Foundation News
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
Building On A Legacy
Our annual Essentia Health Cornerstone Employee Giving Campaign kicked off in May with banana splits and apple sundaes encouraging employees to submit project ideas that enhance the receipt of care by patients, or the delivery of care by providers. Because of this campaign,
Celebrating Community
This year’s Party in the Park event on August 12 was our biggest yet – serving nearly 700 community members. It was an honor to host this event bringing people together while providing the opportunity for local organizations to share their work, along
Community Tech Hub
The last week of November, 2022 brought the official opening of the Community Tech Hub, located in the Goodall Resource Center in Deer River, MN. Currently, the Tech Hub is open 12:00pm-6:00, Monday through Friday, during the summer, and after-school hours during the school
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!