The Strongest Hospitals Have The Strongest Philanthropy
Sep 13, 2023
Avery Brohman, CEO of Victoria Hospital Foundation
The Strongest Hospitals Have The Strongest Philanthropy

Avery Brohman Chief Executive Officer Victoria Hospitals Foundation


Avery Brohman has led the Victoria Hospitals Foundation as the Chief Executive Officer since 2021. She joined the Foundation in 2018 as Director of Development and Communications and became Executive Director in 2019. Along with her team, Avery has led considerable growth and impact for the hospitals the Foundation serves and the patients who need them.  Her professional background in the non-profit sector spans over 18 years, and her experience within the healthcare sector included leadership positions at Ovarian Cancer Canada and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Avery is a graduate of Ryerson University’s Fundraising Management program and obtained a Public Relations diploma at Conestoga College. She currently serves as counsel for the Public Relations Degree Program and created a scholarship fund in memory of her father. She was awarded a “Top 40 Under 40” in 2013 and is an active mentor with the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Colleen Bronson Manager, Philanthropy Victoria Hospitals Foundation

In 2018 Colleen Bronson joined the Victoria Hospitals Foundation as the Manager, Philanthropy. Throughout her tenure, she has collaborated with generous individuals, companies, and service organizations, dedicated to enhancing care within our hospitals.

She has been fundraising professionally since 2012, including as Director of Advancement at Mercy Ships Canada. Prior to making it her career, she fundraised as a volunteer for many local and international organizations, including Right to Play, Canadian Red Cross and Partnerships for Opportunity Development Association.

Colleen has consistently prioritized leaving the world a better place. The privilege of working with individuals to facilitate the positive changes they want to make is not only a key aspect of her job but also the most fulfilling one.