US charitable investments
We focus our charitable investments with organizations that share our purpose: to unite science, talent and technology to get ahead of disease together.
Access to STEM education
Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers are fast-growing jobs and drive innovation. Through our STEM access investments, we aim to increase children’s value of and confidence in doing STEM and pursuing STEM careers. Our local and national investments aim to increase students’ access to exciting STEM education that is culturally relevant, connected to real careers and builds STEM identity.
Science in the Summer™
We want children to discover the wonders of science and consider a career in science one day. That's why we offer GSK Science in the Summer™, a free, inquiry-based science education program that helps students grow to love science. Through classes held in summer camps, public libraries and other community-based organizations, the program gets kids excited about learning science with hands-on experiments and engaging curricula.
In 2026, more than 23,000 students will participate in GSK’s Science in the Summer™ program. In collaboration with The Franklin Institute, a national network of over 20 informal science institutions will implement GSK Science in the Summer across the US. GSK Science in the Summer was established in 1986 in Philadelphia, PA.
‘Be a Chemist!’ Summer 2026
The 2026 GSK Science in the Summer™ curriculum offers students the unique opportunity to become real scientists and engineers, as they investigate how chemistry creates the materials of everyday life. Students will discover different career paths, like an athletic cosmetic chemist or a water chemist, solve real-life problems and build critical thinking skills—all while asking big questions like, what chemicals make up the materials in the world? How are substances alike or different? How do we substances interact and change when they are mixed?
Learn more about our GSK Science in the Summer™ programs at https://scienceinthesummer.fi.edu/ (Greater Philadelphia and National sites).
Through active, hands-on learning, students learn through knowledge, education, and hard work, that science can be interesting, exciting, and challenging as they learn the basic STEM skills that will prepare them for academic and professional success.
Our 10-year commitment to expand STEM access in Philadelphia
In 2020, GSK made a $10 million, 10-year commitment to expand access to STEM education and careers for all Philadelphians. Through grant funding, the time and talent of GSK people and collaboration with partners across the region, we are proud of our continued efforts to grow a thriving and inclusive STEM enterprise in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia STEM Equity Collective (PSEC)
GSK, in partnership with the Philadelphia Education Fund’s Philadelphia STEM Ecosystem, has convened more than 60 organizations across the city to form PSEC (Philadelphia STEM Equity Collective) to increase access to STEM education and careers for all Philadelphians. Working with out-of-school time providers, universities, local government, educators, professionals and the philanthropic community, PSEC expands pathways into STEM fields by removing barriers, fostering inclusion and building a skilled workforce that reflects the city's population.
Learn more about PSEC here.
Fund for the School District of Philadelphia
GSK has partnered with The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia to provide STEM materials for 27 public elementary schools across the District. This grant will provide more than 2,500 students with equipment like robotics kits, 3-D printers and gardening supplies for science classrooms, to help young people get hands-on with STEM learning and be inspired to innovate a brighter future. Since 2020, GSK has donated more than $1 million to The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia to increase access to STEM for students across the city.
GSK IMPACT Awards
Whether it’s feeding people who are hungry, fostering mentoring relationships with at-risk youth, or preventing homelessness for families, this year’s nonprofits selected for GSK IMPACT Awards are changing lives. On the front line of their communities, these groups often fill a gap that no one else can.
This is no easy feat given the unprecedented economic and public health challenges generated by the pandemic. It’s now more important than ever to support the groups committed to helping those who need it the most.
GSK IMPACT Awards honor local nonprofits
The GSK IMPACT Awards recognize small- to mid-sized nonprofit organizations in Greater Philadelphia and in the Triangle region of North Carolina. Many have been in their neighborhoods for years; they’ve earned the trust of the residents and fulfilled their promises. These relationships are critical to creating a world where all can thrive.
Ten winners were chosen in each region and awarded $50,000 each for a total charitable investment of $1 million this year. These unrestricted funds enable recipient organizations to focus on their work supporting marginalized and vulnerable communities.
Meet our 2025 winners
The 2025 GSK IMPACT Award winners exemplify innovation and passion, driving transformational programs that contribute to healthier communities. Their missions encompass a wide range of critical efforts, including advancing education, offering housing and case management services, fostering mental and emotional well-being, promoting environmental conservation, advocating for equitable healthcare and breaking barriers to employment and justice. These initiatives address vital factors that improve health outcomes and equity in the communities where we live and work.
North Carolina
The GSK IMPACT Award winners in the Triangle region are:
Our North Carolina winners
Our Pennsylvania winners
Disaster Relief
GSK provided grants totaling $250,000 to the American Red Cross in 2025 to help with the recovery and relief efforts for families impacted by the California Wildfires.
These funds were used to provide shelter, essential items, and comfort to those impacted by these fires. As a part of our global partnership with Save the Children (STC), GSK also matches employee donations to support emergency response efforts in the US.
