Change Health Care for Good
Improving health care through innovation, advocacy, collaboration, and education.
Our WorkOur Mission
The mission of the Jewish Healthcare Foundation is to advance healthcare innovation, advocacy, collaboration, and education in the interest of better health through our unique brand of activist philanthropy.
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Focus Areas
Explore our programs and projects that support health in Southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond:
Latest News
Type: Media Story
Karen Wolk Feinstein: Chronicle 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award honoree
The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle reflects on Karen Wolk Feinstein’s 35 years of leadership at the Jewish Healthcare Foundation and the causes that have defined her career, from HIV/AIDS and women’s health to aging and patient safety. Feinstein also shares the values and experiences that have fueled her lifelong drive to bring people together to solve problems and improve lives.
Type: Profile
Mary Esther Van Shura's Life of Public Service Shows the Power of Saying Yes
Mary Esther Van Shura, EdD, has a simple philosophy about life: say yes. Saying yes has taken her from an elementary school classroom to disability advocacy, Pittsburgh government offices, presidential campaigns, and the White House. Along the way, she has served at nearly every level of government, toured Air Force One, and known two presidents.
Type: News
JHF’s New Vice President Has Helped Shape Its Work for 16 Years
The Jewish Healthcare Foundation is pleased to announce the promotion of Richard Smith, MSW to vice president, recognizing 16 years of leadership and service to the Foundation and the communities it serves.
Current Opportunities
Jewish Healthcare Foundation
Director of Education and Evaluation
Posted onSep 4, 2026
Project
Become a Dementia Friend
The Safe Healthcare System Patients Deserve: A Call To Action
Event
September 17, 202610:00 am
Let's Talk About It: The Conversations Every Family Is Having—or Avoiding | Session 1
Event
September 23, 20267:00 pm
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