Jefferson Health Lehigh Valley Region

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This campaign ended on April 26, 2026, but you can still make a gift to Jefferson by clicking here!
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Jefferson Giving Day is an annual fundraising event that celebrates the impact of collective generosity across our communities. Our theme — You + Jefferson — highlights how every one of us helps strengthen our community and mission. When we give back, we become a part of something bigger than ourselves, and we all benefit.


Across the Jefferson Health Lehigh Valley region, patients have access to comprehensive, convenient care, close to home, including virtual visits, walk‑in services, and nationally recognized specialty programs. They also benefit from a dedicated children’s hospital and leading institutes specializing in cancer, heart and vascular care, orthopaedics, neuroscience, and surgical excellence, all of which provide advanced treatments, clinical trials, and multidisciplinary expertise.

Jefferson Health Lehigh Valley – Cedar Crest has earned a place on Newsweek’s America’s Best Hospitals for Specialized Care, including orthopaedic, neurological, and pulmonary care. At the same time, it’s been ranked 1st in the Allentown metro area and 3rd among Pennsylvania hospitals, according to U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, several of the region’s hospitals have earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group, including Jefferson Health Lehigh Valley – Hecktown Oaks, Dickson City, Pocono, and Schuylkill locations.

Your generosity enables us to explore leading-edge treatments, provides resources for advanced research, funds lifesaving clinical trials, purchases state-of-the-art equipment, and supports the departments and programs most vital to our community. Make a gift to Jefferson Health Lehigh Valley Region today!


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Updates
Winners Announced: Advocate Challenge

Thank you to all Giving Day advocates for your efforts in spreading the word about the campaign! 

Congratulations to top advocates, Carla and Jagmatee, for each securing $250 in bonus funds to the following Jefferson areas: 

- Jefferson Psychology Society

- Jefferson Bucks Hospital Greatest Needs 

Thank you to Dixie James, MBA, President of the Jefferson Health Central Region, for generously sponsoring this challenge.

42 days ago by Elaine Ezrapour
🎉Thank you for an unforgettable Giving Day!

We did it — because of YOU! Jefferson Giving Day may be over, but the impact is just beginning.

From Greater Philadelphia to South Jersey, to the Lehigh Valley and beyond, our communities united to create life-changing opportunities for patients, students, employees, and friends.

Because of you, we’re able to strengthen programs across Jefferson, advancing bold research, exceptional education, and compassionate, world-class care.

Thank you for making Jefferson Giving Day an incredible success!

You + Jefferson = 💙

42 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
A Powerful Story of Care, Compassion, and Kindness

Hear about the compassion and kindness Holly Badali, COO of Jefferson Health - Lehigh Valley Hospital - Macungie, experienced firsthand during her mother's care at Jefferson. 

📹Watch Holly's touching video.

45 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
⏰Just In: Giving Day Is Extended!

Thanks to the incredible response throughout Giving Day, TWO donors have stepped forward with new matches. And for the first time in history, we are extending Giving Day! 

🌟$1 to $1 Match: Regal Wealth Advisors will generously match every dollar donated to any Jefferson fund, up to $10,000.

🌟$2 for $1 Match: Jean and Michael Fitzpatrick will give $2 for every dollar donated, up to $25,000, to any Jefferson fund. Their gift will support the new Goodman Emergency Trauma Center at Jefferson Abington Hospital.

If you’ve been meaning to take part, now is your time to double or triple your impact for life-changing programs at Jefferson. Make a gift and get matched!

You + Jefferson: Together, we can do more for many. Thank you for your support!

46 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
⌛ Last Hours: It’s Time to Go the Distance

The final hours of Giving Day need you! The past two days have been filled with remarkable momentum, but Giving Day isn’t over yet.

Right now, every act of generosity matters for patients, students, and our communities. 

Make a gift to a Jefferson cause that’s important to you — before the day ends!

46 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
💥Power Hour Raffle: Happening Now!

From 3-5 p.m. ET, make a gift to ANY Jefferson fund and be entered to win:

2 tickets to a Phillies game and pre-game reception at Citizens Bank Park ⚾

We’re counting on you to step up to the plate before Power Hour ends!

46 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
👏 Let's Hear It for Our Power Hour Winners

Congratulations to:

  • Daniel S. from the Jefferson Health - Leigh Valley Region, who won a football signed by Eagles legend Brandon Graham.
  • Eileen R. from Jefferson Health’s Northeast Region, who scored tickets to Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp.
  • Tanisha M. from Jefferson Health’s Central Region, who won an Apple SE 3 watch.
  • Bob S. from Jefferson Health's North Region, who won 2 Phillies tickets and access to a pre-game reception.

Thank you for your generosity and support this Jefferson Giving Day!

46 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
Surprise Pop-Up Challenge Just Launched 🚀

This just in: When 100 donors make a gift to Jefferson Health, grateful patient Charles Hess with Jan Valentic will donate $20,000 to the Jane & Leonard Korman Respiratory Institute in honor of Dr. Greg Kane’s extraordinary whole patient compassion and life-changing care.

Make a Giving Day contribution and unlock even more support for patient care initiatives across Jefferson. Every gift goes even further now! 

📹Tune in: Charles Hess shares match details in this video — and treats us to a harmonica tune 🎵!


46 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
Dr. Cacchione, CEO of Jefferson, Shares the Power Behind Giving Day 🌟

Today is a chance to look forward. Jefferson Giving Day isn’t just about what we can do in this moment. It’s about what we can achieve together tomorrow.

Because of you, what’s on the horizon is so inspiring: stronger clinical and academic programs, life-changing research, and deeper community partnerships.

A patient facing a tough diagnosis will hear a Jefferson doctor say, “We’ve got you.”

A student will open an email that says, “This donor-funded scholarship is yours.”

A neighbor will see Jefferson in their community and know, “We’re committed to you.”

Every gift today leads to real impact tomorrow, the kind that improves lives. I encourage you to join me and support a Jefferson program or location that is meaningful to you this Giving Day.

Thank you for being a part of the Jefferson community!

46 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
🎊Day 2 of Jefferson Giving Day Is Officially Underway!

We’re going strong, but we aren’t done yet! As a nonprofit organization, Jefferson counts on the generosity of our community to fuel advances in patient care, research, and higher education.

Make a gift to a program that’s meaningful to you before midnight tonight, April 23. Every donation, big or small, matters right now.

⏱️The clock’s ticking! Let’s work together to make this Giving Day the best yet!

46 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
⚡New Power Hour Is LIVE⚡

One Apple SE 3 Watch is up for grabs during our new Power Hour Raffle! 

Make a gift to ANY Jefferson fund between 7-9 p.m. ET for a chance to win. 🍎⌚

It’s the perfect time to make a difference for a program or location that’s important to you!

47 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
Support life-changing care that helps patients like Judy💙

Every day, Jefferson Health patients benefit from compassionate, lifesaving care thanks to the generosity of individuals like you — patients like Judy, who suffered from severe breathing problems for years. 

For Judy, taking a deep breath felt impossible and the simplest outings were exhausting. After coming to Jefferson, Judy was able to get on the transplant list and get a new lung that gave her a second chance at life.  

Your gift of any amount supports the care and resources that give patients like Judy hope and healing when they need it most!

3X Match for Transplant Support: And right now, every $1 you give to the Jefferson Transplant Institute will be matched with an additional $2, up to $5,000, thanks to the generosity of Dr. James Guarrera, the Institute’s Executive Director.

47 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
Special Giving Day Announcement 💙

Today, every member of the Jefferson Executive Leadership Team is proud to announce they are making a gift in support of scholarships at Thomas Jefferson University! 

Their leadership gifts will open doors for the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers. 

Today, we invite you to join them and make a gift of any amount to a Jefferson program that is meaningful to you!

47 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
Jefferson Health Challenge Complete 🎉

Thank you to an anonymous benefactor and the generous donors who supported Jefferson Health and the fight to end rheumatic disease!


47 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
⏱️It’s Game Time: New Power Hour On!

Ready to be in the running for Eagles fan favorites? Give to ANY Jefferson fund from 12-2 p.m. ET for your chance to win one of two prizes:

  • A pair of guest passes to Eagles training camp 🦅
  • A football signed by Philadelphia Eagles legend Brandon Graham 🏈
47 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
🎉 Employee Community Challenge Met

Thank you to our generous colleagues and an anonymous Jefferson Health physician for supporting Jefferson and Family & Community Medicine!

47 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
Join the Giving Day Excitement In Person 🙌

Stop by one of our Giving Day tabling events for raffles, food, prizes, and more!

Thank you for taking time out of your day to make an impact this Giving Day. And a big shout-out to our incredible volunteers. We’re so grateful for you! 💙

47 days ago by Erin Ryan Connolly
Giving Day Has Launched 🚀 With Gifts for the Next 100 Donors

Over the next 48 hours, the Jefferson community is uniting to fuel advances in patient care, higher education, and innovative research.

Be one of the next 100 donors to make a gift of $30 or more today, April 22, and win a pair of Jefferson-branded socks as a reminder of the impact you’ve made! 🧦💙

47 days ago by Elaine Ezrapour

Advocate Leaderboard

Carla Golderer

Generated 79 clicks and 38 gifts, totaling $275

Sarah Wright

Generated 45 clicks and 23 gifts, totaling $1,525

Community Advocates

Generated 248 clicks and 14 gifts, totaling $3,845

Katelin Abdallah

Generated 64 clicks and 11 gifts, totaling $160

Laura Stengel

Generated 28 clicks and 10 gifts, totaling $300

Jagmatee

Generated 29 clicks and 6 gifts, totaling $1,180

Barbara McGuckin

Generated 26 clicks and 6 gifts, totaling $200

Nusrat Farah

Generated 40 clicks and 5 gifts, totaling $25

Carol Owens

Generated 7 clicks and 4 gifts, totaling $225

Ms. Maddison Chischnijak

Generated 5 clicks and 3 gifts, totaling $235