Providence is a not-for-profit Catholic health care ministry operating across seven states in the western United States: Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington. With a 160-year heritage, the organization delivers whole-person care through a network of 51 hospitals and over 1,000 clinics. Its workforce comprises approximately 125,000 caregivers.
The organization's mission centers on serving all, with particular focus on those who are poor and vulnerable. Providence's stated values are Compassion, Dignity, Justice, Excellence, and Integrity. The ministry advocates for health equity and commits to making care more accessible, affordable, and convenient.
Providence's approach combines advanced medical treatments with a team-based model emphasizing humanity in care delivery. The organization reports providing $1.9 billion in annual community benefits and describes itself as embracing its heritage while innovating for the future. It aims to empower caregivers to grow professionally while maintaining their well-being.
