Investing in
Health, Hope
& Community
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.
Investing in Health, Hope & Community
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.
Make a
difference locally
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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Why give?
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.
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.
Did you know?
First donation made to construct a Swedish hospital more than 100 years ago.
The amount of your donation that stays local.
I give because I believe in the missions of SwedishAmerican Health Foundation and our health system . . . every little bit helps. My donations aren’t going to build giant buildings, but they have the potential to make someone’s stay at our hospital better.”
– Lee Johnson, director, medical education & medical staff administration
Make a difference
Your support, big or small, creates a lasting impact. Explore the ways you can help us shape a healthier future for our community.
Giving the Gift of Life ❤️💙
On Monday, our Foundation Executive Director Barb Aaby proudly donated blood at the Ashley & Tilly Russell Memorial Blood Drive at UW Health SwedishAmerican Women & Children's Hospital. This event, held in partnership with Rock River Valley Blood Center, also kicked off April’s Organ Donation Month.
Ashley and her newborn daughter, Tilly, became organ donor heroes in late 2024, saving lives through their family’s selfless choice. Thanks to 80+ amazing donors, we exceeded our blood donation goal and helped save 231 lives!
Thank you to everyone who donated and continues to honor Ashley and Tilly’s legacy. Your generosity truly gives the gift of life! 🌟 #DonateLife #BloodDonation ... See MoreSee Less
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From Bed to Runway: The Future of Patient Fashion! ✨
Say goodbye to boring hospital gowns! Our Foundation’s newest fundraiser: Designer hospital gowns! Glitter, sequins and even superhero capes included!
Pre-order yours today… ok, just kidding! 😂 #AprilFools #HappyApril1 #SwedishAmericanHealthFoundation ... See MoreSee Less
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Honoring Compassion, Celebrating Care ❤️
Every year, thanks to the Melinda V. Olson Endowment Fund, we celebrate the incredible team on the 7th Floor Oncology Unit at UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital. This special tradition, started by Melinda's family in 1996, is a heartfelt tribute to the care and kindness she received here as a patient.
Although Melinda ultimately lost her courageous fight against cancer, her spirit lives on through this annual celebration, held on her March 31st birthday, to recognize the nurses and staff who continue to provide compassionate care to patients and families every day.
Join us in honoring their dedication! 💙 Want to learn more about how you can support this legacy of care? Call us today at (779) 696-2496 or email us at foundation@swedishamerican.org!
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