Crystal Gala Foundation Achieves $1 Million MRI Fundraising Goal

The **Crystal Gala Foundation** successfully raised over **$503,000** during its 25th annual fundraiser, contributing to a total of **$1 million** earmarked for a new **MRI** machine at **Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre** (ARHCC). The event took place on **October 25, 2023**, at the Ag-Rec Building in Abbotsford and attracted nearly **500 guests**.

This year’s gala, themed “25 Years of Silver Linings,” featured a lively evening filled with dinner, silent and live auctions, games, entertainment, dancing, and speeches. The impressive fundraising total not only fulfills the foundation’s commitment but also underscores its ongoing dedication to enhancing breast health services in the region.

Continuous Support for Breast Health Initiatives

Since its inception in **1999**, the **Crystal Gala Foundation** has raised a remarkable **$5.3 million**. The gala serves as the foundation’s primary fundraising event, generating substantial contributions each year to support breast cancer treatment programs throughout the **Fraser Valley**. Notably, all proceeds from the event are directed towards improving healthcare services for breast cancer patients, making a significant impact on the community.

Attendees expressed their gratitude for the event’s success and the vital support it provides to those affected by breast cancer. The foundation’s efforts not only enhance medical facilities but also foster community awareness and engagement in health-related issues.

Plans for the next gala are already underway, with the 26th Crystal Gala scheduled for **October 24, 2025**. For more information about upcoming events and initiatives, interested individuals can visit the foundation’s website at **crystalgala.ca**.

The success of the 25th annual gala is a testament to the commitment of the community and the foundation’s ongoing mission to improve health outcomes for breast cancer patients in the region.