Prizes in this year’s contest were awarded in adult and children divisions. Prizes included a $7,500 Ice Castle Fish House, portable fish houses, Aqua Vu Cameras, an ATV and a child’s ATV. Top prize winners were: Adult Division Grand Prize: John Bergfelt First Place: Lee Mork, Pat Mork, Dick Cassellius and Jeff Pomerleau Child Division Grand Prize: Matt Mahaer First Place: Justin Mork, Brittany Campbell, Cody McGregor and Ashley Ingel  
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Osceola's first medical facility was established in 1932 by Dr. L.O. Simenstad at the former home of Charles C. Ladd-a gift to the village by the Ladd family. Since then, through its clinic, hospital, and nursing home, the Osceola Medical Center has grown to provide comprehensive health care services to residents of the upper St. Croix Valley. With the Osceola Community Health Foundation, we are now taking steps to bring our health care services to even greater heights and ensure the future well being of our community.

Founded in 2001 as a subsidiary of the Osceola Medical Center, Osceola Community Health Foundation is a not-for-profit organization working to identify needs and provide health related services to residents of our community. Utilizing philanthropic assistance, we strive to provide support for the medical center and implement health related programs that benefit all age groups. The foundation receives administrative support from the Osceola Medical Center and a voluntary board of directors consisting of respected community members. Because of this structure, 100 percent of the donations go toward designated funds.

Five funds have been established to fulfill the many diverse needs of St. Croix Valley residents. The foundation assures that all financial gifts to these funds will remain in our community.

• Osceola Medical Center Programs and Services Fund
• Family and Community Health Services Fund
• Youth and School Health Services Fund
• Health Career Scholarship Fund
• Senior Health Services Fund

Gifts to the Osceola Community Health Foundation can be made in many ways and 100 percent of the donations go toward designated programs. Your specific situation will determine which method provides you with the greatest benefits. Before giving, individuals are encouraged to contact their own qualified, professional advisors. Common gift types include:

• Cash
• Real Estate
• Personal Property
• Securities
• Insurance
• Charitable Trusts
• Gift Annuities
• Memorials/Bequests

Whatever your gift, it will be greatly apppreciated by the Osceola Community Health Foundation and members of our community. All donors will be recognized appropriately if desired.

For some more info on available grants through the foundation, we have a few documents available for download:
-OCHF Grant Criteria
-OCHF Grant Application

Help our community by contacting:

Osceola Community Health Foundation, Inc.
301 River Street
PO Box 218
Osceola, WI 54020
715-294-5789