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...
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...
Donate
Donate! The Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation depends on the generosity of individuals in the community, like you, to support the efforts of the foundation. Making Financial Donations: The Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation is happy to accept financial donations. All Financial Donations assist our foundation in covering overhead costs, funding grant requests, and assisting in expanding our services. PEMF is a 501(c)(3) and your donation is tax deductible. For more … Read more...
The Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation (PEMF) was created in 1985 to fund educational and research projects, primarily initiated by The Center for Emergency Medicine. In the nearly thirty years of existence, more than 175 research grants have been presented to dozens of researchers by the PEMF. These grants have resulted in over 75 published scientific papers, many receiving prestigious national awards. Research that can trace its origins to PEMF grants is leading to significant changes in the practice of emergency medicine.
We welcome you to join us in this important mission!
Throughout the year, there are many opportunities to get involved with the PEMF. Please click the EVENTS Tab to learn more about how we raise funds.
