Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation: Foundation for a multi-site hospital network in Hamilton, Ontario. Comparable as a hospital-affiliated foundation running multi-departmental capital campaigns and community events across a regional catchment.
• VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation: One of Canada's largest hospital foundations, supporting Vancouver General and UBC Hospital. Comparable as a fundraising arm for an academic/tertiary hospital with multi-program capital campaigns and a broad donor base.
• Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada: National health charity operating in a similar donation-driven model but at much greater scale. Comparable as a charitable organization funding health-related equipment, research, and education programs through community fundraising.

Regional players

• IWK Foundation: Foundation supporting the IWK Health Centre in Halifax, NS — the other major tertiary care institution serving Atlantic Canada. Comparable as a regionally focused hospital foundation with similar community-driven fundraising model.
• QEII Foundation: Foundation supporting the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Comparable as an Atlantic Canada hospital foundation with similar community fundraising, 50/50-style lotteries, and equipment-purchase mandate.

Direct peers

• Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation: Fundraising foundation for the other major hospital in Saint John, NB, also part of Horizon Health Network. Directly comparable as a hospital foundation operating in the same regional donor market with overlapping corporate sponsors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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