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When Kerri Priddle moved to Kamloops in 2010, she arrived as a young lawyer eager to build her practice and establish her life in a new community. Like many professionals putting down roots, her focus was on growing her business, expanding her network, and creating a stable future for her family. It did not take long before Kamloops truly felt like home.
As her connection to the community strengthened, so did her desire to give back. That journey led her to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation, where an initial introduction soon evolved into an ongoing relationship. By attending Foundation events and connecting with others who shared a strong belief in local healthcare, Kerri began to understand the vital role community support plays in the well-being of the entire region.
Her involvement continued to grow over time. Kerri joined the RIH Foundation Society, gained insight into the hospital’s most urgent needs, and eventually took on a leadership role, serving as Chair of the Board of Directors. Through that experience, she helped guide the Foundation’s vision while witnessing firsthand the tangible impact of philanthropy.
In 2019, one of the most defining moments of Kerri’s journey came when she and her husband Jason decided to make a significant contribution to the RIH Foundation. Despite being in the early stages of building her own legal practice, balancing the demands of entrepreneurship, a young family, and the financial realities that come with both, she pledged $25,000 to the RIH Foundation.
Rather than viewing the amount as an obstacle, she approached it with intention and creativity. By structuring the gift over five years with manageable monthly contributions, Kerri transformed what once felt out of reach into something achievable and sustainable. It became a deliberate part of her financial planning. For her, giving wasn’t about having excess. It was about making a decision.
Today, she speaks with pride about the role she has played in shaping healthcare in her community. Whether it is seeing new equipment in use or knowing that local families have better access to specialized care, her contribution is a direct reflection of the values she lives by.
Kerri’s story carries an important message, especially for young professionals and business owners who may feel they need to wait for the “right time” to give. Kerri explains, “It does not have to happen all at once. You can build your gift in a way that works for you.”
From structured pledges to monthly contributions, Kerri emphasizes that philanthropy can be flexible, intentional, and accessible to align with your individual circumstances.
In many ways, her story is a reminder that generosity can grow alongside you through any stage in life and when it does, anything is possible.