Make a Difference
As a not-for-profit community hospital, Bridgeport Hospital depends on charitable giving to maintain and enhance the safe, high-quality care we deliver.
The Fund for Bridgeport Hospital
Provide funds for advanced medical technology and groundbreaking programs.
Honor Your Caregiver
Say thank you to the caregivers who made a difference in your stay.
Dr. Tom Kennedy Toy Closet
The Dr. Tom Kennedy Toy Closet provides age-appropriate and educational toys for pediatric patients.
Norma Pfriem Breast Center
Provides breast care for all women, regardless of their ability to pay.
The Joan Jacoby Fund
The Joan Jacoby fund has made a tremendous impact on the level of supportive care provided to pediatric patients’ families at Yale Children’s Hospital at Bridgeport
COVID-19 Support Fund
The COVID-19 Support Fund will provide critical resources to the hospital during the pandemic.
Hug-A-Bear
Send a Child in Bridgeport Hospital a Bear Hug!
More Giving Opportunities
Your generosity continues to inspire what we do each and every day. Thank you!
Our Impact
Your efforts are an important part of the philanthropic support that Bridgeport Hospital receives each year.
Underserved Patient Visits
to Bridgeport Hospital Primary Care Center in 2019
InPatient/OutPatient Visits
to Palliative Care services
uninsured and underinsured patients
received free screening and other diagnostic services at Norma Pfriem Breast Center
patient visits
to Bridgeport Hospital REACH program for intensive outpatient psychiatric services
Get Involved
You can make a difference in our community in many ways.
Compassionate Care These are the stories about dedicated physicians, nurses, physical therapists and other caregivers who provide high-quality, compassionate care.
Your generosity in their honor will continue to make a difference in the lives of all of our patients!
The Susan Hubbell Legacy Society Honors Members Who Have Made a Commitment in Their Estate Plan to Provide Enduring Support.
“One lives longer in the grateful memory of ones associates by leaving memorials that can be of service to humanity and fellow citizens. Money any man or woman intends leaving for community purposes can be dedicated to no higher, nor more vital, humanitarian end.”
Featured Stories
2020 Pink Pledge
Bridgeport Hospital Foundation 2019 Annual Report
2020 Pink Pledge Fundraising Teams
President’s Message – September 2020
President’s Message – May 2020
Birthplace Beginnings
Men’s Health Program
President’s Message – November 2020
2020: A Year of Unprecedented Challenges! Almost eight months ago, the novel Coronavirus swept across our region. The Foundation quickly responded to the needs of our hospital and patients using our mission – rooted in clinical innovation and excellence in patient care, teaching, research and community service – as our guide. With your help, the…
"We are honored and truly grateful that our community is providing unprecedented investment in the work of Bridgeport Hospital through philanthropy. Our donors help fund a wide range of initiatives that not only benefit our patients while they are in the hospital but keep them healthy when they leave."
Stephen M. Jakab, CFRE
“In an environment of decreasing resources for hospitals, our donors help us provide safe, compassionate, high-quality care. Philanthropy is a significant and strategic part of Bridgeport Hospital’s present and future.”