The Royal Hospital for Women will receive $50,000 from the Minns Labor Government to support the vital work of the hospital.
Minister for Health Ryan Park today announcing the funding as part of the Royal Hospital for Women Foundation's annual Giving Day. Giving Day, supports the vital work of the hospital by raising funds for specialised equipment, research and new programs. Every dollar raised and invested helps the hospital to deliver world's best care to women and newborn babies.
Giving Day recognises the important role community plays in supporting and partnering with the Royal Hospital for Women. The collaboration of philanthropy and public health helps to fast-track the implementation of new technologies and models of care.
The first Giving Day was held in 2021, and since its inception over $750,000 has been raised. This year, the Royal Hospital for Women Foundation is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The breakthroughs in care for women and newborns that have been achieved during that time are a testament to the support of the community.
The Royal Hospital for Women is one of Australia's foremost specialist hospitals for women and babies. The main areas of specialisation include breast care, gynaecology, gynaecological oncology, maternity, maternal foetal medicine, menopause, newborn intensive care and reproductive medicine.
Donations can be made to The Royal Hospital for Women Foundation's Giving Day via www.royalgivingday.org or by calling (02) 9382 6720.
All donations made on the 13 November will be matched by generous corporate partners and donors, making twice the impact for this important hospital.
For more information about Giving Day and the Royal Hospital for Women Foundation, visit https://www.royalwomen.org.au/
Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Health, Ryan Park:
"The Royal Hospital for Women is our state's only dedicated hospital for women, providing specialised care across gynaecology, breast, maternity, fertility, genetics, maternal fetal medicine, perinatal mental health and oncology services.
"Giving Day is an opportunity to shine the spotlight on the hospital's devoted staff and a chance for the community to support the world-leading care it provides to women, newborns and families."
Quotes attributable to the Member for Coogee, Dr Marjorie O'Neill:
"The Royal Hospital for Women has been one of Australia's foremost specialist hospitals for women and babies since its early beginnings as NSW's first 'lying-in' hospital for women in 1820.
"Since then, The Royal has been at the forefront of many firsts including the first uterus transplant in Australia, and today will help the wonderful team to deliver many more firsts in the years ahead."
Quotes attributable to General Manager, Royal Hospital for Women, Donna Garland:
"Through the Foundation, the community has helped fund innovation and breakthroughs in the care of women and newborn babies.
"The funding we receive through the Foundation on days like Giving Day supports the vital work of the Royal Hospital for Women."
Quotes attributable to CEO, Royal Hospital for Women Foundation, Elise Jennings:
"Our deep gratitude to The Hon. Ryan Park, MP Minister for Health for the generous donation supporting The Royal Giving Day.
"The immediate impact provides advanced medical equipment for women, newborns and the clinicians who care for them. The long-term benefit helps us transform and improve the lifelong health of women and our future generations.
"We are fortunate to have a great public health system in New South Wales. The partnership of public health and philanthropy enables outstanding care for women and families when they need it most".
