The Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital Foundation has released its 2026 Spring Report to the Community, giving Tillsonburg residents a look at how local donations are supporting hospital equipment and care. The report, published July 6, shows that $1,125,094 was transferred to the hospital for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to buy much-needed equipment.
The money comes from community fundraisers and gifts, filling a gap that the government doesn’t cover. “Capital equipment is not funded through the Ministry of Health, so your donations are as important as ever,” the report states. The foundation’s main job is to raise money for tools that help doctors and nurses treat people at the 45-bed hospital.
One of the biggest successes in the report is the 100 for 100 Campaign, which celebrated the hospital’s 100th birthday. The campaign aimed to raise $500,000 but ultimately brought in over $643,000, with support from local businesses and individual donors. The money will go toward patient care equipment.
The report also updates progress on the Bed Replacement Program, a six-year plan to replace all hospital beds. Major donors stepping up include Verne’s Carpet One, which gave $100,000, as well as Benjamin De Cloet and David and Brenda Townsend, who funded intensive care beds. The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign in 2025 also contributed.
A big change behind the scenes is the April 1, 2026 integration of Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital and Alexandra Hospital Ingersoll under a new organization called Rural Roads Health Services. Even with this move, the TDMH Foundation and the Alexandra Hospital Foundation will keep operating separately. This decision was made to respect past donors and continue building local support for each hospital.
Since 1982, the TDMH Foundation has given more than $16 million to the hospital for new equipment, building upgrades, and special projects. The spring report shows that tradition is still strong, with the community’s help making sure the hospital has what it needs to care for patients.
The 5th Annual Taste of Summer fundraiser, held June 6 at Memorial Park, also brought in support. Presented by 3E Power Services, the event featured food trucks, live music, a vendor village, and family fun. Events like this, along with direct donations, keep the foundation’s work going.
The full Spring Report to the Community is available online for anyone who wants to read about the impact of their giving.
