City Responds to Terrorism Attack
The city of Palm Springs provides a new FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) document and mental health resources for those with questions and/or are struggling in the aftermath of the May 17 terrorist attack. Help is available here.
District Announces New Grant Award
In March, the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation Board approved a $86,250 grant to fund local scholarships and help increase the Coachella Valley's healthcare workforce. Read more.
Meet our Directors
The Desert Healthcare District & Foundation Board is composed of seven Directors, each elected by voters from a zone of about 60,000 Coachella Valley residents. They serve four-year terms. Learn more.
Our 5-Year Strategic Plan
The Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board has set 7 goals with priorities and strategies for future funding and program opportunities in the Coachella Valley. Please read our Strategic Plan.
2nd Mobile Clinic Launches
We recently added another mobile medical clinic to outreach efforts. It is operated by DPMG Health, which is also operating a brick-and-mortar clinic space in Palm Springs. See the photos. Read more.
The future of Desert Regional Medical Center
Coachella Valley voters approve a new 30-year lease-purchase agreement on Nov. 5, and Desert Healthcare District & Foundation leaders and Tenet Healthcare representatives officially sign the documents on Dec. 9. Read the article.
Desert Healthcare District Elections
Four seats on the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board are open this year. They represent zones 1, 3, 5 and 7. Learn more about the District zones (Hummingbird Plan), which cover the entire Coachella Valley. Candidates can file starting July 15 with the Riverside County of Registrar to run for a Board seat in the November 5, 2024 election. Follow the election updates.
New Coachella Valley Market Analysis
A 2023 market analysis conducted by Huron Consulting shows the clinical health needs, existing market assets, and recommendations to improve the Coachella Valley's healthcare infrastructure. More
Find a Coachella Valley COVID-19 Clinic
Eligible residents (6 months old and up) can get a COVID-19 vaccine and/or a test at many local vaccine and testing clinics, coordinated by the Coachella Valley Equity Collaborative, here.

Total funds (including community grants) awarded
$105,477,187
Learn more about our grants and how to apply »
Desert Healthcare District & Foundation
MISSION
To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.
VISION
Equitably connecting Coachella Valley residents to health and wellness services and programs through philanthropy, health facilities, information and community education, and public policy.
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News…
Palm Springs' community platform provides new FAQ & mental health resources related to terrorism attack
"We want every resident to know that they are not alone," said Palm Springs Mayor Ron deHarte. "Help is available, and it's just a click away."
Read More »
Desert Healthcare District launches new podcast exploring Coachella Valley health & wellness
The weekly episodes address a variety of other health and wellness topics. They spotlight community partners and grantees, our Board Directors, nonprofit leaders, health experts and advocates, and many others who share the objective of improving our individual and collective quality of life.
Documents

- 2023-2024 Annual Report - English
- 2023-2024 Annual Report - Español
- Hospital Lease Purchase Agreement (2027-2057)
- (Español) Hospital Lease Purchase Agreement (2027-2057)
- Fact Sheet (Hospital Lease Purchase Agreement)
- (Español) Fact Sheet
- Frequently Asked Questions (Hospital Lease Purchase Agreement)
- (Español) Frequently Asked Questions
- Measure AA Analysis (English & Español)
- Board Resolution No. 24-02 (DRMC)
- (Español) Board Resolution No. 24-02 (DRMC)
- April 22, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting - District Agenda and Packet
- April 22, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting - Foundation Agenda and Packet
- April 22, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting - Video Recording
- January 28, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting - District Signed Minutes
- January 28, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting - Foundation Signed Minutes
- 2021-2026 Strategic Plan (Updated)
- 2024-2025 DHCD Budget
- 2023-2024 Adopted Operating Budget
- District Financial Statements and Audit Reports
- Foundation Financial Statements and Audit Reports
- Foundation Financial Statements Single Audit Reports
- Desert Hospital Retirement Protection Plan (RPP) Audit Reports
- April 2025 Grants Payments Schedule - District
- April 2025 Grants Payments Schedule - Foundation
- April 2025 Pass-Through Grants Payments Schedule - Foundation
- Bylaws
- Board Policy Manual
- Hospital Lease Agreement - May 30, 1997 - Desert Hospital District and Tenet Health System Desert Inc.
- Hospital Lease Agreement - AMENDMENTS
- SGH Phase 1 - Desert Regional Medical Center Seismic/Regulatory Compliance Presentation
- SGH Phase 1 - Desert Regional Medical Center Seismic/Retrofit Project Report
- Desert Regional Medical Center 2018 Hospital Appraisal - BEV Valuation Report - VMG Health
- Desert Regional Medical Center 2018 Hospital Appraisal - FMV Valuation Report - VMG Health
- Desert Regional Medical Center 2023 Hospital Appraisal - FMV Valuation Report - VMG Health
- Market Analysis - March 2023
- Market Analysis - March 2017
- AB 1234 2025 Ethics Training Certificates
- AB 1661 2025 Harassment Training Certificates
- Form 802 - 2024
- Form 802 - 01/2025-03/2025