The AAHPM Leadership Scholars Fund aims to increase the number of qualified hospice and palliative care professionals participating in specialized leadership development programming.  AAHPM Leadership Scholars receive up to $5,000 in funding ($2,500/year over a two-year period) to participate in select leadership development engagement activities designed to support growth as a leader in hospice and palliative care.

Through continuing support from our donors, this year AAHPM can offer five (5) scholarships with a dedicated scholarship for a pediatrician and a scholarship designated to an emerging hospice and palliative care professional from the Southeastern United States.  Applicants are responsible for customizing a personal leadership development plan that aligns with the AAHPM leadership core competencies. 

Our application process is open to all professionals from all practice settings and worksites. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds apply. Our selection proces will prioritize qualifications but are committed to ensuring equal consideration to every applicant. 

The AAHPM Fellowships Grants Advisory Group will review all applications and make final selections. Factors for consideration in the evaluation process include all of the following:

• Strength of the personal statement.
• A two-year plan focused on personal leadership development with SMART goals.
• Commitment to further develop three AAHPM leadership core competencies.
• Defined educational, mentoring and/or coaching experiences.
• Expected outcomes as a result of the additional training and development.

Eligibility 

Applicants must demonstrate a clear commitment to palliative care and leadership development by having a combination of actions and attitudes that reflect a deep understanding and dedication. 

• The program will support up to 5 AAHPM Leadership Scholars in 2024 ($2,500 each per year through 2025). 
• The Leadership Scholarship Fund will provide 3 non-restricted scholarships and 2 restricted scholarships. Of the two restricted scholarships: 
• one is designated specifically for a pediatrician, and 
• one is designated for an applicant from the southeastern US. 
• Applicants must be AAHPM members. 
• Applicants must demonstrate commitment to the field through a certification, years of practice in the field, and/or contributions that evidence active engagement in hospice and palliative care. 
• Applicants must not be a current recipient of a career development award at the time of initial AAHPM Leadership Scholars funding (e.g., AAHPM Access Fund, NIH K-Award, VA career award, National Palliative Care Research Center, Sojourn Scholars, or another funded career award). 
• Recipients agree to write a letter to donors of the Leadership Scholars Fund expressing gratitude for donations that make their scholarship possible.