Charlie is in Washington, D.C. this week with hundreds of healthcare leaders from across the country at the National School-Based Health Care Conference. In this video, he shares what he's hearing, why school-based health centers are making such a difference for students and families, and why this moment calls on all of us to strengthen community-based care. His reflections come as HealthFinders continues to see students across it’s school health programs and will be opening

Hear from Francelis and Leopoldo about what community-centered care at HealthFinders has meant in their lives. Their stories reflect the power of care rooted in trust, relationships, and showing up for one another. You can also read Charlie's remarks from Together for Health and see photos from the evening's celebration of community care.

Together for Health 2026 was a powerful reminder of what happens when a community decides to hold up healthcare access together. Neighbors, students, families, healthcare workers, volunteers, donors, and partners gathered to celebrate community care — and to commit to making sure it lasts. The evening was filled with conversation, shared meals, and stories of resilience, healing, and hope. Again and again, speakers reminded us that health happens in community — when people sh

Charlie Mandile’s Remarks from Together for Health 2026 At Together for Health in May 2026, HealthFinders Executive Director Charlie Mandile reflected on HealthFinders’ roots, the challenges facing community healthcare right now, and the power of people coming together to build care that lasts. Below are Charlie’s remarks from the evening, shared as prepared for the event. Tonight, I want to start with something very simple. Think back to the last time you were really sick. M

Across Minnesota and across the country, more people are struggling to access and afford health care. Recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows the number of uninsured Minnesotans has risen to its highest level in years, up 50% from last year. National reporting shows a similar trend: families delaying care, skipping prescriptions, or cutting back on medical visits because of rising costs. At HealthFinders Collaborative, these trends are showing up every day.

HealthFinders Collaborative has officially opened its new dental clinic in Owatonna and is now seeing patients. The team has begun scheduling appointments and welcoming patients into the new space, and they are actively reaching out to the community to make sure families know dental care is available. The new clinic adds much-needed capacity in an area where access has become increasingly limited—especially after one of the largest dental clinics serving patients with public