A memorial fund has been created to recognize and honour a local nurse, as well as encourage ongoing learning for hospital staff.
Quinte Health, in partnership with the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation, is honoured to announce the establishment of the Shannan Hickey Memorial Education Endowment, created in memory of Shannan Hickey, a beloved nurse whose life was tragically taken by intimate partner violence on May 21, 2024.
This fund, TMHF officials stated reflects Shannan’s deep commitment to healthcare excellence and her belief in the importance of lifelong learning.
With an initial investment of $265,000, including a $50,000 contribution from the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation, the fund is designed to provide ongoing support for Quinte Health staff pursuing educational and professional development opportunities, ensuring that Shannan’s legacy will continue to make a meaningful difference for generations to come.
“This fund is such a beautiful reflection of who Shannan was — compassionate, curious, and committed to helping others,” said Stacey Daub, President and CEO, Quinte Health.
“Her legacy will continue to lift others up, reminding us all of the power of care and community. We’re profoundly grateful to her family for creating this opportunity in her honour.”
Beginning in 2026, the endowment will distribute annual funding to support educational pursuits such as formal degree programs, professional certifications, continuing education courses, and specialized training. Quinte Health employees—clinical and non-clinical—are eligible to apply.
Applications will be accepted annually between January 1 and March 31, with recipients announced each May.
Funding decisions will be made by a committee including Shannan’s father, Matthew Hickey, and a representative from the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation, which is managing the endowment on behalf of Quinte Health.
“Shannan was passionate about learning and about helping others grow,” said Matthew Hickey. “This endowment means her spirit of care and compassion will continue to support those who dedicate their lives to helping others.”
Although Shannan worked primarily at Belleville General Hospital, the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Response Program, which supports survivors across all Quinte Health hospitals, is located at Trenton Memorial Hospital and the endowment will be administered in part by TMHF.
