Foundation News
2024 Deer River High School Scholarship Awards
We were honored to present three $1,000 Forward Health Foundation scholarships, and one $2,000 Byron Hoffman, DDS and Rose Hoffman, RN Health Care Training scholarship in May to four Deer River High School seniors pursuing post-secondary health careers. Thank you to our generous community
Innovating Solutions
Food insecurity remains one of the leading concerns facing low income families, with rural areas especially impacted. Lack of access to affordable food and reliable transportation result in insufficient supplies of food for families and communities. Second Harvest Northland innovated to combat this issue
Gesture of Support
One of the ways Forward Health Foundation is able to reach out to our community is through the availability of crisis funds. When a local Essentia Health employee, or patient, is experiencing an unforeseen life event placing a burden on their welfare, we are
2024 Scholarships
Each year, we distribute up to $10,000 in scholarships to local health care workers pursuing further education. Our application window opens on January 1 of each year. $1,000 Health Career Scholarships - these scholarships are offered to Essentia Health employees working in Deer River or
Make a Gift
Partnering with Forward Health Foundation is a powerful way to make a positive impact on the health and wellness of our communities. Your generosity can help support a wide range of initiatives and projects making a real difference in people’s lives. We offer a variety of giving options to suit your needs, so you can choose the one that’s right for you. With your help, we can continue to work to build a healthy and vibrant community together. Join us in this important mission!