Philanthropy

As the world's leading medical technology company, we're passionate about patients and have a rich understanding of health and science innovation. To make the most of our expertise and provide the greatest impact, we focus our resources in areas where we can make unique and positive contributions:

• Health Programs that improve the health of people with chronic disease.
• Education Programs that ignite and sustain students' natural curiosity, especially in science.
• Community Programs that enhance the vitality of communities where we live and work.

Local Organizations We Support

The following is a sample of local organizations Medtronic supports near Louisville, CO:

• The Angel Adventure Walk - a 5K fundraising walk and community day to support brain tumor research and patient services at the National Brain Tumor Foundation.
• Christopher Reeve Foundation - dedicated to funding research that develops treatment and cures for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury and other central nervous system disorders.
• Inner City Health - a private, non-profit, volunteer-based health care facility committed to improving the health of low-income and uninsured families.
• Intercambio de Comunidades - a nonprofit organization building bridges of understanding across cultures through affordable and flexible English classes, community resource workshops, and intercultural social events.
• MS 150 Bike Tour - participants ride 150 miles over two days to raise money to end the devastating effects of MS.
• Project Pave - an organization that provides prevention, detection and intervention services for children and youth affected by relationship violence.
• ThinkFirst Foundation - a national brain and spinal cord injury prevention foundation.
• Whiz Kid Tutoring - a program built to fight illiteracy and help children who are struggling academically and socially.