You may choose to support an established program with your designated gift. The Foundation maintains numerous funds and endowments established to meet specific areas of needs. Gifts given to the Rice Health Foundation without restrictions will be used to fund areas of greatest need throughout the Rice Organization.
Ambulance Service – Willmar Ambulance Service provides many levels of care ranging from basic life support to advanced life support and critical care. Gifts provide state-of-the-art equipment and advanced training to provide you and your loved ones with life-saving treatment as quickly as possible.
Caring for Children Endowment– Funds from this endowment each year, provide teddy bears, movies, and game systems to distract young patients from the stress of being hospitalized,
as well as new technology, equipment and specialized training for staff who care for our youngest patients. Learn more…
Rice Regional Dental Clinic – The goals of the Rice Regional Dental Clinic are to provide dental care to underserved patients, and to provide dental students with an opportunity to practice in a rural setting. Your support plays an important role in sustaining this wonderful resource for learning and providing dental care to those in need. Learn more…
Dialysis – Provides programs and services for people touched by chronic kidney disease. Funding includes educational resources, nutrition supplements, transportation, and comfortable surroundings for our dialysis patients and their caregivers Learn more…
Emergency Services – Rice Memorial Hospital is a Level 3 Trauma Center and serves as a hub for several other critical access hospitals in West Central Minnesota. Gifts provide state-of-the-art equipment and advanced training to provide you and your loved ones with the best in emergency care. Learn more…
Hans Dahl Education Endowment – Provides educational programs and resources for Rice employees.
Heart & Lung Health – Provides scholarships, education, and equipment for patients going through pulmonary and cardiac rehabilitation. Learn more…
Jeremiah Fostervold Diabetes Endowment -Provides camperships for kids living with diabetes to be able to enjoy the “summer camp” experience. For more information about camp, or to apply for a campership, call 320-231-4141.
Rice Care Center – Improves and enhances the health and well-being of the residents. Learn more…
Mental Health Services (Rice Institute) – Provides weighted blankets and many other programs and services that support behavioral health care. Learn more…
Sue Leukam Memorial Endowment – Provides a scholarship to students pursuing healthcare careers.