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Friends of Penn State Health & the College of Medicine

The Friends of Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine is a volunteer organization consisting of employees and community friends who are interested in supporting the health and wellness of people across central Pennsylvania. Friends chapters support volunteer, social and fundraising activities aimed at making world-class health care more accessible to people close to their home and enhancing education, research and community outreach through Penn State College of Medicine.

 

Hershey & College of Medicine Friends


Blood Drive is held every February at the Hershey Medical Center and is done in collaboration with the American Red Cross.

Founded in 1968 as the Association of Faculty & Friends (AFF), the Hershey and College of Medicine Friends chapter plans events and raises money for Hershey Medical Center and the College of Medicine to support patient care services, research, community outreach and healthcare provider scholarships.

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West Shore Friends


West Shore Friends pack distraction kits for kids at Hampden and Holy Spirit medical centers

The Friends of Penn State Health - West Shore Chapter focuses on activities that support Hampden Medical Center and Holy Spirit Medical Center. Examples include collecting items for Comfort Carts that circulate the hospitals with care items for patients and their loved ones during a hospital stay; providing resources to support the Holy Spirit Medical Outreach Clinic in the Allison Hill neighborhood of Harrisburg and coordinating activities to recognize and appreciate our health care workers.

Friends of Penn State Health - West Shore Chapter Members

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Whether you join a Friends chapter or plan your own events and celebrations that include fundraising for Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine, your efforts are a wonderful way to give back and make an impact while engaging your network of family, friends and surrounding community.

 

Events


Dr. Stephen Henderson, staff physician in the Division of Internal Medicine at Penn State Health, along with his family, participated in the virtual 5

Organizing a fundraising event is one way to engage your network to help support a cause you are passionate about. Be as creative as you like!

Some examples of past events include: 5K walks and runs; benefit concerts; 'Sip and Paint' events; theme parties; and bake sales.

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Golf Events


Aerial view of golf carts and golfers.

Do you enjoy golfing, or know a lot of people who do? Whether you want to organize a full 18-hole tournament, putting contest or mini-golf tournament, a personalized fundraising page will help you make a difference. Tee off your fundraising event today!

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Celebrations


Friends and family celebrate with Kathy at her 50 Shades of Pink birthday party benefiting Penn State Breast Center.

Life is full of things to celebrate - birthdays, anniversaries, milestones, personal achievements. Make yours even more meaningful! Invite your family and friends to make a donation to help you celebrate.

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