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Vickie and Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience

Who We Are:

At the Vickie and Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience, efforts are accelerating to bring together the expertise of physicians, clinicians, and researchers specializing in brain and spine disorders to collaborate as never before.

Here, the most advanced treatment technologies, world-class specialists, and leading-edge research come together. Through innovative basic, clinical, and translational research, Jefferson is revolutionizing the way we study and treat neurological diseases and disorders.  

Our physicians and scientists imagine a better world for patients and families suffering from the life-altering effects of neurological disease. We want to make what they imagine a reality, and we need your help.

Your generosity can make an impact. The next breakthrough, the next treatment—you make it possible. Innovations pioneered at the Vickie and Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience will improve the lives of countless patients, creating a ripple effect of healing across the Jefferson Health enterprise and far beyond.

Make an impact by contributing to one of our top priorities at the Vickie and Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience today.

Special thanks to Joe and Marion Wesley!
Apr 21, 2023

Thank you to Joe and Marion Wesley for generously donating $125,000 and to the donors who helped us meet our participation milestones.


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Thank you Bob and Terri Smith!
Apr 21, 2023

Thank you to Jefferson benefactors Bob and Terri Smith for their generous dollar-for-dollar match to the Epilepsy Electrophysiology Research Program. We are so grateful for our match benefactors who help build a culture of philanthropy and increase awareness of Jefferson’s work!

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Match
The Marketing Match provided by Chuck Lewis
Thank you to Jefferson Executive Vice President and Chief Consumer Engagement & Marketing Officer Chuck Lewis for his gift of $5,000 and for generously matching every dollar donated by employees of the Marketing department.
$5,000 MATCHED
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Every member of the Jefferson community plays a role today! Check the live leaderboard to see the impact alumni, employees, patients, parents, students, and friends are making throughout the day!
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Rank Answer Amount
1 Staff $195,688.34
2 Faculty $93,002.00
3 Friend $40,397.00
4 Alumni $20,986.00
5 Patient $15,348.00
6 Parent $8,875.00
7 Post-Graduate Alumni $6,221.00
8 Student $1,282.00
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$2,500
The OIA Challenge provided by Stephen T. Smith
Thank you to the staff members of the Office of Institutional Advancement for reaching 100% participation on Giving Day and unlocking $2,500 from Stephen T. Smith, Executive Vice President and Chief Advancement Officer.
175 / 175 Gifts
Completed
$5,000
The Jefferson Institutional Advancement Committee Challenge provided by Caro U. Rock
A huge thank you to Caro U. Rock and the Jefferson Institutional Advancement Committee for reaching 100% participation and unlocking $5,000 in support of Thomas Jefferson University Scholarships.
11 / 11 Gifts
Completed
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Match
The Epilepsy Electrophysiology Research Program Match
Thank you to the generous donors who made a gift to the Epilepsy Electrophysiology Research Program. Your gift was matched 1:1 thanks to a $500,000 gift from Jefferson benefactors Bob and Terri Smith.
$1,350 MATCHED
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