For 75 years, the AMA Foundation has been the philanthropic arm of the American Medical Association, working to build stronger, healthier communities by supporting, celebrating, and investing in physicians.
The AMA Foundation Mission:
Bringing together physicians and communities to improve the nation's health.
“We believe that when physicians thrive, so do the people and places they serve.”
The AMA Foundation Board of Directors
How We Work
The AMA Foundation is guided by a dedicated board of visionary physicians and community leaders who believe in building a healthier future for all.
United by a deep commitment to medical education, health equity, and physician support, their leadership ensures every initiative we undertake delivers lasting impact and meaningful change.
The AMA Foundation
Leading Programs That Matter
Working in alignment with the strategic priorities of the American Medical Association, we amplify the impact of physicians by funding programs and initiatives that support physicians, promote health equity, and advance medical education.
Through targeted investments, partnerships, and philanthropic support, we identify areas of urgent need and help empower physician leaders to develop innovative solutions. Our work is rooted in the belief that when physicians are well-supported and well-resourced, they are catalysts for meaningful change in communities across the country. By advancing medical education, addressing health disparities, and supporting the physician community, the AMA Foundation helps build a stronger, healthier, and more equitable future for all.
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We champion the success of physicians and their communities by funding disaster relief, and supporting physician-led projects that improve health outcomes. Through recognition programs like the Excellence in Medicine Awards, we honor the outstanding dedication of professionals who go beyond the exam room to make lasting change. By supporting physicians, we help sustain the passion, resilience, and leadership that are essential to the nation’s health.
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The AMA Foundation supports bold, community-led initiatives that confront the root causes of health inequities, including hypertension, heart health, workforce development, and restorative justice. We fund efforts that build trust, address systemic barriers, reduce disparities, and improve patient health outcomes. Our focus is on real solutions, driven by those closest to the need.
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We invest in the future of medicine by supporting scholarships, mentorship, and training programs that prepare diverse, compassionate physicians to become the leaders our health care systems need. Through the Leadership Development Institute, Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship Program, and the LGBTQ+ Health Program, we are building a workforce that reflects and understands the communities it serves. By empowering students today, we’re helping to build more inclusive, innovative, and equitable standards of care.