When lifelong philanthropists Bob and Donna Pullo made their planned gift to the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, they did more than support healthcare and education — they created a legacy that will uplift their community for generations.

In this next part of our story, we hear from someone who sees the ripple effects of gifts like this every day: Jessica Ritchie, President of the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation. Jessica shares her personal “why” — the reason she’s passionate about philanthropy, and the deeper purpose that drives her work.

She also explains how legacy giving isn’t just for the wealthy or the well-known. It’s a powerful way for anyone to align their values with impact, to make sure the causes they care about live on — long after they’re gone.

From supporting patient care and medical innovation to ensuring future generations have access to life-saving resources, legacy gifts have the power to shape what’s possible.

Listen in to learn how you can be part of something bigger — and build a legacy of your own.