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CentraCare Foundation

Transforming health through philanthropy and community engagement.

08/31/2026

Don't miss out! A limited number of tickets are still available to purchase by Sept. 2 for our Saturday, Sept. 12 Gala benefitting the CentraCare - Willmar Cancer Center.

Learn more and secure your tickets today at https://www.centracare.com/foundation/events/gala/

08/28/2026

We're excited to welcome Crystal Pace to the CentraCare Foundation team as our new Administrative Assistant!

In her role, Crystal supports the Foundation Operations Manager and Donor Engagement Director, helping advance the Foundation's work through administrative coordination, donor engagement, scholarship support, communications, and more. She brings a diverse professional background that includes administrative support in manufacturing and structural contracting, experience as a law enforcement dispatcher, and most recently, a role with CentraCare's Human Resources team.

Throughout her career, Crystal has developed strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills, along with the ability to remain calm and adaptable in fast-paced environments. Her experience within CentraCare has also given her a deep understanding of our organization and the people we serve.

"I'm excited to be part of the Foundation team and contribute to the incredible impact made possible through the generosity of our donors and community," Crystal shared.

Outside of work, Crystal and her husband enjoy spending time with their four adult children, six-month-old grandson, extended family and friends, and their English Bulldog, Bacon. They love entertaining, meeting new people, listening to live music, working in their yard, and traveling whenever they can.

Please join us in giving Crystal a warm welcome to the Foundation team!

08/26/2026

Every well-child visit is an opportunity to build a lifelong love of learning. Through the Reach Out & Read program, CentraCare Family Medicine and Pediatric clinics provide children ages 6 months to 5 years with a new, age-appropriate book at each well-child visit. These books help families make reading together a daily habit, strengthening early literacy skills, supporting healthy development, and creating meaningful moments of connection.

Thanks to the generosity of our community donors and CentraCare team members, providers distributed more than 23,000 books to young patients between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. Each book placed in a child's hands opens the door to imagination, learning, and a brighter future.

08/24/2026

CentraCare Foundation representatives were delighted to join the University of Minnesota Medical School CentraCare Regional Campus White Coat Ceremony in St. Cloud to welcome the Class of 2030. This meaningful tradition marks the start of their medical careers, and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate their journey. Congratulations, future physicians!

08/21/2026

The countdown is on. Buy your tickets by August 26!

Be part of an evening that changes lives at the 2026 CentraCare Foundation Gala on Saturday, September 12 at the Willmar Conference Center.

Every ticket helps support the CentraCare – Willmar Cancer Center, bringing advanced cancer care, innovative technology, and critical support services to patients and families closer to home.

Enjoy a memorable night of great food, inspiring stories, and incredible live and silent auction packages, all while making a lasting impact in our community.

Tickets are limited. Purchase yours today at www.centracare.com/gala

08/19/2026

Did you know? Approximately 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime.

Early detection can make a difference. That's why CentraCare's Coborn Cancer Center, Urology Clinic and Laboratory Services are partnering to offer a FREE Prostate Cancer Screening Night for eligible men ages 45-70 with no history of prostate cancer.

✅ FREE PSA blood test
✅ FREE prostate exam

📅 September 17
🕓 4-6 p.m.
📍 Coborn Healing Center, 1900 CentraCare Circle, St. Cloud

Preregistration is required. To schedule your appointment, call 320-229-5100.

Take a proactive step for your health and encourage the men in your life to do the same.

Learn more at CentraCare.com. https://www.facebook.com/events/1086593890605797

08/17/2026

Each year, community member DJ Janski graciously shares the beauty of her garden with patients at the Coborn Healing Center by donating fresh-cut flowers for our Art Therapy program.

Guided by Art Therapist Katie Kinzer (pictured), patients spend a special day creating floral-inspired artwork and arranging stunning bouquets. These hands-on experiences provide an opportunity for self-expression, relaxation, and a meaningful connection to nature.

We are deeply grateful to DJ for her kindness and generosity year after year. Her thoughtful gift brightens more than just our therapy space. It uplifts spirits, sparks creativity, and touches the hearts of everyone who receives it.

Thank you, DJ, for making such a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

08/14/2026

Congratulations to the students, mentors, and partners who made the inaugural Young Investigators Research Internship Program such a success! The Foundation is proud to invest in programs that provide local students with meaningful experiences, inspiring them to explore careers that will strengthen the future of healthcare in our communities. Thank you for allowing us to be part of this important work.

08/13/2026

Thank You, Lisa, and your community, for the generous donation of 74 Cancer Support Bags!

We are incredibly grateful to Lisa and the wonderful Pierz-area community for their generous donation of these Cancer Support Bags for our patients.

Each year, Lisa leads a community project that is close to her heart, bringing people together to raise funds and create thoughtful care packages for individuals undergoing cancer treatment. Thanks to the compassion and generosity of so many community members, each bag is filled with comforting items such as handmade lap blankets, cozy socks, tissues, crossword puzzles, skin moisturizers, and other essentials designed to provide comfort during a difficult journey.

These support bags are much more than care packages. They are tangible reminders that our patients are surrounded by kindness, encouragement, and a community that cares. Every item reflects the love, support, and dedication of those who contributed to this meaningful effort.

Thank you, Lisa, and everyone involved, for making a lasting difference in the lives of our patients. Your generosity brings comfort, hope, and the reassuring message that no one faces cancer alone.

08/10/2026

CentraCare Community Paramedics recently partnered with Project H.E.A.L. (Health, Education, Access, Link) to provide CPR and AED training for residents and staff at Lincoln Center, temporary shelter facility in St. Cloud.

About 15 individuals attended the training, where they learned hands-only CPR techniques and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Participants appreciated the opportunity to gain practical, lifesaving skills, hands-on experience and the confidence to respond during medical emergencies.

Through Project H.E.A.L. and funding from the CentraCare Foundation, AED supplies were purchased for three newly installed grant-funded AEDs at Lincoln Center, Place of Hope and the St. Cloud COP House. These resources help ensure residents and staff have access to critical emergency equipment when it is needed most.

“This training gives staff and residents the knowledge and confidence to respond in an emergency,” said Julia Gordon, CentraCare Community Resource Liaison. “We hope the CPR skills learned are never needed, but it is reassuring to know the training and equipment are available if they are.”

The initiative reflects CentraCare’s commitment to improving community health and empowering people with the tools and resources that can help save lives.

Project H.E.A.L. provides free clinics and nurse- and community paramedic-led health services at local shelters. CentraCare Community Paramedic Carmen Carlson works at shelters three days each week, offering follow-up care and care coordination while helping individuals experiencing homelessness connect with primary care and other health resources. Project H.E.A.L. also partners with CentraCare – Coordinated Care Clinic to provide primary care, mental health services, medication management and post-incarceration continuity of care.

Address

3001 Clearwater Road
Saint Cloud, MN
56301

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(320) 240-2810

Website

https://www.centracare.com/foundation/contact-us/

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