MFHS hosted our annual Community Luncheon on Tuesday, October 27th at The Banks in Pittston, PA. This year’s event was a celebration of our state leaders’ passion for women’s health and commitment to improving women’s health outcomes in Pennsylvania.

This signature event brings together community leaders, health care providers, partners, and supporters in Northeastern Pennsylvania to celebrate shared achievements, highlight the work of MFHS, recognize outstanding contributions and raise vital support for ongoing programs.

The 2026 Outstanding Public Service Award was presented to the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus, co-chaired by state Reps. Morgan Cephas, D-Philadelphia, Gina H. Curry, D-Delaware, and La’Tasha D. Mayes, D-Allegheny. The caucus was recognized for their exemplary advocacy and impact in women’s health across the Commonwealth.

The Outstanding Public Service Award is presented annually by MFHS to a champion for women, children and families who works in public service to advocate for programs that are proven to make a positive difference, and who demonstrates exceptional leadership in advancing health equity and positive outcomes for people in the communities we serve.

Event sponsors included Building Blocks Learning Center, Highmark, Youngman, Rosenthal & Shaffer Wealth Management Group, Geisinger College of Health Sciences, The Luzerne Foundation, Snyder & Clemente, Misericordia University, Knowles Insurance, Janet Kobylski and Jennifer L Hetro LLC.