Annual Val Matteotti Italian Open




The 29th Annual Val Matteotti Italian Open was once again a wonderful day of golf, fun in the sun, and raising money for our community!

On August 14th, golfers, sponsors, and volunteers joined the CRHF staff at the Lethbridge Country Club for the 29th Annual Val Matteotti Italian to support of a great cause.
 
Named after prominent philanthropists Val and Flora Matteotti, the event is known as one of the most distinguished and one-of-a-kind golf tournaments in Southern Alberta.

Over the past 29 years, the annual golf tournament has raised a total of about $1.7 million, which will fund life-saving healthcare and the greatest needs of the Chinook Regional Hospital.
 
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible donors, sponsors, golfers, volunteers,
spectators and supporters who helped make the tournament so successful.


Together we can make a difference in our community!

About Val Matteotti Italian Open

Now in its 29tyear, the Val Matteotti Italian Open was inspired by a unique idea…an appreciation for Italian food, a love for golf, and a belief in the importance of giving back to healthcare in our community. Named after prominent philanthropists Val and Flora Matteotti, the event is known as one of the most distinguished and one-of-a-kind golf tournaments offered in Southern Alberta. To date, it has raised over $1.7 million for the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, supporting state-of-the-art equipment purchases, special projects and programs.
 

 


2024 Italian Open Organizing Committee (L to R):



Tony Rose (Let’s Pasta Food Services Inc.), Molly Pletsch (CRH Foundation), Crystal Elliott (CRH Foundation), John Talerico (Talerico Financial Group), (NA - Rocco Suriano (Let’s Pasta Food Services Inc.)


 

 

Care from the Heart Day 2025 a Success!

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation Wraps Another Hugely Successful Annual Care from the Heart Radio-a-thon - your Generosity is Transforming Healthcare in Lethbridge!

Lethbridge, AB – February 14, 2024
 
Thanks to your kindness and generosity, $473,804.29 has been raised, far surpassing our goal of $400,000!
 
"Your support ensures that our hospital has the tools and resources needed to provide the best possible care for our community. Thank you for making a lasting difference!"
– Crystal Elliott, Chief Executive Officer
 
 

Cardiac Gala Raises $644,000 to Bring Hearts Closer to Home

Lethbridge, AB - February 3, 2025 -

The Cardiac Sciences Advisory Cabinet, in partnership with the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, is thrilled to announce that the Bringing Hearts Home Cardiac Gala, held on Saturday, February 1, has raised an astounding $644,000 - exceeding all expectations!

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Charitable Donations Extension | February 28th, 2025

Recently the Government of Canada announced plans to amend the Income Tax Act - this amendment will extend the deadline for tax-deductible donations for the 2024 tax year to February 28, 2025.

This change aims to help donors affected by the four-week Canada Post mail stoppage, ensuring their contributions are processed in time and supporting charities in providing essential services to their communities.


For more check out the following resource: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2024/12/government-of-canada-announces-extension-of-2024-charitable-donations-to-february-28-2025.html

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation is the leading philanthropic partner for Chinook Regional Hospital and surrounding healthcare facilities. With the support of generous donors, we drive innovation and fund state-of-the-art equipment.