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We are proud to support UW Health in northern Illinois. Every dollar you donate here stays here, funding the facilities, services and investments necessary to save lives and deliver remarkable health care, close to home.

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Together, we are committed to raising dollars that stay local to fund the facilities, services and investment necessary to save lives and deliver remarkable health care, close to home.

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A legacy of giving back

Since the very first dollar was donated more than 100 years ago, the legacy of giving back to support excellence in health care and compassionate service in our community has been strong. SwedishAmerican Health Foundation (SAHF) continues that tradition today.

When you give to SAHF, you are supporting local projects and initiatives that are life-changing for people in our community. Every dollar you donate here stays here, so we can invest in world-class facilities and services that meet and exceed the needs of our patients in the Northern Illinois/Rockford region.

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Every dollar you donate is strategically invested in world-class facilities, cutting-edge technologies, innovative services and personalized, remarkable care at UW Health in northern Illinois.

Give generously today and help us continue to save lives and shape a healthier future for our region.

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What your gift supports

At the heart of our mission is the unwavering commitment to improving lives and providing remarkable health care. Your gift ensures that we can support the areas of greatest need, provide assistance and hope during crisis and invest in specialized care.

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Did you know?

$1

First donation made to construct a Swedish hospital more than 100 years ago.

100%

The amount of your donation that stays local.

100,000+

Number of gifts given over the last 30+ years.

I give because I believe in the missions of SwedishAmerican Health Foundation and our health system . . . every little bit helps. My donations arenโ€™t going to build giant buildings, but they have the potential to make someoneโ€™s stay at our hospital better.โ€

– Lee Johnson, director, medical education & medical staff administration

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This #Movember, letโ€™s shine a light on menโ€™s health! ๐Ÿ’ช Whether itโ€™s prostate cancer screenings or mental health support, your donations help provide essential care to men in our community. Join us in raising awareness and supporting menโ€™s health right here, close to home by donating in honor of a special man in your life.

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This #Movember, letโ€™s shine a light on menโ€™s health! ๐Ÿ’ช Whether itโ€™s prostate cancer screenings or mental health support, your donations help provide essential care to men in our community. Join us in raising awareness and supporting menโ€™s health right here, close to home by donating in honor of a special man in your life. 

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#MensHealth #MensHealthMatters #MensHealthAwarenessMonth #menshealthawareness

We are deeply grateful for the Margaret M. Rudolph Trust / Maggie Strong Charitable Golf Outing Outing Advisors incredible generosity! Thursday, during our Board of Directors meeting, they announced an extraordinary donation of $56,000 to the SwedishAmerican Health Foundation Margaret M. Rudolph Endowment Fund. ๐Ÿ’•

This remarkable contribution ensures that Maggie's legacy continues to make a powerful impact. Together, weโ€™re advancing the fight against breast cancer and providing critical support to those who depend on UW Health SwedishAmerican.

Because of their kindness and dedication, breast cancer patients facing financial hardships can find hope, comfort and strength during their journey. Thank you for lighting the way toward a brighter future! ๐ŸŒŸ #MaggieStrong #BreastCancerAwareness #CommunitySupport #UWHealthSwedishAmerican #MakingADifference
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We are deeply grateful for the Margaret M. Rudolph Trust / Maggie Strong Charitable Golf Outing  Outing Advisors incredible generosity! Thursday, during our Board of Directors meeting, they announced an extraordinary donation of $56,000 to the SwedishAmerican Health Foundation Margaret M. Rudolph Endowment Fund. ๐Ÿ’•

This remarkable contribution ensures that Maggies legacy continues to make a powerful impact. Together, weโ€™re advancing the fight against breast cancer and providing critical support to those who depend on UW Health SwedishAmerican.

Because of their kindness and dedication, breast cancer patients facing financial hardships can find hope, comfort and strength during their journey. Thank you for lighting the way toward a brighter future! ๐ŸŒŸ #MaggieStrong #BreastCancerAwareness #CommunitySupport #UWHealthSwedishAmerican #MakingADifference

๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐˜† ๐—ก๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ก๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ธ! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ This week, we celebrate the incredible Nurse Practitioners who provide compassionate care, expert knowledge and unwavering dedication to our patients. Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in delivering high-quality health care and making a difference in the lives of so many. Thank you to all of our Nurse Practitioners at UW Health in northern Illinois for your commitment to excellence and personalized, patient-centered care. We are so grateful for all you do! #nursepractitionerweek #nursepractitioner ... See MoreSee Less

๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐˜† ๐—ก๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ก๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ธ! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ This week, we celebrate the incredible Nurse Practitioners who provide compassionate care, expert knowledge and unwavering dedication to our patients. Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in delivering high-quality health care and making a difference in the lives of so many. Thank you to all of our Nurse Practitioners at UW Health in northern Illinois for your commitment to excellence and personalized, patient-centered care. We are so grateful for all you do! #nursepractitionerweek #nursepractitioner
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