Can I direct my gift to a specific department or unit of my choice?

Yes. When donors designate their gift for a specific purpose, their money is never used for any other purpose other than initially stated. The QEII Foundation welcomes both designated and undesignated gifts. Undesignated gifts are directed towards the health centre's area of greatest need.

Does the Foundation welcome gifts of all sizes?

Absolutely. Every gift helps.

What privacy policies are in place at the QEII Foundation?

The QEII Foundation does not access information about former QEII patients or staff. Instead, the Foundation has always relied on the generosity of the general community to improve patient care for all Atlantic Canadians. The QEII Foundation treats all donor information as confidential - we do not sell or trade mailing lists about our donors. When you make a donation to the QEII Foundation, feel confident in knowing that your information is kept in a secure database used by staff members who are bound by confidentiality policies. Find out more about the QEII Foundation's privacy policies.

Does the QEII Foundation receive the proceeds from parking?

The QEII Foundation does not receive any of the proceeds from parking.

Why is the QEII Foundation raising money?

The QEII, like other health centres across the country, is funded by the Department of Health. The health centre relies on the QEII Foundation for new equipment and research funding.

Does the QEII Foundation conduct door-to-door canvassing?

No. The QEII Foundation has never participated in any door-to-door fundraising.

Does the QEII Foundation have a donor calling program?

Yes. The QEII Foundation has a team of of donor calling staff who connect with past donors who pledge their support to the QEII with a personal giving schedule and method convenient to them.

If at any time you would like to verify the authenticity of the individual conducting fundraising on behalf of the QEII Foundation, please call 902-473-7932.

Does the QEII Foundation conduct mail appeals?

Yes. The QEII Foundation conducts annual mail appeals, in the spring and fall, to ask for help in the purchase of necessary equipment for the QEII.

Where can I find the QEII Foundation financial statements?

Financial statements are included in the QEII Foundation's annual stewardship report and are also available separately. To request a hard copy of the stewardship report, please email fndnew@qe2foundation.ca or call 902-473-7932.