Building the Healthcare Pipeline
Research shows that when physicians and patients share similar backgrounds, they build a stronger connection and trust, which can lead to improved health outcomes. Yet the composition of healthcare professionals in the U.S. doesn’t reflect the population. We are committed to encouraging more students of color to pursue healthcare careers through activities for middle school students, such as #GOALS, and scholarships for medical students.
Postpartum and Beyond
The US is in the middle of a maternal mortality crisis. Today, our country has one of the highest rates of maternal death in the developed world. More than 50% of those deaths take place in the first year after birth, and the outcomes are worst for Black women. We are focusing on the postpartum year when both moms and their baby need and deserve extra support, and are partnering with community-based organizations that provide for both generations at once.
Impact Investing
Working with Ascension Investment Management, the Ascension Foundation has directed a portion of our endowment for impact investing. Additionally, we actively seek to support small businesses and our team participates in initiatives that encourage more people to consider careers in philanthropy.