Bracebridge Rotarian Bob Jacob donates $25,000 toward Health Hub project goal

Bruce Hemphill accepts a cheque from Bob Jacob toward the goal for the Health Hub

Bob Jacob, member of the Bracebridge Rotary Club often joins the Gravenhurst Rotary regularly. Today, he had quite the pleasant surprise for those in attendance.

In a heartwarming display of generosity and community spirit, Rotarian Bob Jacob has propelled the Gravenhurst Health Hub project forward with a remarkable $25,000 donation—bringing Phase One of the project, that much closer to completion. A familiar and welcome face at The Rotary Club of Gravenhurst, Bob often joins from his home club in Bracebridge, always bringing with him a deep understanding of the shared needs across Muskoka. His commitment to the vision of helping with the health care crisis in Gravenhurst was on full display today, when he surprised attendees at the club’s lunch meeting with a moving presentation and a symbolic gesture of support.

The moment was made even more special as Bob handed over the donation to Bruce Hemphill, Chair of the Gravenhurst Health Hub, whose tireless leadership has been instrumental in rallying support for the initiative. Members of the Rotary Club of Gravenhurst recognized the significance of Bob’s contribution—not just in dollars, but in the momentum it brings to a cause rooted in compassion and collaboration. With this generous gift, the dream of a fully realizing increased primary health care in Gravenhurst inches closer to reality, promising better access, improved care, and a healthier future for the entire community.

What the community is saying….

Much gratitude Bob! Quite a big step forward for the Gravenhurst Health Hub . Bravo!
— Marc Mantha
Thank you, Bob!!! Your support is fantastic news for the Gravenhurst Health Hub! Your generous donation will make a real difference in the lives of many. Thank you for your commitment to the community!
— Sandy Barnes Cairns
Bob, a huge thank-you for your amazing donation! Your support matters so much and brings us that much closer to our goal.
— Bonnie Dart
Thank you Bob! So very generous of you. A huge contribution to this much needed Health Hub.
— John Latour
Wonderful generous donations such as this one become even more Special when given with love of Community and Rotary by such a caring gentleman as Bob Jacob. Thanks Bob for your leadership and Inspiration.
— Gord Durnan
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