University Hospital Foundation

08/22/2025

Ronna thought it was just another morning. Then she couldn’t turn off the shower. Within minutes, her husband called 911—and the University of Alberta Hospital’s stroke ambulance arrived.

From rapid blood tests that diagnose strokes in minutes, to research that prevents complications before they begin—innovation in stroke care is happening now.

Read more: https://buff.ly/JvL4wyx

07/24/2025

Inside the latest issue of HERE magazine, explore how the University Hospital Foundation’s Arts in Health program is transforming patient care—one brushstroke, string quartet, and sculpture at a time.

From live music at the bedside to exhibits at the McMullen Gallery, this unique program is helping patients, families and care teams find comfort, connection and hope through art.

🖼️ Read the full story in HERE magazine: https://buff.ly/B1WRzSG

07/15/2025

Something big is coming on October 21, 2025.

We’re bringing together leading minds in innovation, data science, policy and health for a full day of bold thinking and fresh ideas.

Health Data Connect: Pathways, Partnerships and Possibilities will explore what’s possible when we think differently about health data, connecting provincial and local leaders to reimagine how we transform systems, drive research and unlock innovation.

Hosted by the University Hospital Foundation in collaboration with Alberta Innovates and INOVAIT, the one-day summit will spotlight the power of data to transform health in Alberta and beyond.

More details to come.

07/10/2025

Share your story of hope and win!

We want to hear from YOU! ❤️

Tell us why YOU support the University Hospital Foundation and how our work has impacted you or a loved one. Whether it’s a story of resilience, gratitude, or a special memory, your words can inspire hope in others. When you share your story with us between June 18 and July 16, you will be entered to win a gift card to Freson Bros. worth $100.

How to Enter:
❤️Visit our landing page here: https://buff.ly/YjzVIKm
❤️Complete the form on the Hope is Here page for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Freson Bros.

One winner will be randomly selected by July 21th, 2025, and will be notified by email only. You can pick up your gift card at one of our donation offices at the University of Alberta Hospital, or we can mail it to you! Note: we will ONLY communicate with the winner via a verified givetouhf.ca email address, so please be on the look out for scammers.

Your story could help inspire our community and strengthen the power of healthcare philanthropy. Together, we can make a difference!

Let’s spread hope, one story at a time.

07/08/2025

What does hope look like in health care? You’ll find the answer in the newest issue of HERE magazine out now with the Edify Edmonton July/August issue.

Inside, you’ll read a powerful new illustrated story that brings the journey of kidney disease to life, a behind-the-scenes look at how the arts are transforming healing inside the hospital and profiles of the donors and researchers who are shaping the future of care right here in Alberta.

HERE is more than a magazine. It’s one of the most important ways we show how your support is transforming and redefining what’s possible in health.

Take a moment to explore the stories. Share them. And discover what’s possible when generosity meets innovation.

https://buff.ly/H0Nv3QY

07/03/2025

The latest issue of is out now!

From a heartfelt illustrated story on kidney disease to inspiring stories of philanthropy, healing through the arts and bold innovation in health — this edition is filled with hope, heart and the impact YOU help make possible.

Find HERE issue 7 inside the pages of the Edify Edmonton July/August issue on key stands around the city, or on our website at the link: https://buff.ly/H0Nv3QY

07/03/2025

The University Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Kaye Competition — a partnership between the University of Alberta Hospital (inclusive of the Kaye Edmonton Clinic and the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute), and the University Hospital Foundation made possible through a $30 million donation from Mr. Donald Kaye to the Foundation in 2012.

This year’s winners are: Fernando Godinho Zampieri, Matthew Anaka, Adam Kinnaird and Frank Wuest. Congratulations!

To learn more about the competition and this year’s winning projects, head to our website. https://buff.ly/VYY490y

06/28/2025

Thank you to the University Hospital Foundation for a valuable discussion yesterday on advancing health care in Edmonton.

The Foundation plays a vital role in advancing patient care and innovation at the University of Alberta Hospital, the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and the Kaye Edmonton Clinic.

06/27/2025

“Everything was fine… and then it wasn’t.”

That’s how Ronna Jevne describes the morning she had a stroke in February, 2025.

One minute she was getting ready for an appointment — the next, she couldn’t speak, couldn’t coordinate simple movements, and didn’t know why.

What saved her? Edmonton’s stroke ambulance — the only one of its kind in Canada — funded by donors like you.

Only a few days left in Stroke Month, and thanks to a generous $50,000 matching gift, every donation you make will have 2X the impact to support stroke care and innovation right here in Alberta.

Watch Ronna’s story: https://buff.ly/zvw8JbL

06/25/2025

Share your story of hope and win!

We want to hear from YOU! ❤️

The University Hospital Foundation supports the University of Alberta Hospital, The Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute and the Kaye Edmonton Clinic -- as well as researchers and medical innovators working to transform health, wellness and illness prevention in Edmonton and beyond.

Tell us why YOU support the University Hospital Foundation and how our work has impacted you or a loved one. Whether it’s a story of resilience, gratitude, or a special memory, your words can inspire hope in others. When you share your story with us between June 18 and July 16, you will be entered to win a gift card to Freson Bros. worth $100.

How to Enter:
❤️Visit our landing page here: https://buff.ly/YjzVIKm
❤️Complete the form on the Hope is Here page for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Freson Bros.

One winner will be randomly selected by July 21th, 2025, and will be notified by email only. You can pick up your gift card at one of our donation offices at the University of Alberta Hospital, or we can mail it to you! Note: we will ONLY communicate with the winner via a verified givetouhf.ca email address, so please be on the look out for scammers.

Your story could help inspire our community and strengthen the power of healthcare philanthropy. Together, we can make a difference!

Let’s spread hope, one story at a time.

Have you had a meaningful healthcare experience as a patient, family member or donor? If you'd like to share your story with others we'd love to hear from you.

06/21/2025

We’re proud to welcome Chris Burrows as the new Chair of our Board of Trustees.

Chris brings an exceptional blend of leadership and financial expertise to the role — currently serving as CFO of Go Auto and contributing to several boards and committees across Alberta. A dedicated volunteer and member of our Board for the past five years, Chris’s commitment to health innovation and community impact is unmistakable.

We’d also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Shelley Scott for her thoughtful leadership as Chair. Her contributions have made a lasting impact.

Welcome, Chris!