Planned Giving

Leaving a legacy gift to RVH is a meaningful way to support future care. By including RVH in your will, you can define how you’ll be remembered and make a lasting impact on your community.

By including RVH in your will or estate plan, you ensure future generations will have access to world-class care, close to home.

When you let us know about your intended gift, our team can work with you to ensure your legacy reflects your values and wishes—giving you the opportunity to define how you will be remembered.

There are many ways to leave a legacy gift to RVH Foundation, including:

  • A gift in your will (bequest)
  • Life insurance policies
  • Retirement funds (RRSPs/RRIFs, TFSAs)
  • Other planned gifts tailored to your needs and goals

We encourage you to consult with your financial advisor or lawyer to determine the best charitable giving option for you and your loved ones.

Our donor relations team is here to answer your questions and provide support as you explore the benefits of planned giving. Together, we can ensure your generosity continues to fuel life-changing healthcare for years to come.


Don Saunders smiles at the camera as he flips through a photo album with beautiful black and white images of his late wife, Joni.
Don Saunders, proud legacy donor.

“Joni was diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s. As the disease progressed, it was heartbreaking to watch. She had such a love for life, and so much talent and beauty. To lose a bit of her every day was devastating.

Leaving a gift in your will is a highly personal decision, there’s no doubt about it. For me, the donation is a reflection of my values – and of Joni’s too. And I’m confident RVH will make every dollar of my special gift count. I trust them to carry on my legacy and care for the people of Simcoe Muskoka.

Most importantly, I am confident that my gift will have a genuine, lasting impact on the lives of others. And that’s something Joni would be very proud of, as a tribute to our love story.”