“We are thrilled to announce the Nanji Family Foundation has “rallied” again to support North York General as the Presenting Sponsor of Rally 2020. As long standing supporters of health care philanthropy in Canada, we feel a special bond with the Nanji family given the depth and breadth of their decades of contributions.”
— Terry Pursell, President and CEO, North York General Foundation.
Read the Nanji Family story and their history of giving here.
Rally stories
In my 13 years of working at NYGH, I have happily volunteered on many committees but this is my first time rallying! I find this to be an important event for all to participate in. No matter what your department or fitness level. As I am all for growth and change as well as awareness of our organization initiatives, I will do this because of my passion for where I work and pride of my Department., Emergency.
That is why I rally.
As a business operator in North York, I wanted to find a way to give back to the community. This year I became a volunteer with the North York General Foundation after participating in Rally 2020. The staff at NYGH are incredible especially with the added complications of the pandemic. There has never been a better time to be involved. I hope to see you running for this great cause in our community.
I have been a volunteer, supporting North York General in a variety of capacities for 16 years. I’ve always taken it upon myself to promote this hospital as a cause worthy of philanthropic support. That’s why it’s so important to continue inspiring excitement from our community. Rally re-invigorated my enthusiasm for this great hospital we call ours — I hope it does the same for every member of this community.
As a doctor at North York General, I have felt the impact of community donations first-hand. That’s why it was an easy decision to get involved with Rally in the Ravine, both as a volunteer and a participant. Last year, it was great to see so many people contribute to Rally in the Ravine and step up to support North York General — it takes a lot of audacity and heart. I am extremely proud of this hospital and this community.
I always wanted to contribute to my own community, but was never quite sure how. Both my sister and I were born at North York General, so supporting this amazing hospital just felt right. And with my passion for running, sports and all things outdoors, a 5K run couldn’t have been more perfect. It doesn’t matter how old you are. Anyone can contribute to your community and to your community hospital. It takes just a little bit of effort to make a big impact — anyone can make a difference.
I have a long history with this hospital. My mom worked on the switchboard back in the 70s. That’s how she found our awesome family doctor that we had for over 40 years, the late Dr. Edward Attersley. Two of my three nieces were born there. I had both my knees replaced there, and my dad had his knees and one of his hips replaced. Also, my parents both received awesome care from all the staff in their last days of life.
It’s a wonderful hospital, and I’ll support it all I can.
I have been an NYGH staff member for over 40 years. The hospital and its staff have looked after hundreds of my patients and three generations of my family. I had surgery at NYGH and experienced firsthand the superb, compassionate care delivered by their staff. I am proud and fortunate to be supporting NYGH.
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North York General Foundation
4001 Leslie St. Toronto, ON, M2K 1E1
Phone: 416-756-6944
Fax: 416-756-9407
Email: foundation@nygh.on.ca