CHHA and the CHHA Foundation are two separate entities with their own Boards of Directors, Presidents and Officers. The Foundation makes its own decisions on how to invest its assets, and funds only activities as requested by CHHA. Every year, CHHA’s National Board of Directors makes its financial requirements known to the CHHA Foundation, which then pays out (contributes) as much of its earned income as possible to satisfy the request.

The CHHA Foundation supports only CHHA and its activities. This ensures that the funds donated are used for the needs and objectives of Canada’s hard of hearing community. CHHA also appoints a representative to the CHHA Foundation Board to provide a direct voice in the management of the Foundation’s affairs.

We appreciate your interest. If you wish your money to be used for immediate operational purposes in CHHA, you should donate to CHHA directly. But if you wish to help generate income for CHHA on a perpetual basis, you should make your donation to the CHHA Foundation. Even better, please consider donating to both organizations as your support is needed and deeply appreciated.

The Board of Directors is composed of the following volunteers:

• Christopher T. Sutton – Chair
• Leon Mills – Vice-Chair
• Daniel Theberge – Treasurer
• Anne Follows – Secretary
• Leslee Scott – Director-at-Large

• Dr. Ruth Warick – Director-at-Large

Cash donations can be made by sending a cheque to the address below. But giving cash is not the only way to support the CHHA Foundation. Other forms of gifts not only make a substantial contribution, but may also provide you, or your estate, with substantial tax advantages. A brochure is being prepared to outline how you may donate life insurance policies, investments, ownership in a business, and other assets, or make a bequest in your will. If you have an immediate decision to make, and have some questions, please contact the CHHA Foundation Secretariat and we will get expert advice to you right away.