Treasure Island fundraiser tops $50,000 for Orleans Community Health

Provided photos: Nearly 200 people attended Saturday’s Treasure Island fundraiser at the White Birch Golf Course in Lyndonville.

MEDINA – Another Treasure Island fundraiser was celebrated by Orleans Community Health Foundation on Saturday at White Birch Golf Course in Lyndonville, raising more than $50,000 to support the healthcare needs of the community.

This was the 32nd year for the annual event, which welcomed 175 guests for a wonderful evening of generosity, community spirit and friendly competition, all in support of keeping quality healthcare close to home, said Megan Johnson, director of OCH Foundation.

This year’s auctions were especially successful, said Johnson, bringing in a record-breaking $25,000, including more than $10,000 through the live auction alone. Guests bid on a wide variety of generously donated items and experiences, including vacation getaways, golf memberships, dining experiences and more. With more than 140 silent auction items, exciting live auction packages and popular raffles, there was something for everyone.

(Left) Marc Shurtz, CEO of Orleans Community Health, and Megan Johnson, director of OCH Foundation, appreciate the public’s support at the Treasure Island fundraiser on Saturday at the White Birch Golf Course. (Right) Wes Pickreign served as auctioneer on Saturday. JT Thomas, in back, served as the DJ.

One of the highlights of the evening was the popular Pirates’ Pillage Raffle, which gave participants the chance to win their choice of any live auction package for just $50. This year’s lucky winner selected the Buffalo Bills tickets, claiming the package before bidding in the live auction began.

During her remarks, Johnson shared some of the exciting growth taking place at Orleans Community Health, including record Emergency Department volumes and a 70% increase in outpatient surgeries in 2026. She also emphasized the continued importance of community support, even as the hospital expands its services.

“Growth and success don’t mean the financial challenges of operating a rural hospital simply disappear,” Johnson said. “In many ways, growth brings new needs and new expenses.”

Johnson highlighted several projects made possible through the generosity of Foundation supporters in recent years, including the opening of the Medina Healthcare Center, the purchase of surgical scopes to support expanded surgical services and a new fuel tank to support the hospital’s emergency generators.

Photos by Tom Rivers: There were more 140 silent auction items up for auction, including many Buffalo Bills photographs and memorabilia. David Cook donated many of the photos he took of Jim Kelly and other Bills stars during the Super Bowl run from the 1990 to 1993 seasons.

Foundation funding has also supported smaller but equally meaningful improvements, including new laundry equipment, patient and family recliners and activities and outings for residents of the North Wing Skilled Nursing Facility.

“Our community depends on Orleans Community Health, and Orleans Community Health depends on our community,” Johnson said. “For 32 years, Treasure Island has been a wonderful example of that partnership. Year after year, this community shows up for its hospital, and I hope everyone knows just how much that means to all of us.”

The Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to Sunset Presenting Sponsor Seaway Insurance Associates, Lucky Cork Sponsor Oak Orchard Health, Palm Tree Sponsors Baxter, Ontario Shores Federal Credit Union and Takeform, and Coconut Sponsors Cooper Funeral Home-Mitchell Family Funeral Homes, Manning & Napier and WNY Energy.

The Foundation also thanks the many businesses and individuals who donated items, sponsored the event, advertised in the program book and contributed to the evening’s success.

Special recognition goes to the Treasure Island Auction Committee, the many setup and event night volunteers, auctioneer Wes Pickreign and DJ JT Thomas, who generously donated their times and talents. The Foundation also thanks White Birch Golf Course for hosting the event.

“Whether you’ve been coming to Treasure Island for decades or this is your very first time, I hope you know how much your support means,” Johnson said. “There are so many worthy organizations and causes in our community, and we never take for granted the fact you chose to spend your evening here, supporting ours.”

With another successful year in the books, the Foundation is already looking forward to welcoming returning guests and new supports to the 33rd annual Treasure Island on Nov. 6, 2027.

The Orleans Community Health Foundation extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s event such a wonderful evening and an investment in the future of healthcare in our community, Johnson said.

The crowd started to arrive at 5 p.m. for an event that lasted until 9 p.m.