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Medical Center of the Americas Foundation
Medical Center of the Americas Foundation
The Medical Center of the Americas (MCA) Foundation is committed to making a significant impact in the Paso del Norte area by developing a focused bioscience innovation ecosystem with supporting medical center campus infrastructure. This not only attracts life sciences companies but also improves access to quality healthcare, cultivates a skilled workforce, retains talent, and fosters the creation of innovative, life-changing technologies. Our mission is to develop and catalyze the life sciences ecosystem in our region, where the biomedical and healthcare industries drive prosperity through desirable jobs and an enhanced quality of life for our community. Join us in making a difference!

Causes: Children and Youth, Education, Entrepreneurship

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Be Part of Something Truly Transformational

Clinical Trials

  • The Clinical Trial Academy (CTA) program, tackles regional healthcare disparities by expanding and diversifying the clinical research workforce. The CTA program provides tuition-free, skills-based certificates in clinical research, along with on-the-job training, consulting, site startup assistance, and ongoing site support. Since its launch in 2022, the CTA program has trained 238 individuals and 14 participants have recieved apprenticeships.

Innovation Center

  • The Innovation Center is dedicated to guiding founders through every step of building their company. We offer comprehensive support through workshops, expert speakers, and one-on-one counseling. Our innovation competitions provide proof of concept funding, and our network of professional advisors help startups move forward. Our facility includes both dry lab and wet lab spaces, with access to shared services and equipment at reduced rates, ensuring startups have the resources they need to succeed.

STEM

  • The MCA hosts a series of STEM Innovation Lab Camps These camps offer students engaging science based hands-on activities in STEM fields, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. By immersing students in practical STEM learning, our camps spark curiosity and ignite a passion for STEM careers.

Your generous contribution ensures the advancement of the life sciences industry and workforce in the Paso Del Norte region!

Help Fund the MCA by Donating Today!

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Our Goal $10,000
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$18
Join us in celebrating the MCA's 18th anniversary by donating $18!
$25
Fund a day at camp for a STEM student, sparking their curiosity and setting them on a path toward innovation and discovery.
$50
Your donation will help provide snacks for our community workshops, trainings, and STEM camps, fueling the creativity and collaboration that drives real change.
$125
Fund a STEM student for an entire week, giving them the opportunity to get into hands-on learning and explore their passion for science and technology.
$250
Support our Innovation Center’s training workshops, equipping innovators and startups with the skills and knowledge they need to turn ideas into reality.
$450
Support a clinical trial student earn their certificate after 11 weeks of rigorous training or provide a innovator with dedicated lab space to launch their business. Your support is a catalyst for success.
$1,000
You can empower us to foster the growth of startups and train the next generation of STEM professionals, ensuring a brighter, more innovative future for all.
$2,000
You can provide vital general support to the MCA, helping us achieve our mission of improving health and building prosperity through groundbreaking innovations and community-driven efforts.
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