Local artisans team up to support PRHC Foundation

Two talented local makers, Asta Johnston Pyrography and Christine’s Creations, have partnered to support PRHC Foundation with a special fundraiser that combines creativity with community impact. Through this ongoing initiative, 50% of every sale will be donated to PRHC Foundation, helping support expert, compassionate cancer care close to home.

Supporters can purchase a handmade dog scrunchie bandana and a custom wooden ribbon together for $20 or choose either item individually for $10 each.

Each wooden ribbon is handcrafted and fully customizable. Buyers can choose the cancer awareness ribbon they would like, add a name or meaningful date, and select whether they would like it made as a keychain, ornament, or bookmark. These personalized keepsakes make thoughtful gifts or meaningful tributes to honour loved ones and raise awareness.

At this time, orders are cash only and available for pickup in Lakefield. To place an order, message Asta Johnston Pyrography on Facebook or send her an email.

Thank you to Asta Johnston Pyrography and Christine’s Creations for supporting PRHC Foundation and helping make a difference for PRHC patients and their loved ones from across our region!

Swing Fore Mental Health will benefit patient care at PRHC

The second annual Swing Fore Mental Health golf tournament is returning to Black Diamond Golf Club on September 17, 2026, bringing our community together in support of mental health care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre. This year’s tournament will be held in memory of Fred Smith, a cherished friend to so many at Black Diamond Golf Club.

Mental health affects families, friends, neighbours and colleagues. Events like Swing Fore Mental Health help shine a light on the importance of compassionate mental health care while continuing the conversation to eliminate stigma in our communities.

PRHC Foundation is grateful to the organizers, sponsors, golfers, volunteers and supporters who make this tournament possible. Proceeds from this year’s event will directly support mental health care services at PRHC, helping ensure patients and families in our region have access to the care and support they need, close to home.

For questions or tournament registration information, please email Barb Timms.

Peter DeGroot is taking his fundraising further for cancer care at PRHC

After combining endurance training with giving back to his community last year and raising $800 for PRHC Foundation, Peter DeGroot is back with an even bigger challenge.

This season, Peter is taking on an ambitious lineup of races ranging from family-friendly 5Ks to a 50K trail race and a 70.3 Ironman, all in support of cancer care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre. His goal is to raise $5,000 to help ensure patients in our region have access to advanced, compassionate cancer care close to home.

For Peter, every early morning workout, training session and race is about more than crossing a finish line, it’s about making a difference for local patients and their loved ones. Along the way, he’ll be sharing training updates, race results and community fundraising initiatives, including per-kilometre challenges, bottle drives and other creative ways to support the cause. Follow his journey and support his fundraising efforts through his personal fundraising page here.

Thank you, Peter, for your continued commitment to supporting patient care at PRHC!

MILK + TEA extends their “Eat local. Give local.” philosophy to PRHC

There’s a delicious new way to support patient care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre.

For a limited time, MILK + TEA in downtown Peterborough is donating a portion of online sales of sourdough bagels, cookies, cinnamon rolls, English muffins, and Bubble Tea Boba Kits to the PRHC Foundation in support of the $70 million Campaign for PRHC.

Every purchase helps keep world-class care close to home. So when you enjoy a treat, you’re also supporting PRHC doctors, nurses, staff, patients and their families. Thank you, MILK + TEA!

You can browse their delicious menu items here.

Bennett’s Furniture and Mattress’ “Benny” in support of the Campaign for PRHC

If you’ve been looking for a new cuddly friend and a meaningful way to give back, meet Benny the Peacock. This adorable plush toy is available at Bennett’s Furniture and Mattresses in Peterborough (105 Park St. South)!

Benny isn’t just irresistibly cute. He’s a fluffy, feathered friend with a purpose. For every Benny sold in Bennett’s showroom, $15 is donated to the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) Foundation, helping support the campaign to reimagine health and care across our region.

So, the next time you stop by Bennett’s, be sure to pick up your very own Benny. You’ll be taking home a delightful stuffed peacock and supporting patient care at PRHC.

PRHC Foundation is part of Split the Pot community lottery!

We’re excited to announce that you can now support Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation through the Split the Pot Lottery!

With 73 hospital foundations across Ontario working together, Split the Pot is creating bigger prizes and more impact in our communities. Lottery players have the chance to win cash, and foundation partners across the province, like the PRHC Foundation, get the funds they need to continue changing and saving lives. 

With more prize winners and big cash and other prizes – including Early Bird draws and multiple chances to be a Grand Prize winner – there’s never been a more rewarding time to support PRHC Foundation and play the lottery. 

Visit splitthepot.ca to purchase tickets online and for more information on the prize breakdown, Early Bird deadlines, participating foundations and more. Or you can call 1-833-804-6262 to place your order over the phone.