In this episode of the Chamber Connect Podcast, Colin sits down with Kimberley Payne, executive director of the Alexandra Marine & General Hospital Foundation, to discuss the essential role the foundation plays in funding medical equipment and services at Goderich’s regional hospital. Kimberley explains how, contrary to common belief, government funding only covers hospital buildings and salaries, leaving critical equipment purchases—like beds, monitors, and even multimillion-dollar CT scanners—up to the foundation’s fundraising efforts. She shares how the foundation’s work ensures that our local hospital remains equipped to serve the community and highlights the importance of ongoing donor support.The conversation also covers recent and upcoming fundraising initiatives, including the successful Cowbell Open, the much-anticipated Long Table Dinner (now at the Goderich airport), and the launch of a $6.5 million MRI campaign. Kimberley shares how staff and local businesses can get involved through payroll deduction and matching programs, and she emphasizes the foundation’s commitment to building strong ties with the business community as a member of the Huron Chamber of Commerce. Whether you’re looking for ways to support local healthcare or curious about how these efforts shape our region’s future, this episode delivers a firsthand look at community-driven impact in action.
