Choose a topic below to read responses to these
frequently asked questions about making a gift
to the University of Pennsylvania Health System:
Is
my contribution to UPHS tax deductible? |
The
Health System is recognized as a not-for-profit
organization and has 501 (c)(3) tax status.
As such, all contributions to the UPHS
are tax deductible as allowed by law.
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What
is the UPHS tax identification number? |
The tax
identification number for the Health System
is 23-1352685. |
To
whom should I make my check payable? |
Checks
to any entity within the University of
Pennsylvania Health System can be made
payable to “The Trustees of the University
of Pennsylvania.” |
Will
I receive a tax receipt when I make my
gift? |
Yes,
all donors receive an acknowledgment of
their contribution that serves as an official
tax receipt. |
I'd
like my contribution to go to a particular
program. How do I make sure that happens? |
If you
choose to make your contribution using
our secure on-line giving site, visit the giving
opportunities page and choose a fund
that holds particular interest for you.
If you want further information about giving
opportunities at the Health System, contact
us for further information. |
I'd
like to make a contribution in honor
or memory of a friend or family member.
What do I need to do? |
Many
donors to the health system choose to make
their gift in honor of a physician or other
health care provider, or in memory of a
loved one who received care through the
Health System. You can make a gift in honor
or in memory on-line. Or, mail your contribution
including the details regarding the person
in whose honor or memory your gift is being
made to the address below. Make checks
payable to “the Trustees of the University
of Pennsylvania.”
Penn Medicine Development and Alumni
Relations
Attn: Health System Annual Giving
3535 Market Street, Suite 750
Philadelphia, PA 19104-3309
As a follow-up to your contribution,
we will typically inform the person in
whose honor the gift is being made – or
the family of the loved one in whose
memory the gift is made – that
you have sent a gift. Please be sure
to include those details on any correspondence.
If you require further information or
assistance please call 215-898-0578. |
Are
there ways in addition to giving that
I can support the Health System? |
Yes,
while advances in research and technology
are important to providing the best in
care, we at the University of Pennsylvania
Health System recognize that first and
foremost we must strive for compassion
and comfort in every aspect of care.
Through volunteer programs, many members of the communities in which the Health
System provides care can make a difference every day in the quality of the experience
for our patients, families and visitors. Visit the volunteer
opportunities page
to explore these opportunities to make a difference through a gift of your time.
We’re happy to answer any other
questions you have about supporting the
University of Pennsylvania Health System.
Contact us if you have additional questions. |
