Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation Provides Over $2.7 Million to Support Local Cancer Care
Windsor, ON — October 2nd, 2025 — The Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation announced a remarkable donation of $2,718,473 to the Windsor Regional Cancer Program. This donation represents an investment in hope, healing, and world-class cancer care close to home.
Members from both organizations, along with medical professionals, past patients, and community supporters gathered to celebrate the fundraising efforts of our generous community. This donation to the Windsor Regional Cancer Program will directly enhance patient care across four key departments: Systemic Therapy, Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care, and Respiratory Therapy.
“This is more than a number,” said Houida Kassem, Executive Director of the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation. “This is your impact. This is your compassion in action. Today shows the true power of community when you come together. You don’t just support cancer care, you transform it.”
Jonathan Foster, Clinical Vice President of the Windsor Regional Cancer Program, highlighted how the funds will be used. “This donation will allow us to make meaningful advancements in treatment and strengthen the care patients receive.” Foster said.
The Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation’s mission is driven by a promise to serve our cancer community. Through campaigns like Show Us Your Brave and Grow On Windsor, local businesses, volunteers, and donors have rallied to make a lasting impact.
[GROUP PHOTO FROM LEFT TO RIGHT] Laura D’Alimonte, Angela D’Alessandro, Dr. Sindu Kanjeekal, Jonathan Foster, Stephen Roberts, Joal McMahon, Houida Kassem, and Brian Schwab.
Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation
Brandy Coulsey, Marketing and Communications Manager
519-254-5577 ext. 58559
bcoulsey@windsorcancerfoundation.org
www.windsorcancerfoundation.org
About the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation
The Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation serves as the official fundraising arm for the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre, fulfilling requests of the Windsor Regional Cancer Program. These requests include the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment, patient amenities, and initiatives, such as the Patient Assistance Fund, and the Dr. Hakam Abu-Zahra Research Fund program which supports excellent local cancer research. 100% of funds raised stay local and supports world class cancer care close to home. Thanks to tremendous community support, the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation has raised over $30 million to date!