Media Release
June 15, 2026 – The Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation (BPHF) is proud to recognize Stephen and Bev Miller for their thoughtful and forward-thinking gift of $10,000 through a donation of publicly traded securities. As longtime supporters, this marks the first time the Millers have chosen this innovative giving option—making their contribution both a meaningful investment in the future of local healthcare and a notable milestone in their philanthropic journey.
The Millers have directed their gift to a fund established in 2021 by the Savage and Miller families.
The “Super Dads Endowment Fund” will support Brightshores Lion’s Head Hospital in perpetuity, ensuring that their future generations continue to enjoy the benefits of a well-equipped hospital in Northern Bruce Peninsula.
“We are so grateful to Stephen and Bev for their continued leadership in giving,” said April Patry, Executive Director of BPHF. “This gift not only reflects their deep commitment to family and community—it also demonstrates a powerful and often underutilized way to give that can make an even greater impact.”
By donating appreciated securities such as stocks or mutual funds directly to a registered charity, donors can avoid paying capital gains tax while still receiving a charitable tax receipt for the full market value of the gift. This makes donating securities one of the most tax-efficient ways to support causes that matter.
For the Millers, it was an opportunity to maximize their impact while building on a legacy they had already begun. “This Endowment fund describes my dad (Alfred Savage) perfectly,” said Bev Miller. “He was a super dad. He was a gentle, caring, giving soul that always helped those in need in his community. Now like him, I want to be helpful and giving to my community. I have seen this community step up so many times to support healthcare here on the Bruce Peninsula which is a vital part of any community. I am stepping up by donating to the Super Dad’s Endowment Fund so it will give back every year. If you are able, I urge you to donate to the Bruce Peninsula Hospital Foundation. No donation is too small. It all helps keep healthcare close to home.”
Unlike one-time donations, endowed funds are designed to last forever. The original gift is invested, and only a portion of the annual income it generates is granted each year to support priority equipment, technology, and patient care enhancements. The fund continues to grow, ensuring a steady, reliable source of funding in perpetuity.
The “Super Dads Endowment Fund,” was established to honour the important role fathers play in families and communities. It is a powerful example of how philanthropy can reflect personal values while creating lasting change.
“With this gift, the Millers are not only supporting care today—they are helping to secure the future of local healthcare,” added Patry. “Endowment giving allows donors to turn a single act of generosity into a lifetime of impact.”
As healthcare needs continue to grow, innovative and sustainable approaches to giving are more important than ever. The Millers’ decision to donate securities and contribute to an endowed fund offers a model that others in the community may wish to consider.
“This type of giving is accessible to more people than many realize,” said Patry. “Whether you are planning your estate, reviewing your investment portfolio, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give, donating securities to an endowed fund can be a powerful option.”
Through their generosity, Stephen and Bev Miller are helping ensure that patients across the Bruce Peninsula will continue to benefit from excellent, close-to-home care—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
For more information about donating securities or establishing an endowment fund, please contact the Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation.
