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The Making Minds Matter fund at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital and UPMC Western Behavioral Health began in 2019.
A donor who wanted to support patient experiences and staff education made a generous gift. Since then, the fund has taken hold.
Making Minds Matter now has many campaigns to raise funds in support of patients and staff.
As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital gratefully accepts donations from families, friends, and community partners. Your gifts support successful outcomes for our patients and staff when and where they're most needed.
All gifts are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Call the Pennsylvania Department of State at 1-800-732-0999 for official registration and financial information. Registration does not imply endorsement.
Making Minds Matter fundraising campaigns provide many ways to direct your support. Choose the one that best fits your interests.
Now in its third year, the 2022 “Groceries, Gas, or Cash!" raffle will kick off in mid-August. The drawing will be on Monday, January 23, 2023, at 2 p.m.
The raffle will sell a total of 700 tickets at $100 each. The prize options include a choice of $17,000 in Giant Eagle Gift Cards or $14,000 in cash.
Campaign partners Giant Eagle and WPXI are promoting the campaign jointly in western Pennsylvania.
Learn more about Groceries, Gas, or Cash!"Holidays from the Heart" will provide gifts for all inpatients at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital and our residential centers. The gift campaign includes children and seniors.
Marianne Cornetti, the world-renowned opera singer, is the campaign chair. There's also a growing committee of eager supporters.
Our supporters have allowed us to expand the 2022 goal to make the holidays brighter for more than 370 patients.
Learn more about Holidays from the HeartThis scholarship is in memory of a cherished Comprehensive Recovery Services (CRS) staff person at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, Lorraine Williams.
"The Lorraine Williams Peer Scholarship" supports CRS patients with mental health needs who are going to school or pursuing vocational training. This training can be either to get a job or advance their career.
As Lorraine modeled herself, recipients also serve as role models for others with mental health needs.
"Music Mends Minds" offers people with mental health challenges the chance to audition and become part of a musical ensemble of peers. We've modeled the program after other successful national programs that use music as therapy.
Using life planning documents to support a cause is a very effective way to leave a legacy. It often allows for larger gifts.
A bequest through your will can reduce your taxable estate by either:
Naming UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital as a life insurance beneficiary will give you a charitable income tax deduction. You can add us to your current paid life insurance policy or buy a new one.
We suggest you consult your tax or financial advisor for advice about your plan.
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is a United Way agency.
To donate, please use the following code:
253 - Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC.
Your Book/Code number is 18208819: This is the number you should give to donors to identify your organization in our system.
Visit the United Way website to learn more about directing gifts.
Some employers offer matching gifts, meaning they'll match some or all of what you donate.
Talk to your HR department if your company doesn't offer this benefit. Ask how to encourage them to start a matching gift program.
If you have the time and enthusiasm, plan and organize a drive to gather donations at your:
Donate the proceeds to your favorite Making Minds Matter campaign or other cause.
No donation is too small.
In tandem with the University of Pittsburgh's Department of Psychiatry, UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital:
To support research and training, contact:
The Medical and Health Sciences Foundation at UPMC
412-578-9251
ldeidre@pmhsf.org
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, one in every five Americans experiences mental illness.
We hope the Making Minds Matter at UPMC Western Behavioral Health magazine will help reduce stigma and expand community engagement.
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