About St. Margaret Foundation
​St. Margaret Foundation helps St. Margaret patients with the essential needs not covered by insurance yet are necessary to heal, remain independent and have hope.
In 1930 two young brothers brought their pennies to St. Margaret Hospital in this teapot to help a friend - marking the birth of what would become St. Margaret Foundation. Stop by our office to see the teapot and learn more about how the Foundation helps our community.
Mission: To be a valued source of support for UPMC St. Margaret and the health and wellness of the communities it serves.
May 11 - 17, 2025
What is the Brian Demchak Hope Challenge?
The Hope Challenge is an event that you complete at your convenience with people or pets you enjoy while filling in the gaps with hope for patients and employees at St. Margaret. Choose your own route outside, or on a treadmill, dance floor, or in a pool to complete a virtual 5K at 3.1 miles or a distance you prefer anytime from May 11 through May 17, 2025.
Register to receive SWAG!
The first 200 participants will receive a race shirt and a finisher's medal. Participants who fundraise online to help fill in the gaps with hope for patients and employees receive FREE REGISTRATION if they raise $50! The first 15 participants to raise $100 will receive a free prize - stay tuned for the announcement! Register by Friday, April 11 to ensure your preferred t-shirt size.
Pets Invited!
New in 2025 is an invitation for registrants to include their pets in their Challenge and be entered to win the Paws for Patients Cutest Pet Contest, judged by a team of nurses at UPMC St. Margaret. Register to participate with your pet to receive a Hope Challenge pet bandana!
