American Osteopathic Foundation

American Osteopathic Foundation Our mission is to support programs and services that promote osteopathic medicine and enhance patient-centered care AOF.org

We are the philanthropic heart of the osteopathic profession; recognizing academic distinction, lifetime achievement & clinical excellence.

Congratulations to Grace Escueta, spouse of Francis Ricardo Kayanan Escueta, one of the first recipients of the 2026 AOF...
06/03/2026

Congratulations to Grace Escueta, spouse of Francis Ricardo Kayanan Escueta, one of the first recipients of the 2026 AOF/AAOA Donna Jones Moritsugu Memorial Award! And congratulations to Francis, who graduated from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine in May.

Since 1993, the American Osteopathic Foundation and the Advocates for the American Osteopathic Association have partnered to extend the Moritsugu award to spouses of graduating Osteopathic medical students from across the country in honor of the beloved late wife of Kenneth P. Moritsugu, MD, a former Deputy Surgeon General of the United States, retired military physician, nationally recognized public health expert, and former AOF Board member. This award honors spouses who exemplify immeasurable support and have made significant personal and professional sacrifices that have contributed to their partner’s success.

Congratulations to all of the 2026 Moritsugu recipients! See the entire list on our website: https://aof.org/news/the-2026-aof-aaoa-donna-jones-moritsugu-memorial-award-recipients Advocates for the American Osteopathic Association

The American Osteopathic Foundation’s Rossnick International Humanitarian Medical Outreach Grants support Osteopathic me...
06/01/2026

The American Osteopathic Foundation’s Rossnick International Humanitarian Medical Outreach Grants support Osteopathic medical outreach efforts across the globe. A limited number of grants up to $10,000 will be distributed to DO-led and organized, patient centered, educational and/or direct-care focused research related initiatives with an international medical outreach component. This annual grant program was made possible through a bequest from Julian and Esther Rossnick in honor of Joni B. Rossnick, DO. For more info and to apply: https://buff.ly/YQaLNaY

The American Osteopathic Foundation’s Caring for Communities Grant supports the outstanding work of Osteopathic physicia...
06/01/2026

The American Osteopathic Foundation’s Caring for Communities Grant supports the outstanding work of Osteopathic physicians who address health disparities and provide care to underserved communities. A limited number of grants up to $25,000 will be distributed to Osteopathically centric qualified 501(c)3 health centers. This grant was established through a contribution from Larry Wickless, DO, a past president of both the AOF and the AOA, and his wife, Carole Crosby, JD. For more info and to apply: https://aof.org/grants/aof-caring-for-communities-grant

Meet Winifred Chijioke, OMS III, who was named as one of three American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) Thomas A. Quinn, DO...
05/08/2026

Meet Winifred Chijioke, OMS III, who was named as one of three American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) Thomas A. Quinn, DO Osteopathic Scholarship recipients in 2025. OMS who receive Quinn Scholarships exemplify the values, service, and whole‑person philosophy central to Osteopathic Medicine. Learn more about Student Doctor Chijioke and her commitment to practicing in underserved and marginalized communities, with a particular focus on reproductive health and health equity. https://aof.org/news/winifred-chijioke Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine

Meet Student Doctor Trinity Smartt, OMS II, who spent a week in Santa Rosa de Copán, Honduras on an international medica...
05/07/2026

Meet Student Doctor Trinity Smartt, OMS II, who spent a week in Santa Rosa de Copán, Honduras on an international medical mission that became a formative milestone in her journey to becoming a physician. An AOF International Medical Outreach Travel Grant made the experience possible. Learn more about Student Doctor Smartt and the AOF International Travel Grant program: https://aof.org/news/trinity-smartt VCOM-Louisiana - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

Earlier this month, OCOM hosted the AOF Board of Directors and staff for their April Board meeting. We'd like to thank D...
04/28/2026

Earlier this month, OCOM hosted the AOF Board of Directors and staff for their April Board meeting. We'd like to thank Dean Robert T. Hasty, DO, for his generosity and hospitality — and Associate Dean for Student Services, Mattie Bendall for the tour of their beautiful school! We also want to thank OCOM for nominating two incredible student doctors, Aishwarya Kalluri and Mariana Valdez for the 2024 and 2025 AOF Welch Scholarships, respectively. The Board was moved to tears as Student Doctors Kalluri and Valdez described their career journeys and what it meant for them to receive this scholarship. It was a truly memorable trip.

The Foundation is looking forward to hearing more student stories as we welcome all Osteopathic Colleges and Schools to nominate students for a variety of prestigious AOF awards. The Spring deadline is April 30th: https://aof.org/grants-and-programs/grants-scholarships-awards OCOM - Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine

The nomination periods for several prestigious American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) awards are still open (but are clos...
04/23/2026

The nomination periods for several prestigious American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) awards are still open (but are closing soon on April 30th). Please send your nominations today!

—AOF Golden Ticket Scholarships
—AOA/AOF Presidential Memorial Leadership Scholarship)
—AOF/AAOA Donna Jones Moritsugu Memorial Recognition Awards
—AOF Karen J. Nichols, DO, LEAD Scholar Award
—AOF Thomas A. Quinn, DO, Osteopathic Scholarships
—NEW! AOF/AOiA Digital Health Excellence Recognition Award

https://aof.org/grants-and-programs/grants-scholarships-awards

To celebrate NOM Week, nominate a deserving physician for the AOF Physician of the Year Award by April 30, 2026! The AOF...
04/15/2026

To celebrate NOM Week, nominate a deserving physician for the AOF Physician of the Year Award by April 30, 2026! The AOF Physician of the Year Award annually recognizes an Osteopathic physician whose dedication and leadership has dramatically improved the lives of their patients and their community. This individual achieves greatness through integrity, commitment to service, and community involvement. https://aof.org/grants/aof-physician-of-the-year-award

Nominate an Educator of the Year by April 30, 2026. One of the AOF’s most prestigious annual awards, the Educator of the...
04/14/2026

Nominate an Educator of the Year by April 30, 2026. One of the AOF’s most prestigious annual awards, the Educator of the Year Award recognizes one Osteopathic professional who, throughout their esteemed career, has shown they consistently uphold and raise the standards of Osteopathic medical education. https://aof.org/grants/aof-educator-of-the-year-award

As we start NOM Week, the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) invites you to download the Project Future Vision Paper ...
04/13/2026

As we start NOM Week, the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) invites you to download the Project Future Vision Paper and start discussions within your networks on how we can elevate the Osteopathic profession and move it forward. https://aof.org/impact-initiatives/project-future

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