Altru is a team of nearly 3,500 employees and providers, and we’ve been committed to caring for our region for more than 130 years. Serving approximately 230,000 residents in northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota, we offer a wide array of services to meet the needs of community members of all ages and levels of health.
A Message from Our CEO and President
Making a difference in 2024 and beyond!
As we reflect on 2024, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude for the remarkable achievements and unwavering support from our community and staff. This year has been transformative for Altru, marked by significant milestones and a commitment to our mission: Making a difference for those we care for.
In January, we unveiled our new mission, vision, and values, which have become the cornerstone of our daily operations. Our vision, the relentless pursuit of excellence for the health of our community, and our values—Be kind to everyone, Go above and beyond, Do the right thing, Win as a team—guide us in providing exceptional care and fostering a positive environment.
One highlight of 2024 was the launch of our first-ever major philanthropic capital campaign. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we surpassed our goal, raising $13.6 million for our new hospital. This state-of-the-art facility, which opened in January 2025, will enhance our ability to deliver innovative, high-quality care.
Another highlight was the signing of a Letter of Intent with CommonSpirit Health to explore the transition of Devils Lake Hospital into Altru Hospital | Devils Lake. This marks an exciting step forward in strengthening Altru’s commitment to enhancing healthcare in the Lake Region.
Our success is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team. Their commitment to excellence and compassionate care has made a profound impact on the lives of our patients and their families. We are deeply grateful for their contributions and proud to lead such an extraordinary team.
To our community, thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Your generosity and belief in our mission have been instrumental in our achievements. Together, we are building a healthier future for all.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Todd Forkel
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Josh Deere
President
Mission
Making a difference for those we care for.
Vision
The relentless pursuit of excellence for the health of our community.
Values
Be kind to everyone
Go above and beyond
Do the right thing
Win as a team
Quick Facts
Community
Altru Health Foundation at a Glance
Altru Health Foundation is pleased to share a summary of the significant wins we achieved collectively in 2024. From record-breaking donations to spearheading transformative initiatives, here’s a few highlights from the year.
View the 2024 Altru Foundation Year in Review >>
Celebrating a Year of Excellence with Some of Our 2024 Highlights
- New Mission, Vision, and Values Unveiled: Altru introduced a new mission, vision, and values to better reflect their commitment to excellence and community health.
- Successful Philanthropic Capital Campaign: Altru launched its first major philanthropic capital campaign, raising $13.6 million for the new hospital.
- Record-Breaking Gala: The 2024 Altru Gala raised over $685,000, making it one of the most successful events in the organization's history.
- Only North Dakotan hospital on America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2024 list
- American Heart Association’s Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol™ Gold Award
- American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes℠ Gold Award
- American Heart Association’s Target: BP™ Gold+ Award
- American Heart Association’s Get with the Guidelines® - Stroke GoldPlus Award
- Digital Excellence as a 2024 Digital Health Most Wired Survey Recipient
- Altru Achieves Substantial Completion of New Hospital Construction
Altru's New Hospital
During 2024, Altru made considerable progress on its new hospital, which opened in January 2025 The state-of-the-art facility features advanced medical technology, spacious patient rooms, and enhanced privacy measures. Designed with patient comfort in mind, the hospital offers numerous benefits, including improved infection control and a healing environment with natural light and green spaces.
The new hospital provides top-notch healthcare services to the community, ensuring a better patient experience and more efficient care delivery.
Construction began several years ago and reached substantial completion on September 26, 2024. Despite challenges such as the global pandemic and economic uncertainties, our commitment to seeing the project to completion never wavered. The hospital officially opened on January 19, 2025, with all patients and operations transitioning to the new facility on that day.
New Hospital Economic Impact in 2024
Estimated values for the direct community impact of the Altru New Hospital project. A formal study was not completed.
- $68M worth of work complete on the new hospital during 2024
- $44M of that was generated for businesses in the greater Grand Forks area
- Close to 1,500 individuals had direct income because of this project
Making a difference for those we care for.
When you walk through our doors, you are in the presence of people who value the relentless pursuit of excellence. We want you to feel our passion for your health every time you seek care at Altru.
You are why we’re here. You are what matters. You always come first.
