Who We Are

VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is the leading charity investing in health care innovation in BC.

Our Mission

We create and inspire a community of donors to catalyze health care innovation in BC.

Our Vision

Healthier lives for healthier communities in BC.

Our Values

Bold

We embrace courage, creativity and forward-thinking, and are catalysts for breakthroughs, positive change and innovation. 

Integrity

We are steadfast in our commitment to honesty, trust, maximum impact and stewardship, and operate with purpose and transparency. 

Community

We are committed to people and communities, fostering relationships, collaboration and partnerships.

VGH+ You

Forefront of Medical Research

We catalyze the medicine of tomorrow, funding pioneering research and cutting-edge developments that shape the future of health care in BC and beyond. 

Direct Patient Impact

Donations directly fuel improved life-saving treatments and programs for the most serious conditions and complex cases across BC. 

Exceptional Health Care Teams

We empower world-class health care teams and researchers to drive excellence in patient care. 

Community-Centred

We actively engage with communities, funding accessible, equitable care for all.

How to GIVE

VGH+ You

When it’s serious, the people of BC need the best, most specialized care — plus YOU. Explore the various ways you can contribute to our mission.

More Ways to Give

What’s Your Plus?

+ Dr. Brian Kwon
Spine Surgeon, VGH
“My plus is being a part of the team that is going to change the trajectory for patients with spinal cord injury – something that has never been done before.”
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+ Alexia Jones
Nurse Navigator, VGH
“My plus is the privilege I have of building trusted, lasting connections with the patients and families I serve.”
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+ Dr. Pouya Azar
Complex Pain and Addiction Services, VGH
“My plus is innovation and bringing outside-the-box thinking when it comes to research for mental health and addiction.”
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+ Dr. Alyson Plecash
Stroke Neurologist, VGH
“My plus is getting the opportunity to meet so many brave women where they’re at on their stroke journey, and getting to work together to help re-write their endings.”
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+ Dr. Cheryl Wellington
Research Scientist, UBC Hospital
“My plus is building great teams with experts across neurology, critical care medicine, emergency medicine, and laboratory medicine – to build better tools to diagnose neurological disorders.”
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+ Dr. Myp Sekhon
Staff Intensivist, VGH
“My plus is working at a world-leading
institution that transforms lives.”
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+ Dana Clifford
Manager, Sheway
“My plus is to ensure that clients and their families feel safe, heard, and have accessible, low barrier services at Sheway.”
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Our Beneficiaries

As Vancouver Coastal Health’s primary philanthropic partner, VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation fuels groundbreaking research, world-class health care teams and life-saving treatments for the most complex cases across the province.

Vancouver General Hospital

The largest, most specialized hospital in BC

UBC Hospital

One of BC’s premier teaching and research facilities

VCH Research Institute

The leading research institute in Western Canada

G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Centre

There for you when life changes in an instant

Vancouver Community Health Services

Taking health care into the heart of the community

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Celebrating Our Legacy of Health Care Excellence

Since 1902, VGH has been pioneering medical advancements and providing exceptional patient care. Explore our journey through decades of innovation and dedication.

Join us in looking back at the milestones that have shaped our legacy and continue to drive us forward.

Timeline