The AAFP Foundation supports people, communities, and the specialty through mission-based initiatives. Together, we are a philanthropy that heals.

Leawood, KS
Joined January 2010
See how the AAFP Foundation is making an impact! From humanitarian and educational initiatives to preserving the history of family medicine, your donations help us create opportunities for medical students and residents while helping strengthen the future of the specialty.
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🎉 We’re proud to recognize Rebecca Jaffe, MD, MPH, FAAFP, as the 2026 AAFP Foundation Philanthropist of the Year! Dr. Jaffe’s commitment to giving back is helping create opportunities for future family physicians and strengthening programs that make a difference in communities.
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🎉 We’re proud to announce the AAFP Foundation Outstanding Program of the Year: the Georgia Healthy Family Alliance’s Women in Philanthropy program! They are fostering mentorship, leadership development and philanthropy in the next generation of leaders in family medicine.
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Calling all medical students and family medicine residents: Are you interested in the history of family medicine? Submit an essay to the Richard D. Feldman Student and Resident Essay Contest! Apply by November 1: bit.ly/4x473LA
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When a natural disaster strikes, health care and essential resources can’t wait. Partnering with Heart to Heart International and International Medical Corps, the AAFP Foundation helps support emergency response and recovery efforts for communities impacted by natural disasters.
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To Dr. Deb Kullerd, donations to the AAFP Foundation are a way for physicians to express gratitude to those who helped them in their careers, “because none of us arrived here without the help of others.” bit.ly/3Tmczu6
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Are you missing #AAFPFMX this year? You can still help us reach our fundraising goal of $125,000 with the online silent auction! Now open and ready for bidding: bit.ly/4yuncug
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The AAFP Foundation Board of Trustees is excited to welcome our new student and resident trustees! Learn more about our trustees: bit.ly/4rQCmYr
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A huge thank you to everyone for their generous donations. The auction goes live October 8 at COD and #AAFPFMX in Nashville + online. Stay tuned!
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The future of family medicine starts with mentorship. Dr. Tochi Iroku-Malize credits the mentors who helped shape her career. This #FamilyMedicineWeek, we're celebrating the family physicians who invest their time, knowledge and support in the next generation. 💙
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This #FamilyMedicineWeek, we're celebrating the family physicians who help strengthen the specialty for future generations through mentorship, service and philanthropy. Every gift helps ensure family medicine continues to grow and thrive. bit.ly/4Audk54
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In honor of #FamilyMedicineWeek, AAFP Foundation Board of Trustees President Renee Markovich shared why she continues to answer the call to family medicine. Thank you to everyone who answers that call every day: bit.ly/4dWteLR
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We invite you to take this 2-minute survey to share what you value most when it comes to humanitarian service. Your insights will help guide our evaluation of current programs and shape future humanitarian initiatives: bit.ly/4ex55v2
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Calling all medical students and family medicine residents! Are you interested in the history of family medicine? Submit an essay to the Richard D. Feldman Student and Resident Essay Contest. Apply by November 1: bit.ly/4x473LA bit.ly/4x473LA
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As you renew your AAFP membership for 2027, check the donation box to amplify your impact. Your gift creates opportunities for future family physicians, expands access to care and advances research.
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Don't miss your chance to get your 2026 commemorative #AAFPFMX lapel pin! Make a $20 donation and wear your pin with pride at FMX: bit.ly/4tvLYrw
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Drs. Katie Allan & Bridget Bunda share about their experience since receiving the Family Medicine Cares Resident Service Award. The award allowed them to expand their street medicine care program and get more residents involved. Listen to the full episode: bit.ly/4cun2u5
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Have you secured your #AAFPFMX 2026 commemorative pin yet? Don't miss out on the Nashville guitar pin and an opportunity to support the AAFP Foundation! Get yours now: bit.ly/4wlJCMk
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Benji Popokh is exploring the family behind family medicine with the Center for the History of Family Medicine Oral History Research Grant. Apply before September 15th! bit.ly/4wH2cyT
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Dr. Aaron George shares a bit about his experience working on his book about the history of family medicine. What started as a 3-part vision has become a multi-year project! Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to the history of the specialty.
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