We launched the PEMF Pandemic Grant Program on Monday, April 6, 2020. The grant will serve area EMS agencies and is being launched in an effort toprovide the agencies and their first responders with basic-needs-items in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The PEMF Pandemic Grant Program has already raised $15,000 in personal donations from PEMF board members. The foundation is also establishing a crowdfunding page via Great Giving in an attempt to increase the funds available through this effort … Read more...
Pandemic Grant Program
Lucas Device

On February 14, 2020, we were honored by Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto for our work to support first responders and to help the city’s EMS Bureau acquire a LUCAS device that can save lives. The LUCAS device provides chest compressions and sustains circulation during prolonged resuscitation attempts. Even before paramedics arrive, first responders can use the LUCAS device and help save a life. (LUCAS stands for Lund University Cardiopulmonary Assist System.) Latest coverage about our LUCAS device donation to the Pittsburgh … Read more...
Save the date for our 20th annual sporting clay shoot

Mr. W. David Kerr was an avid shooter who volunteered his time year after year to help the Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation plan and execute our largest fundraiser. David took great pride in not only supporting PEMF but every year making this an event enjoyed by all who participated. The Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation has renamed the annual sporting clay shoot in honor of David. His support of the Foundation truly made a difference in furthering our mission. Check back … Read more...
