The Foundation of CVPH

No one likes needle sticks, and for many, it can be a source of real anxiety and even pain. But thanks to your generous donations, we can make a tremendous difference for our patients, their families, our community, and our dedicated teams. Watch this video to see how your gifts are giving a big sigh of relief to patients who struggle with needle sticks, thanks to the revolutionary Vein Finder right here at CVPH! This amazing technology helps our clinical team find veins quickly and efficiently, reducing the need for multiple attempts and making a world of difference for our patients. #CVPHFoundation #PatientCare #VeinFinder #HealthcareInnovation #CommunitySupport #ThankYouDonors #EasingPain #MakingADifference #PlattsburghNY

Introducing the First Annual Rainbow Concert! 🌈 Join us on August 14 at The Rainbow Banquet Hall for a high-energy night of live music, community, and giving back — all to benefit Jane’s Fight Fund through The Foundation of CVPH. Enjoy performances by: 🎶 Outlaw State of Mind – a Chris Stapleton tribute band 🎶 Uncaged – a Zac Brown Band tribute band It’s a night you won’t want to miss, filled with great music and an even greater cause. 📅 Thursday, August 14 📍 Rainbow Banquet Hall, Altona, NY *Gates open at 5PM, Show starts at 6PM Purchase tickets here: https://shorturl.at/9nq1h Let’s make the first year unforgettable — see you there! #RainbowConcert #JanesFightFund #CVPHFoundation #OutlawStateOfMind #Uncaged #TributeBands #LiveMusicForACause #CommunitySupport #FirstAnnual #SupportLocalCare

Meet Kerry Haley Kerry has led The Foundation of CVPH for the past 15 years — but her connection to the organization goes back even further. Before stepping into her leadership role, she served as a Development Assistant for four years and even volunteered at events prior to that. Her long-standing dedication, deep community ties, and passion for supporting local health initiatives have helped shape The Foundation into what it is today. 💚 We’re proud to highlight Kerry’s journey and the impact she continues to make every day. #MeetTheFoundation #CVPHFoundation #TeamSpotlight #LeadershipThatMatters #CommunityFirst #FoundationStrong

Kindness in Action at Keeseville Elementary! 🍎💚 We’re honored to share this heartwarming story from Keeseville Elementary School, where students took part in the Positivity Project (P2) — focusing on character strengths and giving back to their community. Each grade selected a meaningful service project, from supporting local food shelves to writing letters for veterans and seniors. But one project hit especially close to home. Kindergarten chose to support the FitzPatrick Cancer Center, raising funds through the sale of paper ribbons for $1 each. Their tree of ribbons quickly grew across walls and doorways — a colorful symbol of compassion and hope. To encourage school-wide support, students were invited to participate in a friendly challenge. Kindergarten raised $511 and earned an ice cream party! First grade followed with $376, and Pre-K with $216. Together, KES raised an amazing $1,351 for local cancer care! Thank you to the students, staff, and families at Keeseville Elementary for showing that even the smallest hearts can make a huge impact. 💛 #PositivityProject #CommunityKindness #FitzPatrickCancerCenter #KESGivesBack #StudentLeaders #CVPHFoundation #KeesevilleElementary #CharacterCounts #KindnessInAction

This past weekend, teams hit the field for the Save the Boobies Softball Tournament, to support the FitzPatrick Cancer Center. From big plays to big hearts, it was an incredible day of competition, community, and purpose. With proceeds going toward cancer care and support for patients right here at home. A huge thank you to the players, organizers, and supporters who helped make this event a home run! 🩷 #SaveTheBoobies #FitzPatrickCancerCenter #CVPHFoundation #SoftballForACause #CommunityStrong #GameDayForGood #SupportLocalCare #CancerAwareness

A Little Each Month. A Big Impact All Year. When you become a monthly donor, you're helping The Foundation of CVPH support patients, families, and healthcare programs right here in our community — not just once, but all year long. Your consistent support means we can plan for the future, respond to urgent needs, and continue making a difference where it matters most. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-kHuCn3 #CVPHFoundation #MonthlyGiving #GiveBack #SupportLocalCare #MakeADifference #CommunityWellness #HealthcareHeroes #GiveMonthlyLiveFully

Building strong connections with  patients is at the heart of how our physicians care for  this community. Recently, one of those connections made a lasting impact — so much so that a grateful patient made a donation to The Foundation of CVPH’s Honor a Caregiver program in honor of Dr. Nicholas  Tooley. The Honor a Caregiver program gives patients and  families a way to show appreciation for team members who go above and beyond in their care. When a gift is made, the honored caregiver receives a special notification and a “Healthcare Hero” pin — a symbol of their extraordinary dedication. Thank you, Dr. Tooley, for the compassionate care you  provide and the difference you make every day. 💚 #HonorACaregiver #CVPHFoundation  #HealthcareHeroes #GratefulPatients  #CompassionateCare #ThankYouDrTooley

Honoring Extraordinary Care at the FitzPatrick Cancer Center Compassionate care can take many forms — and at the FitzPatrick Cancer Center, it’s often found in the thoughtful, dedicated work of caregivers like Dr. Anthony Vaccaroand Nurse Practitioner Rachael Hite. Recently, several grateful patients were so moved by the care they received that they made donations to The Foundation of CVPH in their honor through the Honor a Caregiver program. In total, three gifts were made to celebrate their extraordinary impact — each one helping to support others living with cancer in meaningful ways. The Honor a Caregiver program gives patients and families a chance to recognize a team member who made a difference in their care journey. Honored caregivers receive a special note and a “Healthcare Hero” pin — a small token of appreciation for their big impact. Thank you, Dr. Vaccaro, Rachael, and the entire FCC team for your commitment, compassion, and care. #HonorACaregiver #CVPHFoundation #FitzPatrickCancerCenter #HealthcareHeroes #CompassionateCare #ThankYouCaregivers #CVPH #TheFoundation

Helping Patients Reach the Care They Need—Wherever It Is. The Foundation’s Travel Fund supports patients and families who must travel outside the North Country for specialized medical care. Each fund was created with a unique story and heartfelt purpose: ✨ April LaValley Fund – For patients with cystic fibrosis, inspired by April’s selfless wish to help others like her. ✨ CVPH Travel Fund – Assisting adults in need of care beyond our region, established by The Foundation Board in 2001. ✨ Melissa Lahtinen Penfield Fund – Supporting organ transplant recipients and donors, honoring Melissa’s enduring legacy. ✨ Roger Senecal Fund – Helping income-eligible families with sick children travel for treatment, continuing the community's love for Roger since the 1980s. These funds are more than financial help—they’re proof of what compassion can do. 💚 Want to learn more or support a specific fund? Reach out—we're happy to share the stories behind the impact. #TheFoundation #TravelFund #NorthCountryCares #PatientSupport #HealthEquity #CareBeyondBoundaries #CVPH 

We're proud to have compassionate and skilled caregivers like Dr. Isabelle Duchesnay on our team. One of our grateful patients recently made a donation to the Honor a Caregiver program in recognition of the exceptional care Dr. Duchesnay provided. The Honor a Caregiver program offers patients and families a meaningful way to say thank you by making a gift to The Foundation of CVPH in a caregiver’s name. Honored team members receive a special note of recognition and a “Healthcare Hero” pin — a symbol of their extraordinary impact. Thank you, Dr. Duchesnay, and the entire general surgery team for your dedication to our patients and community! 💚  #CVPHFoundation #HonorACaregiver #HealthcareHeroes #GratitudeInAction #ThankYouCaregivers #CommunityCare