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Changing Lives in the Communities We Serve
Changing Lives in the Communities We Serve

Changing Lives in the Communities We Serve

At UPMC, life-changing means putting our communities and people first. We're working every day to improve the health of residents in our neighborhoods by investing in thousands of local programs.


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Community Engagement

Community Engagement

Our vision for building stronger communities includes making an impact through health equity, workforce development, and employee volunteerism.

At the center of our commitment is a passionate workforce of 100,000 members dedicated to making a difference.

See how we promote community health by engaging those who live and work in our neighborhoods.


Center for Engagement and Inclusion

Center for Social Impact

Employee Volunteerism

Veteran Education and Employment

Community Health

Community Health

As part of our community commitment, we identify important health issues and the factors directly contributing to these disparities.

To reduce health inequities, UPMC provides resources for food, housing, transportation, medical supplies, and more.

But our mission to serve our neighbors doesn’t end there. Learn more about how we're focusing on the needs of our communities every day.


Community Benefits Report

Community Health Needs Assessment

Fast Facts

Sustainability Initiatives


Community Impact

Community Impact

We’re investing in our communities to promote healthier outcomes from Pennsylvania to Maryland and New York.

UPMC proudly partners with local nonprofits, charitable foundations, government agencies, and more organizations to support our neighborhoods.

Discover how our programs, partnerships, and investments are making an impact in your community.


Community Impact Stories

Community Partnerships

Employee Commitment

Economic Impact



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How UPMC Benefits Your Community

As the region’s leading health care provider, we’re passionate about giving back to the communities we serve. Each year, UPMC contributes more than $1 billion to strengthen the health and well-being of our neighborhoods by:

  • Committing more to charity care than any other health system in Pennsylvania.
  • Enhancing health and wellness through 3,000-plus free and subsidized programs including, support for seniors, veterans’ programs, access to healthy foods, and more.
  • Sponsoring 98 percent of all hospital-funded research in western Pennsylvania.

Explore our interactive map.



Community Spotlight: Making a Difference in McKeesport

Our commitment to the McKeesport, Pa., community extends far beyond providing world-class patient care:

  • In 2024, the city of McKeesport — in partnership with UPMC — received a $125,000 grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to address social determinants of health.
  • The UPMC Scholars Program provides tuition loans to local students. The loans cover the cost of a registered nurse (RN) education, scholarships, and a three-year work opportunity at UPMC McKeesport.
  • In 2023, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania opened The Club Teen Center in McKeesport in partnership with UPMC. The center provides teenagers with career coaching, mental health services, and academic support.

UPMC McKeesport also sponsors McKeesport’s annual community day, which includes fun activities, live entertainment, and health screenings.


Learn more about the CDC Grant for McKeesport.


Community News

Don’t miss any of our community-focused news and the life-changing impact we’re making every day. Stay up to date on the latest stories, announcements, initiatives, and the people who are transforming the way we care for our communities.


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