Philadelphia
About Us
Uniting the Life Science Industry to End Poverty in Philadelphia
Life Science Cares Philadelphia connects companies and their employees to the fight against poverty through volunteerism, community investments, and paid internships for underrepresented students. We focus on root causes: like education, economic mobility, and access to opportunity, to create lasting change. Join us and turn your industry’s success into meaningful impact.
Philadelphia: Our Call to Action
Philadelphia is the poorest large city in the U.S., with one in five residents living in poverty. This crisis touches every part of our city: our schools, our workforce, and our future.
For us, that’s not just a statistic. It’s a call to action.
At Life Science Cares Philadelphia, we believe the same ingenuity powering breakthroughs in labs and boardrooms can be harnessed to tackle the challenges right here in our own neighborhoods. Because if we can solve global health problems, we can (and must) solve local ones too.
Our Three Pillars of Change
Meeting Basic Needs
Supporting nonprofits providing food, housing, and access to healthcare.
Empowering Through Education
Funding programs that expand literacy, STEM learning, and after-school access.
Building Opportunity
Creating career pipelines, mentorship, and internships that open doors for underrepresented talent.
Why We Focus on Poverty
Poverty is at the root of so many barriers; educational, economic, and health-related. We act because we believe those who build what’s next have a responsibility to lift others up now. And because our industry’s success is more meaningful when shared.
The Impact Playbook: From Industry to Community
We fund high-potential, high-impact nonprofits
Our approach is rooted in trust-based philanthropy, recognizing that those closest to the work are best positioned to lead change. We support organizations with a strong track record of delivering measurable outcomes in our three focus areas: basic needs, education, and opportunity. By providing unrestricted funding, multi-year commitments, and visibility across our network, we help our partners grow their impact and drive lasting change.
Volunteerism: We Activate People, Not Just Dollars
We connect life science employees to meaningful, curated ways to give back and make an impact, whether it’s hands-on, strategic, or skills-based service.
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Group volunteer projects
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Board service
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Paid internships for first-generation and low-income students
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Career exposure and mentoring
Opening Doors Through Career Opportunities
Our work doesn’t stop at funding and volunteering; we’re creating pathways. Through Project Onramp and other programs, we open doors to the life sciences for students who’ve historically been left out. With internships, mentorship, and wraparound support, we help them build careers, not just resumes.
Who We are
Board of Managers
Life Science Cares Philadelphia is committed to uniting the life science community and providing human and financial resources to the most impactful partner organizations throughout our region addressing three fundamental gaps: survival, education and sustainability.
Board of Advisors
Our Board of Advisors is composed of life science industry leaders who are committed to making a tangible impact in our community. These advisors play a vital role in our mission to address the root causes of poverty in Philadelphia. Through their expertise, advocacy, and dedication to corporate social responsibility, they help us build lasting partnerships that create meaningful change.
Team Philly
Our team serves as the bridge between the life science industry and the region’s most impactful poverty-fighting organizations. From building volunteer activations to managing grants and internships, our staff drives the day-to-day work of mobilizing resources, strengthening relationships, and amplifying impact across Greater Philadelphia.
What we do
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you’re a longtime partner or just getting to know us, there’s no better time to give back. We offer curated, high-impact volunteer opportunities, perfect for teams or individuals, designed to meet real community needs. Explore our current projects and see how the life science industry is showing up for Philadelphia.
How We Drive Impact
Life Science Cares Philadelphia mobilizes the life science community to close the gaps that keep people in poverty: meeting basic needs, expanding access to education, and building pathways to long-term stability. We channel human and financial resources to trusted nonprofit partners delivering real results across our region. Together, we form a powerful network of support and opportunity.
Connecting Community Through Events
Our events bring the life science community together to celebrate impact, build relationships, and raise critical funds that fuel our work. From curated volunteer activations and mission-driven dinners to Philly sports outings and high-energy networking nights, our events are designed to connect companies and individuals to the cause in meaningful, memorable ways.
Ways to get involved
