We are committed to improving community health through a data-driven and community-informed approach.
Mid-Iowa Health Foundation formed in 1984 through the endowed proceeds from the sale of Northwest Community Hospital. For over 40 years, the Foundation has invested in strategic knowledge, expertise, and lived experience to inform our philanthropic practices.
Greater Des Moines is a healthy community
To serve as a catalyst and partner to improve health outcomes among underresourced populations in central Iowa.
We fulfill our mission through three primary areas of work.
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Convene partners as well as identify ways to influence, invest in, and drive sustainable solutions to address the social drivers of health.
Evolve the Foundation’s governance, administration, and internal functions to appropriately execute our organizational strategic framework.
Ensure longevity through financial stewardship, while developing a collaborative funding model to achieve strategic initiatives.
Our philanthropic practice is guided by these principles:
