Grantmaker Data Partner Convener The Jefferson Regional Foundation is a convener of people and networks, a source for community-driven data, and a grantmaker that invests in the health and well-being of the residents who live in our service area. But even more than that – we are a committed neighbor and thought partner, seeking to raise the voices of those who are seldom heard. Our service area encompasses 26 municipalities served by AHN Jefferson Hospital, located in the South Hills and lower Mon Valley of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. The Foundation is a supporting organization of Jefferson Hospital, which became part of the Allegheny Health Network through an affiliation agreement in 2013. Learn more about JRF and our work Grant Application Information Learn about our grant cycles, eligibility, and process Change-Makers: Meet the Jefferson Community Collaborative The Jefferson Community Collaborative, an initiative and investment of the Jefferson Regional Foundation, is a network of community-serving organizations working to positively impact the health and well-being of the communities in the Jefferson service area. Learn about the Collaborative Then, Ten, and Time Ahead: Our 10th Anniversary Report to the Community. Read the report Community-Driven Research Community Snapshots Data on income, transportation, health insurance, and more across the 26 municipalities and 12 school districts in our service area. View community snapshots Data Story Maps Go deep and learn more about demographic shifts, economic mobility, and community health in our service area. View data story maps Grantee Spotlights See All Updates September 12, 2025 September 2025: Attack Theatre Founded in 1994, Attack Theatre believes in the power of movement to connect and transform. This year, Attack Theatre will support educational engagement, physical and mental well-being, and social-emotional development for Duquesne K-5 students, educators, and curriculum providers through movement and dance in partnership with Duquesne City School District. This season also marks Attack Theatre’s […] August 6, 2025 August 2025: The Education Partnership Founded in 2009 and renamed in 2011, The Education Partnership addresses the critical need for school supplies in under-resourced classrooms across Southwestern PA. Through its Teacher Resource Center, the organization supports schools where 70% or more of students qualify for the National School Lunch Program. Every year, teachers are also eligible to receive thousands of […] July 30, 2025 June 2025: Mon/Yough Trail Council Since 1991, Mon/Yough Trail Council, an all-volunteer corporation, has maintained and promoted a 15-mile stretch of the Great Allegheny Passage—known as “The Boston Trail.” Their recent half-marathon and 5K run/walk in April was their largest fundraiser to date, aimed at keeping the trail safe and accessible for everyone. The trail offers healthy outdoor activities and […] See All Updates Organization and Community Updates See All Updates October 20, 2025 From the Desk of Dr Gadson JRF News Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Time to Reflect, Support, and Act October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time to honor survivors, remember those we have lost, and raise awareness about the importance of early detection and support. For me, this month carries personal meaning. I remember learning of my daughter’s breast cancer diagnosis in the late fall of 2022. It was such a […] October 3, 2025 JRF News Emergency Grants Distributed to Support the Clairton Community The Jefferson Regional Foundation board and staff are deeply grieved by the loss of life and the injuries sustained during the tragic incident at the Clairton Works plant of U.S. Steel. Our thoughts remain with the families, workers, and community members affected by this tragedy. In response, and in alignment with our mission to advance […] September 26, 2025 From the Desk of Dr Gadson JRF News Introducing From the Desk of Dr. Gadson At Jefferson Regional Foundation (JRF), we recognize that health includes the conditions in which people live, work, learn, and grow. Each day, I am reminded that health is shaped by these realities, the social determinants of health (SDoH). These factors are central to JRF’s mission, and the lives of the people served by our nonprofit […] See All Updates
