St. Michael’s Young Leaders
SMYL a
b St. Michael’s Young Leaders
We are SMYL, a fresh face in fundraising. As St. Michael’s Young Leaders, we offer a different approach to helping our city. We’re a group of young professionals proudly supporting the Inner City Health program at St. Michael’s Hospital and our end goal is to raise funds, awareness, and hope for some of Toronto’s most imperative initiatives. We appreciate you taking the time to hear us out.
SMYL 1
This is not a brochure, this is a first step. 2 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
A step towards helping another at-risk mother get the care she deserves. A step towards helping equip downtown Toronto with more of the medical resources it needs. A step towards change. Yes, like a brochure this will introduce who we are, what we do, and why we do it. But if you connect with us, this can become so much more. This can become the first step to initiating a real difference in Toronto. We urge you to read on, but if you want to connect immediately, all the necessary information can be found on the last page of this brochure first step.
SMYL 3
“ I am personally delighted with the evolution of the St. Michael’s Young Leaders. From a few bright and enthusiastic supporters raising several thousand dollars, to a large and highly organized team committed to raising $1 million for the Inspire 2018 Campaign; what a great success story! St. Michael’s is very grateful.”
Robert Howard, MD MBA President and Chief Executive Officer, St. Michael’s Hospital
4 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
A Message from our Leadership
St. Michael’s is fortunate to have such ardent champions in our Young Leaders. Embodying the next generation of philanthropists, this group of young professionals continue to impress with their unwavering dedication to supporting the hospital’s most urgent priorities. It is a critical need of our city to raise funds for programs like Inner City Health that provide care to Toronto’s disadvantaged population. The St. Michael’s Young Leaders have taken up this cause and are ambassadors of the hospital’s commitment to compassionate care. They are raising awareness amongst their peer group and their networks to provide support for innovative hospital research programs that are changing the lives of those who are less fortunate. They are the next generation, changing the face of our volunteer community. It has been a pleasure watching the Young Leaders grow and develop over the last few years. With their support, there really is no limit on what we can achieve together – for you, your family, and the best possible patient care at St. Michael’s. Sincerely,
L. Alayne Metrick, FAHP President, St. Michael’s Foundation
SMYL 5
Everything SMYL does is for St. Michael’s Hospital. 6 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
St. Michael’s Hospital was built on Values. These values represent the philosophy and beliefs of the organization, guiding all decisions and actions.
Human Dignity
St. Michael’s Hospital values each person as a unique individual with a right to be respected and accepted.
Excellence
St. Michael’s Hospital values quality in care, work life, education and research.
Compassion
St. Michael’s Hospital values a quality of presence and caring that accepts people as they are and fosters healing and wholeness.
Social Responsibility
St. Michael’s Hospital values integrity and the promotion of the just use of resources entrusted to us for the enhancement of human life.
Community of Service
St. Michael’s Hospital values a work climate of mutual trust and harmony to enable healing, collaboration and the fulfillment of human potential.
Pride of Achievement
St. Michael’s Hospital values its colleagues, its work and its accomplishments and takes pride in bringing its rich tradition of hope and healing to every person in its care. For the complete story, visit stmichaelsfoundation.com
SMYL 7
Sounds great, but what exactly does SMYL do? 8 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
In a few words, we raise money. And we do this for unique and necessary hospital initiatives. But in more than a few words, we do a variety of things...
We provide Funding to doctors, nurses, and other health care providers. We build connections between tomorrow’s leaders and those who need help today. We promote community and continue to develop an ever-growing culture of giving back. We spend smart as evidenced by SMYL’s $0.27 cost per dollar since inception. We get together at our annual Duffer (golf), Dodger (dodgeball), and Giver (gala) events.
SMYL 9
SMYL Events The Giver is SMYL’s flagship event. Started in 2008, this fall gala has continually featured beautiful venues and beautiful people, always in support of a beautiful cause.
10 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
The Duffer as the name suggests, is all about bad golf for a great cause. Since 2011, this tournament has established itself as one of the best reasons to take a day off work, if you need one.
The Dodger is an annual costumed charity dodgeball event. You know, one of those things. Since 2009, this one-of-a-kind tournament has been un-missable, unpredictable, and entirely unforgettable.
SMYL 11
The Story of SMYL 2008
2009
2010
2015
11 20
Fu
nd
sP le 14 20
0, 00
0 2013
e
$1 ,0 0
20 12
dg
d:
12 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
2008
- F ounded St. Michael’s Young Leaders - I naugural Giver raised $30,000 Total funds raised $30,000
2009
- Funded 2 trauma stretchers - Sponsored 2011 Philippines Mission - Inaugural Dodger raised $35,000 - 2nd Annual Giver raised $28,000 Total funds raised $63,000
2010
- F unded the Baby Passport Program - F unded the Baby Simulator - 2 nd Annual Dodger raised $62,000 - 3 rd Annual Giver raised $30,000 -O ther funds raised $6,500 Total funds raised $98,500
2011
2014
- 4th Annual Duffer raised $92,000 - 6th Annual Dodger raised $158,000 - 7th Annual Giver raised $37,000 - Other funds raised $14,500 Total funds raised $301,500
2015
Finish our pledge of $1,000,000 to the Inspire 2018 Campaign, a hospital-wide re-imagination centring on the 17-storery Peter Gilgan Patient Care Tower and the twice-aslarge Slaight Family Emergency Department at the corner of Queen and Victoria. All figures are net. As of March 31, 2015.
- F unded Neonatal Jaundice Meters -R ecognized as donors to the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute - I naugural Duffer raised $27,000 - 3 rd Annual Dodger raised $70,000 -4 th Annual Giver raised $51,000 Total funds raised $148,000
2012
- F unded the Baby Tuck Shop - Additional funding for the Baby Passport Program - 2 nd Annual Duffer raised $52,000 -4 th Annual Dodger raised $79,000 - 5 th Annual Giver raised $44,000 -O ther funds raised $32,000 Total funds raised $207,000
2013
- 3 rd Annual Duffer raised $62,500 - 5 th Annual Dodger raised $125,000 -6 th Annual Giver raised $40,000 -O ther funds raised $25,000 Total funds raised $252,500
Architectural rendering courtesy of NORR. SMYL 13
SMYL Supported Programs The Baby Passport Program
Every year in Toronto over 300 infants are born to homeless women, many without access to prenatal support. To help these at-risk mothers and infants, St. Michael’s Hospital created the innovative My Baby and Me Passport Program that offers much needed medical and practical services. It’s an award-winning program that we are proud to support and one that operates on a small scale while making a big impact in the lives of new mothers.
14 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
The Baby Simulator
There’s a reason pilots spend hours in simulation before actually operating an aircraft. It’s because flying, much like infant care, is incredibly complex. For this reason, we helped fund a life-sized, computer operated infant mannequin that teaches healthcare providers how to care for children. It’s a ground-breaking addition to the hospital and one that is changing the way we care for Toronto’s infants.
The Baby Tuck Shop
Every child deserves access to diapers, toiletries, and even toys. Unfortunately, many mothers in Toronto are unable to provide their newborns with these essential items. And so the Baby Tuck Shop was born. This extension of the Baby Passport Program offers at-risk mothers an opportunity to “shop” for free items both they and their children need. It’s another SMYL funded project that leads to happier and healthier mothers and babies.
SMYL 15
“ SMYL’s generous support of the Allan Waters Family Simulation Centre at St. Michael’s is a wonderful example of the next generation of philanthropists investing in vital equipment to train the next generation of physicians.” Douglas M. Campbell, MSc, MD, FRCPC Director of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Deputy Chief of Pediatrics, Medical Director of the Allan Waters Family Simulation Centre
16 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
“ SMYL have been tremendous supporters of Women’s and Inner City Health. They are the biggest funders of the Baby Passport Program and their grant to the Baby Tuck Shop allowed us to make the much-needed resource a reality. These initiatives are making big differences in the lives of families at St. Michael’s and we are extremely grateful for SMYL’s ongoing support.” manda Hignell and Marisa Cicero A Women’s Health Care Centre, St. Michael’s Hospital
SMYL 17
Our Members, Our Sponsors 18 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
Executive Committee
Brad Lawrence, Co-Chair Tyler Howard, Co-Chair
Dodger
Marco Isakov, Chair Alex Lederman Andrew Forgione Conner Higgins Luana Harris Mike Alfieri Scarlett Rounthwaite
Duffer
Greg Thompson, Co-Chair Steve Thompson, Co-Chair Edward Younger Jeff Beitz Kate Moraca Kyle D’Arcey Lee Colucci William Pringle Graham Thompson
Giver
James Musson, Chair Chelsea Rasmussen Craig Burton Julia Nugent Kevin Barford Lily Zhang Victoria Leung
External Communications
Julia Dyck, Chair Geoff Gingerich Julia Barrett Kyla Herzog McKenna Wild
Internal Communications
Courtney Paterson, Co-Chair Sarah Richard, Co-Chair
Sponsorship
David Cooper, Chair Adam Freud Andrew Dimock Anna Sinclair Bradley Leufkens Carter Williams Casey Antolak Colton Creber David Kerr Deian Kutev Derek Kirton James Cooke James Gibson James Grant Jillian Wade John Pryde Josh Rotstein Julia Morse Katherine Sarracini Kay Schonberger Kendell Johnson Kirsten Mackereth Kyle Boutros Kyle Coatsworth Lara Ariganello Lorne Creighton Lucas Bertrand-Sittler Mahsa Afghahi Michael Astone Mo Gulamhusein Paul von Martels Sarvi Ahmadi Spencer Hurley Taylor Simpson
$25,000+ Sponsors
$10,000+ Sponsors
Treasurer
Caroline Stern, Chair
Alumni
Jeremy Dietrich, Co-Chair Lesley Rowan, Co-Chair
SMYL 19
This is not a brochure, this is a call to action. 20 St. Michael’s Young Leaders
We have big goals to continue supporting much needed hospital initiatives, but we can’t do it without your help. So please, contact us and let’s discuss how we can bring about the next generation of change in this city together.
smyl@smh.ca
Website
stmichaelsfoundation.com/SMYLgroup
facebook.com/SMYLgroup
@SMYLgroup
SMYL 21
stmichaelsfoundation.com/SMYLgroup 22 St. Michael’s Young Leaders