Local event raised over $56K for Parkinson’s clinic

Diners turned out in droves to support the newly renamed Humphreys Family Movement Disorder Clinic at Kelowna General Hospital.

The KGH Foundation’s Plates for Parkinson’s event, ran in partnership with the Humphreys family and hosted by David Montpetit, raised $56,095 for the clinic.

The event, designed to raise awareness and funds for the neurodegenerative disorder clinic, saw 125 guests attend the charity dinner.

“We were honoured and touched to see so many family, friends, and community members come out to Plates for Parkinson’s in support of a cause so close to our hearts,” Kim Humphreys, daughter of Barry Humphreys, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2020, said.

“Our family has witnessed firsthand the challenges of this disease, and the positive impact that Dr. Daryl Wile and his team at the clinic have on people living with Parkinson’s disease in the Interior Region. Their commitment to providing exceptional care and their vision for advancing treatment inspired us to contribute in a meaningful way. As a family we have personally committed our time, our money, our relationships and reputation, and our willingness to publicly tell a very personal story in order to galvanize our community to get involved.”

The Plates for Parkinson’s fundraiser included a meal, cocktails, and silent auction, with all proceeds supporting the clinic.