UPMC HILLMAN CANCER CENTER
Giving Tuesday is a global day for giving back. Created in 2012, this movement provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of generosity and make a difference in the world.
It is a simple idea: Give back — whether it’s your time, a monetary donation, or the power of your voice in your community. Every act of generosity counts, and everyone has something to contribute toward building the better world we all want to live in.
We would be honored if you chose UPMC Hillman Cancer Center as one of the organizations you support this year. Please consider donating today to help us fight cancer.
Double Your Impact This Giving Tuesday!
This Giving Tuesday, your donation can go twice as far. Thanks to a generous contribution, every gift up to $10,000 will be matched, doubling your impact on groundbreaking cancer research and patient care initiatives. This will allow us to provide patients with early access to new and innovative treatments.
Meet Our Matching Donors!
Cancer is a diagnosis that touches nearly every family, leaving a lasting mark on lives and communities. For Julie Friedman, the journey began at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, a place renowned not only for medical excellence but also for unwavering compassion.
“When it came time to choose where to receive cancer care, UPMC Hillman’s outstanding reputation and its convenient proximity to my home made the decision an easy one,” Julie recalls.
From the moment she arrived, Julie found that every detail — from valet parking to therapy dogs in the waiting room — was thoughtfully designed to ease the burden of treatment.
“If you have to undergo cancer treatment, there truly is no better place to be,” she says.
Julie’s story is not just about receiving care — it’s about the ripple effect of generosity. After a difficult day, Julie discovered her parking was paid for by a donor who wanted to honor a cancer patient. That small act, a five-dollar gift, brought unexpected joy and made her feel seen and supported.
Inspired by this kindness, Julie and her husband, Neil, decided to become matching donors for Giving Tuesday, pledging $10,000 to help others experience the same feeling of comfort and hope.
“Every dollar counts — whether it goes toward patient support, research, or improving care. Your support matters more than you might imagine,” Julie says. “My family’s experience with cancer has shown me just how vast the needs are within health care, and how truly important private philanthropy is in meeting them.”
Julie and Neil’s matching gift is more than a donation — it’s an invitation. By joining the Friedmans this Giving Tuesday, donors can double their impact, creating moments of hope and healing for families facing cancer.
“To anyone considering supporting UPMC Hillman on Giving Tuesday, I want you to know that every donation — whether it’s five dollars or something more — truly makes a difference,” Julie says. “Your gift can brighten someone’s day or help advance the search for a cure. Every dollar counts and has real meaning, both for individual patients and for the future of cancer care.”
Julie’s journey reminds us that philanthropy is not just about numbers — it’s about the lives touched, the hope restored, and the future shaped by generosity. This Giving Tuesday, the Friedmans’ story stands as a testament to the power of giving back and the difference one act of kindness can make.
Together, we can make a difference.
Cancer takes the lives of approximately 600,000 people each year. Our goal is to lower that number significantly. But we can only do so with your help.
Every gift — no matter how big or small — makes an impact. Your support enables groundbreaking cancer research and novel clinical trials, which allow us to provide patients with early access to new and innovative treatments and the most compassionate, sophisticated care.
For us, Giving Tuesday is about hope — hope for a future without cancer. By donating to UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, you can provide hope to our patients and their families. Your support helps ensure that we continue to be an internationally recognized leader in cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment.
The Power of Philanthropy
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UPMC Hillman Cancer Center welcomes the opportunity to discuss the range of ways in which you can donate to various patient care and research efforts. For more information or to inquire about other possibilities for giving, please contact the Development Office via phone at 412-623-4700 or email at givetohillman@upmc.edu.