Hospital Foundation Plans Tree of Life Fundraiser

The Milford Regional Healthcare Foundation will once again hold its Tree of Life fundraiser on Monday, December 8 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the hospital located at 14 Prospect St. in Milford.

This special evening celebrates the life and care of those patients and families affected by cancer. Proceeds benefit the Oliva Fund, which provides resources to support patients who are being treated at Milford Regional and the Dana-Farber/Brigham Cancer Center and their families.

The December 8 event kicks off with entertainment in the Atrium Café, located on the main floor of the hospital, followed by a brief speaking and tree lighting ceremony.

Those who wish to donate to the Tree of Life may purchase an angel to be hung on the Christmas tree to honor or in memory of someone affected by cancer. Gift levels include $200 for a gold angel, $100 for a silver angel, $50 for a luminary or $25 for a light. Contributions may be made online at foundation.milfordregional.org/treeoflife and must be received by December 3 to be included in the program.

“The Tree of Life continues to be a very meaningful evening for so many who have been touched by cancer,” said Milford Regional Healthcare Foundation’s Senior Director of Philanthropy Elizabeth Fleming. “This annual event provides attendees healing and a time for reflection, but it’s also an opportunity to show gratitude for the advances the medical community continues to make in fighting this disease.”

In the event of inclement weather or to make a contribution, view  foundation.milfordregional.org/treeoflife or call 508.422.2228.