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Raising Money for NYGH NICU

Jessica Arato is raising money for North York General Hospital Foundation
Celebrating the birthday of Simon

on 22 February 2025

CA$1,175
raised of CA$500 target
By fundraising for the #1 community academic hospital in Canada, you are helping to provide new equipment, enhanced spaces and technology across the entire hospital, benefitting diverse communities across North York and beyond.

Story

Simon’s First Birthday: A Special Way to Celebrate

This year, as we celebrate Simon’s first birthday, we’re reminded of just how far he has come. Simon was born six weeks early, arriving into this world as a tiny, but mighty, fighter. It was a time filled with uncertainty, worry, and hope. Thanks to the incredible care provided by the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Simon received the specialized attention he needed to grow stronger each day.

The NICU became more than just a place for Simon to heal; it became our lifeline. The nurses and doctors not only cared for Simon but also supported us as parents during those challenging early weeks. They celebrated every milestone with us, from his first stable breath to the day we finally brought him home. Their dedication, compassion, and expertise gave us the greatest gift of all: the chance to watch Simon thrive.

Today, Simon is a happy, healthy one-year-old, full of laughter and curiosity. We can’t imagine this journey without the support of the NICU staff and the resources they had at their disposal. That’s why, in honor of Simon’s first birthday, we’re asking our friends, family, and community to join us in giving back to the place that gave us so much.

Your donation to the NICU will help provide life-saving equipment, resources, and support to families like ours. Whether it’s a ventilator for a premature baby, specialized training for NICU staff, or comfort items for parents during long days and nights, your contribution will make a tangible difference.

Every little bit helps. Together, we can ensure that more families have access to the same level of care and hope that Simon received. Let’s celebrate his first year of life by helping other babies and families in need.

Thank you for being a part of Simon’s story and for supporting this cause that is so close to our hearts.

Thank You! Jess, Tom, Amelia & Simon

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About the campaign

By fundraising for the #1 community academic hospital in Canada, you are helping to provide new equipment, enhanced spaces and technology across the entire hospital, benefitting diverse communities across North York and beyond.

About the charity

The Foundation supports our hospital’s most urgent needs, including equipment replacement and upgrades not covered by the government, to ensure that our hospital has the right tools and equipment to care for our community.

Donation summary

Total
CA$1,175.00
Online
CA$1,175.00
Offline
CA$0.00

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