In an extraordinary act of generosity, longtime supporter\u00a0 Bob Jacob has made a second one-million-dollar gift to the South Muskoka Hospital\u00a0 Foundation, just six months after an initial million-dollar donation. This brings Bob\u2019s cumulative lifetime giving to an unprecedented level and establishes him as the largest living donor in the hospital foundation\u2019s history.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Notably, both transformational gifts were made through gifts of publicly traded securities;\u00a0 a form of giving that maximizes impact for the hospital and can provide significant tax benefits to the donor. Through this thoughtful approach to giving, Bob has ensured that the full value of his generosity goes to advancing patient care.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cOur hospital is the heart of this community,\u201d says Bob. \u201cSupporting its future is one of the most meaningful investments I can make, and giving through stocks is easy. I challenge\u00a0 other donors: why wait?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Bob\u2019s latest contribution builds on his legacy of philanthropy that has spanned years. With\u00a0 his total giving now over $2.2 million, Bob\u2019s impact will be felt across patient care,\u00a0 medical advancements, and expanded access to critical health services for generations to\u00a0 come.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cIn just six months, Bob has doubled down on his commitment to our patients and our mission. His extraordinary generosity strengthens our ability to deliver high-quality care\u00a0 close to home.\u201d Says Foundation Executive Director, Leah Walker.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In recognition of his historic generosity, South Muskoka Hospital has honoured Bob and his late wife, Lynn, with recognition on the South Muskoka Hospital\u2019s visitor entranceway.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Foundation Board Chair Dan Brooks noted, \u201cPhilanthropy at this level inspires others.\u00a0 Bob\u2019s leadership challenges all of us to think bigger about what\u2019s possible for healthcare in\u00a0 our region.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
From the South Muskoka Hospital\u00a0 Foundation<\/p>\n
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