Varian strongly believes in supporting and benefitting the communities in which we operate. Through a number of key initiatives, we encourage employee community engagement and support numerous charities connected to the markets in which we have a presence. Our goal is to become a vibrant and vital part of the communities in which our people live and work.
The employee garden in Salt Lake City allows them to grow their own organic produce and provide for the local foodbank.
In recent years, Varian has invested in development and production of a line of linear accelerators that better suits developing countries and the general conditions encountered in these countries. These products are designed to enable advanced treatments at a lower entry point, extending access to advanced care.
We also have constructed key production facilities and training centers in China and India, bringing jobs and expertise to these fast-growing countries. Furthermore, we work closely with international bodies, such as the IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) and the UICC (Union for International Cancer Control), to make advanced treatment systems more readily available in emerging countries.
Varian sponsors many major healthcare and cancer management research activities, and supports various charity and patient care initiatives on a local level. Many of these initiatives can be viewed in Varian’s annual Sustainability Report.
The Varian Medical Systems Foundation makes grants, donations and gifts to non-profit organizations for projects that meet specific criteria. Find information about the types of projects we have funded, how to support the foundation, and how to apply for funding.