A Richmond family is urging others across the city to match their donations to the Richmond Hospital Foundation’s COVID-19 response fund.

Starting today, the Nanji Family Foundation has offered to match every dollar donated to the foundation’s fund up to a total of $100,000. That means that your generous donation will have double the impact.

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"We are so honoured that the Nanji Family Foundation has committed $100,000 in matching funds to support Richmond Hospital Foundation's COVID-19 Response Fund,” said Natalie Meixner, president and CEO, Richmond Hospital Foundation.

“We are thankful for their generosity and leadership, and with their amazing gift they will help us inspire others in the community to do the same during this challenging time."

Pyarali Nanji and his family were among many who were exiled from Uganda in 1972.

Nanji, with his wife Gulshan and their four children, found a welcome refuge in Canada.

Grateful to the country that took them in, allowing the family to start over, Pyarali and Gulshan made a pledge to give back.

To donate, go to Richmondhospitalfoundation.com/events/host-an-event/nanji-family-foundation-covid-19-donation