2024 Autumn Benefit Raises over $40,000 for New Hospital Building Project

Generous Donor Announces $50,000 Challenge Match for October Digital Campaign

Sanilac County, Mich. – McKenzie Health System is thrilled to announce the success of the 2024 Autumn Benefit, which raised over $40,000 for the new hospital building project. The event, which was held on September 21 at Harvest Hall in Peck, MI, brought together supporters from across the county and beyond to enjoy dinner, live entertainment, and fundraising activities.

A highlight of the evening was the announcement of a generous $50,000 challenge match to support the upcoming Digital Campaign – Building Together. This online campaign, set to run from October 1-31, aims to raise $100,000 for the building project. The community is encouraged to participate and learn more at www.OurFutureToBuild.org. 

“We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of this event,” said Steve Barnett, President and CEO of McKenzie Health System. “Your support is helping us build a healthier future for our community.”

The committee extends its heartfelt thanks to the sponsors, ticket holders, silent auction and wine donors, the McKenzie Foundation Community Relations Committee, the Dave Bennett Quartet for their exceptional entertainment, Pulse Media for providing lighting and sound, the food preparation teams, and the Peck High School students who volunteered. Special appreciation also goes out to those who couldn’t attend but still chose to donate in support of the cause.

Event Sponsor: Stifel Investment Services – Steven B. Disser, David A. Thomas, Matthew S. Turnbull, Golda M. Dimon

Diamond Sponsor: David E. Johnson Architect

Platinum Sponsors: Hall, Render, Killian, Heath & Lyman, P.C., The Hamed Family, Sanilac Broadcasting Company

Gold Sponsors: Clear Ideas, Inc., Elite Overhead Doors, Inc., Kohler Oil and Propane, Sanilac County News, The Christman Company, Tribune Recorder Leader

Silver Sponsors: Mutee Abdeljaber MD, AASC, Advanced Clinical Technology, Inc., Campbell Farm Tiling, Community Infusion Solutions, F6 Trucking, LLC, Gallagher Insurance, Robert Hassler, DVM, Highline Internet, InnoVative Capital, Jensen Bridge & Supply Company, Keinath Tire, Scott and Jennifer Long, Sanilac County Farm Bureau - Cindy Leen, Al and Joanne Stoutenburg, Stoutenburg Law, PLLC, Thumb Bank & Trust

The Autumn Benefit Committee: Nina Barnett (Chair), Melissa Anderson, Christina Harneck, Rebecca Harris, Gloria Jerome, Kait Miller, Alecia Parks, and Julia Schultz.

Together, we are building for our future!