Jefferson Regional Foundation
Investing in the health and vitality of Jefferson Hospital communities
With the holiday season in full swing, food is often a highlight for family and social gatherings. However, with the recent disruptions in food access by delays in federal and state funding, many in our community face uncertainty and worry about access to food for themselves and their families. Access to healthy food can directly impact […]
November 22, 2025, is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. In 2023, there were nearly 50,000 reported deaths by suicide in the U.S. In Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 174 deaths by suicide occurred in 2024. The impact of suicide deeply affects families, friends, and communities. It is a heartbreaking reminder of an increased societal need to […]
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 […]
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 […]
