New Jersey Health Foundation Awards $190,000 to University Hospital Foundation 

Programs Made Possible by the New Jersey Health Foundation 

With support from the New Jersey Health Foundation (NJHF), University Hospital and its Foundation are advancing programs that meet people where they are—at school, in their neighborhoods, during moments of medical vulnerability, and at critical points of prevention. Together, these efforts reflect our belief that everyone deserves high quality care and commitment to creating real, lasting change for individuals and families. 

Opening Doors for Local Students 

Continuing UH's workforce development program with Westside High School, students gain exposure to meaningful careers in healthcare right in their own neighborhood. However, this program is more than just career exposure, it's an investment in our youth, local talent, and the future of our community. 

Protecting Sight, Preserving Independence 

Serious eye disease can progress quietly, often without symptoms, until permanent damage has already occurred. Through the Tele-Ophthalmology Community Outreach Screening Program (TOPS), free eye screenings are brought directly into the community, often uncovering vision-threatening conditions for the very first time. TOPS is empowering the community with the knowledge, education, and tools to safeguard their sight. 

Supporting Families When It Matters Most 

For parents navigating high-risk pregnancies, everyday necessities can become overwhelming financial obstacles. By stepping in with transportation, education, and newborn essential support, this program helps relieve immediate stress and supports healthier outcomes for both parent and baby. 

Advancing Care to Prevent Stroke 

Stroke can change a life in an instant. Preventing it often relies on catching warning signs early. We are exploring research in Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound, a non-invasive imaging approach that helps doctors better understand which patients are at highest risk to provide earlier intervention, avoid unnecessary procedures, and improve long-term outcomes. 

Expanding Access to Breast Cancer Screening 

In 2024 we launched the Mammography in Motion mobile screening program to provide free mammograms and critical follow-up exams for women, removing financial barriers to care for early detection, when treatment is most effective. The impact extends beyond individual patients, strengthening families and reinforcing a simple belief: every woman deserves access to lifesaving care. 

A Shared Impact 

None of this happens alone. Each program reflects the generosity and shared values of NJHF and UHF, a belief in dignity, equity, and the power of community. 

Because of this partnership, students can see new futures, patients can access care they never thought possible, mothers can feel supported, and lives can be changed for the better. Together, we are creating a healthier, stronger community—one act of care at a time.