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We invite you to learn more about First Hand and the donors, volunteers and partners who make it all possible. We encourage you to read more about the lives you've changed and continue to change on a daily basis!

Building healthy generations in school, work and life

Announcements Giving Back

Published on 2/1/2019

Through your support and generosity, First Hand is helping children, families and communities achieve their full health potential.

We’re thrilled to share our annual report for fiscal year 2018 with you. At the end of the day, First Hand’s work – driven by your resources and financial gifts – is about making a difference around the world. Read through the report for information on how you’re helping First Hand build healthy generations in school, work and life.

Celebrating 25 Years of Philanthropy

12/16/2020

For the last 25 years, First Hand has changed the lives of nearly 600,000 people in 93 countries around the world. As Cerner’s corporate nonprofit, we have worked to close the gaps in health care and build healthier generations. To celebrate this milestone, we're pleased to present our digital 25th anniversary book!

Announcing Cerner Charitable Foundation

11/11/2020

This year, we celebrate the first 25 years of giving through our charitable foundation, First Hand, and look to the future. We have the exciting opportunity to evolve and broaden the foundation’s scope. With a goal to expand the foundation’s reach and advance Cerner’s impact through corporate philanthropy, First Hand Foundation is evolving to Cerner Charitable Foundation.

Closing the Gaps in Health Care – Fiscal Year 2020 Annual Report

9/25/2020

As Cerner’s charitable foundation, First Hand has worked to close the gaps in health care for children and families around […]