Carnegie Hero Fund Commission

Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesPennsylvania, United States11-50 Employees

The Carnegie Hero Fund Commission is a philanthropic organization that recognizes civilian bravery by awarding the Carnegie Medal to individuals in the United States and Canada who undertake extraordinary risk to save or attempt to save others’ lives. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the commission operates within the philanthropic fundraising services sector, focusing on acknowledging acts of heroism rather than providing direct services to the public. Its mission centers on highlighting and honoring selfless risk-taking, with the Medal serving as a formal recognition of courageous action.
The organization serves a broad audience of potential heroes and the communities that benefit from their actions, including public safety personnel and everyday individuals who undertake life-saving efforts. In recent activity, the commission has engaged in partnerships, such as collaborations with the University of Pittsburgh’s data science department, to emphasize the ongoing capacity for selfless action. The commission’s leadership and governance have evolved over time, with executive leadership reinforcing its role as a steward of the Medal and the broader recognition program.

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