Is my contribution to Penn Medicine tax deductible?
Yes, Penn Medicine fits the federal definition of a not-for-profit organization. The tax identification number is 23-1352685
What do I put on the check?
Checks to any entity within the University of Pennsylvania Health System can be made payable to "The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania."
Can I make a Wire Transfer?
Yes. Please use the following contact information:
Wells Fargo Bank N.A.
420 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94104
For Domestic Wires and ACH’s
ABA Routing #: 121-000-248
For International Wires Only:
SWIFT CODE: WFBIUS6S
CHIPS: 0407
Account Name: The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania – Gifts Accounting
Account# 2000030009956
Reference: Include Donor’s Name and Gift Designation
If possible, please provide a reference including the Donor’s name and the purpose of the donation. Reference should clearly identify the purpose of the payment to permit our office to identify the wire and to apply proper credit to the ultimate designation.
Can I transfer stocks and/or securities?
Yes. Contact your broker to initiate the transfer using the University of Pennsylvania’s security instructions below:
Brokerage Firm: Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management,
Attention: Kristine Hankins, 610-260-8531
DTC: 0015
Customer Name: University of Pennsylvania Tax ID: 23-1352685
Account Number: 858-010018
Download the gift of stock instruction
For additional questions about gifts of stock, please contact UPenn’s Securities Office at 215-898-7254, stockgifts@lists.upenn.edu, or by writing to:
University of Pennsylvania
2929 Walnut Street, Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19104-5099
ATTN: Stock Gifts
Can I use my Donor Advised Fund?
Yes. Choose “The University of Pennsylvania” as your grant recipient. Please reference our tax ID/EIN 23-1352685, and include the purpose of your gift if possible.
Gifts should be made payable to “Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania” and be mailed to:
University of Pennsylvania
Office of the Treasurer
PO Box 71332
Philadelphia, PA 19176-9913
I'd like to make a contribution in honor or memory of a doctor, friend or family member. What do I need to do?
Many donors choose to make their gift in honor of a physician or other health care provider, or in memory of a loved one who received care through the health system. You merely need to provide a name and contact information, and we will notify the honored person or family.
How do I ask for contributions to be made in lieu of flowers?
To include information in public notices about donating to Penn Medicine in lieu of flowers or gifts, please include our address: Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations; 3535 Market St., Suite 750; Philadelphia, PA 19104.
How can I share with my friends and family what matters most to me at Penn Medicine?
You can create your own webpage to raise money for the Penn Medicine cause that means the most to you and your family. Visit our Giving Pages and get started today.
Please call 215-898-0578, Monday-Friday, 9-5; or email UPHSgift@upenn.edu at anytime.
I have a question that you don't answer here. Where do I go?
You can email us, UPHSgift@upenn.edu; call our director of annual giving at 215-898-0578; or write: Penn Medicine Development and Alumni Relations; 3535 Market St., Suite 750; Philadelphia, PA 19104.