St. Joseph’s Healthcare Foundation is grateful to be the beneficiary of a number of community events hosted throughout the year by compassionate individuals, businesses, and organizations.
Explore our upcoming community events below.
community Event
Purse Bingo
On February 20, a sold‑out crowd of 530 guests gathered at Carmens Event Centre for a fun and fabulous night with designer prizes. Thanks to Maria Dorego's leadership, our event sponsors, booth vendors, donors and guests, Purse Bingo raised an impressive $30,000 to support mental health and addiction services at St. Joe's.
Community event
A Run for Chris
On August 17, 2025, nearly 400 participants came together to walk/run and raise funds in memory of 26-year-old Chris Owens, who touched the lives and hearts of so many in his community. This year’s event raised more than $41,000 in support of mental health and addictions care at St. Joe’s Youth Wellness Centre (YWC).
community event
Wayback Lunch & Benefit
Saverina Scozzari is hosting her third annual fundraiser on September 27 at Carmen's Event Centre featuring DJ Danny D and Tony Monaco from Z103.5 FM. Event proceeds will support the Kidney Transplant Clinic at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, the Hospital where Saverina received her life-saving kidney transplant.
community event
Guitar Strings & Kidney Things
A concert for a cause. A gig that gives back. On October 25, 2025 Guitar Strings & Kidney Things hosted their annual benefit concert and auction featuring indie legends Lowest of the Low at Bridgeworks Hamilton. It was a great night that raised an incredible $17,500 for kidney care at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.
Hosting a community event or fundraiser?
Want to give back to St. Joe’s? We are here to help!
For inquiries and support, email us at: events@stjoesfoundation.ca.