Minnesota Aurora names Allina Health as its Official Health System Partner

Allina Health will also become the front of jersey sponsor

EAGAN, MN (March 31, 2025) — Minnesota Aurora announced today a multi-year partnership with Allina Health to sponsor the front of the jersey for Aurora and also become the Official Health System Partner for the team.

“A partnership with an organization like Allina Health that is aligned with our values is a significant milestone for Aurora. It shows the commitment of a major health system to women’s sports and our community,” said Aurora interim president Allie Schmidt. “We are excited for all the opportunities the partnership presents for our organization as we continue to grow.”

“Allina Health is proud to partner with Aurora and to support local women’s sports,” said Blake Long, vice president, Allina Health Brand Marketing and Communications. “Aurora’s commitment to helping women and girls reach their full potential is an excellent complement to our mission of providing expert care to our communities.”

Aurora and Allina Health will also work together to support the health and wellness of Aurora players, who will have the option to see an Allina Health provider for annual well-woman visits.

For the 2025 season, Aurora will be presenting three new uniforms featuring Allina Health on the front of each. The first new uniform will debut April 24th with the additional two kits being revealed ahead of the home opener on May 22. All kits will be available online and at Aurora games after their release.

About Allina Health

Allina Health is a nonprofit health care system serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin, dedicated to preventing and treating illness and improving the health of individuals, families, and communities. Through a network of more than 90 clinics, 12 hospital campuses, 13 retail pharmacies, specialty care centers, home care, and emergency medical transportation, Allina Health provides high-quality care from birth through end-of-life.

At the forefront of Allina Health’s mission are its Institutes, which offer nationally recognized experts and advanced care in key specialties:

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute – A leader in cardiovascular innovation, research, and care delivery through clinical trials, publications, and training 4,000+ providers annually, it is consistently rated ‘High Performing’ by U.S. News & World Report.
Allina Health Cancer Institute – Providing comprehensive, personalized and innovative oncology care across the full cancer journey, delivered at ten locations – including its three largest hospitals which U.S. News & World Report consistently rates “High Performing” in multiple oncology specialties.
Allina Health Neuroscience, Spine and Pain Institute – Offering advanced neurological and spine care, including two nationally accredited stroke centers, innovative focused ultrasound treatment for essential tremor and tremor-dominant Parkinson's and a chronic pain rehabilitation program – one of only two in Minnesota.

Together, these Institutes exemplify Allina Health’s commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. Learn more at allinahealth.org and join us on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn.

About Minnesota Aurora FC

Founded in 2021, Minnesota Aurora was established by a group of local Minnesotans with the mission of providing more opportunities for women on and off the field while also creating a safe and welcoming space for everyone. In 2024, the organization expanded to include 2 women’s teams - Aurora (USL-W) and Aurora 2 (UPSL). Aurora has been undefeated in the regular season over three years and has won the Heartland Division all three seasons. The team's home field is TCO Stadium in Eagan at Viking Lakes. Aurora 2 went undefeated in their first season making it to the UPSL playoffs.

The team is Community owned by more than 5000 people across the world in 19 countries, making Aurora the largest independent women’s team in the US.