Giving
Your support enables our physician-scientists to investigate new treatments and educate the medical leaders of tomorrow.
Make a Financial Gift
Be a part of the future of health
When you support UC San Diego Health with a financial gift, you join thousands of passionate individuals and institutions who empower us to transform the future of health — both in your community and beyond.
Volunteer
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Rewarding. Fulfilling. Life-changing. Volunteering at UC San Diego Health means serving your neighbors, learning more about health care and becoming part of the work taking place in our hospitals.
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Support our Family Houses
Family Houses provide a "home away from home" for those with loved ones in a hospital. There are many ways to help, from stocking our pantry to adopting a family.
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Donations for Hospital Patients
Our patients appreciate thoughtful donations to ease hospital stays. Magazines, crafts, phone chargers and other items are often welcome.
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Benefits to the Community
We are proud of our programs that promote health care access, health education, and physical and mental wellness
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Community Outreach Initiatives Nationally recognized programs including the High School Sponsorship Academy, Student-Run Health Clinic and the Health Careers Opportunity Program
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340B Prescription Drug Program A vital lifeline for safety-net providers
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Education of Health Professionals Teaching physicians, nurses and students, as well as scholarships and education funding
What Your Donation Supports
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What Your Donation Supports
Creating a healthier world, one life at a time
For decades, UC San Diego Health and its schools of medicine and pharmacy have been advancing medicine through breakthrough discoveries — including pioneering firsts in surgery, imaging, cancer treatment and cardiovascular care. In fact, we’re the only university-based health care system in San Diego to focus on developing new medicines and therapies — for both common and rare conditions.
About UC San Diego HealthBody Donation
The Importance of Anatomical Bequests
Body donations play a critical role in helping medical students master the complex anatomy of the human body and providing researchers with essential tools to help patients of tomorrow.
Join a Patient and Family Advisory Council
UC San Diego Health is committed to people-centered care.
We partner with patients, family and team members through Patient and Family Advisory Councils to improve the experience for everyone and enhance quality and safety outcomes.