Put People First. Do What’s Right. Pursue Excellence

A strong sense of community underscores everything we do at Jefferson. Our mission to improve lives begins and ends with people — caring for our patients, students, and members, engaging with our neighbors, and cultivating healthy workplaces for our colleagues.
 

It All Comes Down to People.

Our focus on people allows us to foster connection and create meaningful community.

In 2024, as we celebrated our bicentennial, we honored the individuals and organizations who built Jefferson into what it is today: an anchor institution, major employer of 65,000 team members, a world-class health system, a national doctoral research university, and a not-for-profit insurer.

We also welcomed Lehigh Valley Health Network to the Jefferson family and began building a shared culture founded on three guiding principles: Put People First. Do What’s Right. Pursue Excellence.

This year’s community impact is not just about what we achieved — it is about how we did it. From volunteers to community partners, every success story is a testament to the power of collective action.

Through our Healthy Communities Framework, we are advancing access to healthcare, food security, safe environments, and advocacy while promoting mental, physical, and social well-being.

Every day, in every community we serve, lives are healthier because of the work we do together.

Join us as we celebrate these stories of impact and honor the people who make it possible.