Fondation Mathieu-Froment-Savoie

The Fondation Mathieu-Froment-Savoie (Mathieu-Froment-Savoie Foundation) is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting palliative care through fundraising and donation management to ensure the financial sustainability of La Maison Mathieu-Froment-Savoie, a specialized palliative care center located in Gatineau, Quebec.

History and Purpose

Founded with the goal of providing compassionate end-of-life care, the Foundation serves as the financial backbone for La Maison Mathieu-Froment-Savoie, the only palliative care facility in Gatineau. The facility offers free services to individuals in need of end-of-life care and their families, enabling them to experience their final moments with respect, dignity, and compassion. The Foundation’s efforts focus on raising funds to cover operational costs not fully subsidized by government funding, which accounts for only about 49% of expenses. Consequently, the Foundation seeks to raise approximately $900,000 annually through donations to sustain the high quality of care provided[1][2][3].

Mission

The Foundation’s mission is to secure financial resources that allow La Maison Mathieu-Froment-Savoie to maintain and enhance its palliative care services. By managing donations efficiently and transparently, the Foundation ensures that patients and families receive care without financial barriers.

Activities and Impact

La Maison Mathieu-Froment-Savoie provides a serene environment where patients at the end of life are supported by a team of dedicated professionals and volunteers. Through the Foundation’s fundraising, the house is able to offer these services free of charge, emphasizing respect and compassion for people in their final days. The organization is recognized as a vital partner within the regional health and social services network and aims to be a model of continuous innovation in palliative care training and service delivery at both regional and provincial levels[1][2][3].

Governance and Registration

The Fondation Mathieu-Froment-Savoie operates as a registered charity under Canadian law, with business registration number 804963585RR0001. It complies with all regulatory requirements set by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to maintain its charitable status and transparency in financial management[3].

Vision

The Foundation and its associated palliative care center aspire to be recognized for their commitment to high ethical standards, leadership in palliative care expertise, and the positive influence they exert on the development of end-of-life care services in Quebec.

This article incorporates information sourced from official descriptions of La Maison Mathieu-Froment-Savoie and the Mathieu-Froment-Savoie Foundation’s publicly available profiles[1][2][3].

[1] https://www.mmfs.org/en/ [2] https://www.mmfs.org/en/la-maison/about/ [3] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/fondation-mathieu-froment-savoie-mathieu-froment-savoie-foundation/ [4] https://www.assuranciagt.com/en/about-us/social-engagement [5] https://butterfly-house.org/board-of-directors/