Mission Statement
Our mission is to advance the health and well-being of Indigenous and rural communities worldwide by delivering accessible, high-quality, and culturally grounded healthcare. We are dedicated to working in partnership with communities to co-create and sustain solutions that honor traditional knowledge, strengthen local capacity, and prioritize preventive care. Guided by the service of committed volunteer practitioners, we thrive to promote equity, foster trust, and uphold the dignity of every individual; ensuring that all people, regardless of geography or circumstance, can achieve lifelong health and wellness.
Our Story
Our Commitment to Equitable Healthcare Access
Since 2014, The Heart to Health Foundation has been providing healthcare to rural and Indigenous populations. Because these communities often face some of the greatest barriers to achieving a healthy quality of life, including geographic isolation, limited medical infrastructure, and long-standing social and economic inequities, interventional care is essential to ensure healthcare equity.
According to the World Health Organization, Indigenous people worldwide experience significantly poorer health outcomes, including higher rates of chronic disease and lower life expectancy. Delivering accessible, community-based, and culturally appropriate care helps bridge these gaps by improving trust in healthcare systems and ensuring treatments align with local beliefs and practices. It also allows for earlier prevention and management of illness, reducing the need for unattainable emergency care, while increasing morality rates.
Ultimately, investing in healthcare for rural Indigenous communities is not only a matter of improving public health but also of promoting equity, respecting cultural identity, and upholding basic human rights.
Who We Are
Meet Our Board of Directors
Valerie Borsa, MD
Founding Partner
Dr. Borsa is a board-certified Medical Doctor in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. Upon completing her medical residency at the University of West Virginia, Dr. Borsa attended Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, British West Indies where she earned a Doctorate degree in Medicine. She is a member in good standing with both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association. Outside of practicing medicine, Dr. Borsa enjoys long-distance running, travel, animal rescue and providing international community service.
Sevices
What We Provide
Humanitarian Aid
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Healthcare
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Dental Hygiene
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Volunteer
About Volunteering
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