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.

FEATURED STORY
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.
Did you know that your donation is strategically utilized to support your local community across three vital areas? These areas are 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱, 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 and 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲. ❤️
Your generosity makes a meaningful impact in providing remarkable health care for patients and their families in our area. Learn more at: www.swedishamericanhealthfoundation.org/why-give/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Father’s Day from all of us at the SwedishAmerican Health Foundation! ❤
Today we celebrate the strength, love and quiet heroism of dads — especially those first unforgettable moments with their newborns. ... See MoreSee Less
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We’re proud to spotlight Adam Fleming this month, who has served as one of our dedicated Foundation board members since November 2023.
A lifelong Rockford resident and graduate of Jefferson High School, Adam returned to the region after earning his law degree and now practices in the Estates and Trusts group at WilliamsMcCarthy LLP. His commitment to the local community—and its future—is at the heart of his work, both professionally and philanthropically.
Adam’s connection to SwedishAmerican is deeply personal: “Each of my sons was born at SwedishAmerican Hospital, and I appreciate the deep and enduring roots this health system has in the Rockford community,” he shares.
When asked why health care philanthropy matters to him, Adam emphasizes the power of local impact: “Even though SwedishAmerican has now married into a larger family, the SwedishAmerican Health Foundation allows us to provide support to UW Health in a manner targeted specifically to the Rockford/Northern Illinois area. It’s a way to ensure that high-quality medical care continues to be available to each and every member of our community.”
Outside of work, you might find Adam enjoying quiet moments with a cup of tea and a good book—or engaging in a friendly game of chess or cribbage.
We are grateful for Adam’s thoughtful leadership and passion for our mission as a local member of our Board of Directors. ... See MoreSee Less
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