Our Community Champions program brings together a global network of Vertexians who are passionate about giving back to the communities where we live and work.

Hear Emani McConnell-Brent's story with APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD) and how she’s used her diagnosis to inspire and educate others on the importance of being an active participant in their own health.  

Meet Jessica, Samara and Amaan, three students who flourished in our 2024 Learning Lab summer internship programs in Boston, San Diego and Oxford, U.K.

Hear from VP of Patient and Community Engagement Rebecca Hunt on why championing the patient voice helps us achieve our goal to deliver innovative solutions for people with serious diseases.

Hear Sharron Rouse’s first-hand experience living with APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD); how it prompted her to be an active participant in her own health and how her family supported her — emotionally and physically — in her journey. 

The Vertex Foundation had a powerful year of impact in 2024. Learn how we continue to drive meaningful change in our communities.

Firefighter Cody Burton is no stranger to how life can change in an instant. Listen as he shares how the tables turned when he was injured on the job and how he navigated the weeks of pain that followed.

Our annual Global Week of Service is a longstanding tradition and opportunity for Vertexians around the world to give back to the communities where we live and work. Find out how we made an impact in our 16th year.

Hear more from five individuals living with type 1 diabetes about how their diagnosis and management journey has impacted them and their loved ones.

From recent high school graduates to those pursuing advanced degrees, this year’s Vertex Foundation Scholars are chasing their dreams.