Hamot Health Foundation

06/01/2026

As we recognize the start of National CPR Awareness Week, we highlight the work of our team at BUILD CDC for educating community members of all ages on the importance of bystander response training!

05/18/2026

Devon Ortiz (4 South) was the lucky winner of Friday's Spring Wreath Raffle benefiting the UPMC Hamot Aid Society. Congrats, Devon!

05/15/2026

It's been 24 hours since Seeds of Hope 2026, but the impact and education from yesterday will resonate for a long time. Thank you to our sponsors, our presenters and panelists, and all who attended this day of highlighting leading-edge women's health research.

Consider making a gift to continue the incredible research and trials of Magee-Womens Research Institute in Erie at the link below.

🎁:https://secure.qgiv.com/for/mwrierie/

05/10/2026

National Hospital Week 2026 kicks off today with the focus that Healing Happens Here.

HHF is proud to recognize and support the countless doctors, nurses, technicians, nutritionists, environmental services, and all who work tirelessly to provide care and make UPMC Hamot the region's preferred hospital.

This year, we were thrilled to award over $80,000 in scholarships to 49 employees in support of their continued professional growth and the advancement of health care delivery and patient outcomes.

05/08/2026

HHF is proud to observe National Nurses Week 2026.

From our UPMC nursing staff in the Erie region, to our future nurses preparing for their career at the UPMC Hamot School of Nursing, we celebrate your commitment to patient care.

The compassionate care of our nurses at UPMC each and every day is paramount to the patient experience, and to our mission of leading our community to better health.

05/08/2026

On her fifth anniversary with UPMC, today is a fitting day to introduce the newest member of the team at Hamot Health Foundation - Sarah Oas!

Sarah is BUILD CDC's Project Manager, where she works to advance community-driven initiatives that promote stability, health, and opportunity.

Welcome Sarah, and congratulations on five years!

05/05/2026

With Seeds of Hope 2026 next week, our own Courtney Nientimp joined Erie News Now First @ 4 to discuss what attendees can expect and the impact of this year's event.

📺: https://www.erienewsnow.com/featured/first-at-4/first-at-4-hamot-health-foundations-seeds-of-hope/video_b0bc43ff-e891-5b62-87b1-e4eb6048600c.html

05/04/2026

Seeds of Hope 2026 is just 10 days away!

You won't want to miss this annual educational event to learn from leading women's health researchers and practitioners from Magee-Womens Research Institute, Penn State Behrend, and Pitt School of Medicine.

🎟️: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/mwrierie/event/seedsofhope2026/

04/20/2026

A 60 Minutes feature earlier this month spotlighted the work of HHF's partners at Remote Area Medical. This weekend, Erie News Now showcased the critical need for the no-cost medical, dental, and vision care provided ahead of Erie's third-annual clinic in September.

A recent 60 Minutes report highlighted Remote Area Medical, an organization providing free healthcare nationwide, including making multiple visits to Erie, where residents receive vital services, removing barriers to healthcare access.

04/19/2026

Hamot Health Foundation gratefully recognizes the individuals who give their time and talents in service of our mission this 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤.

We especially extend our sincere gratitude to the Hamot Aid Society whose dedication for 120 years has strengthened care, uplifted patients, and advanced health outcomes in our community.