Funding for Fellowship Programs

In past years, AAHPM has received grant funding for hospice and palliative medicine (HPM) fellowship programs through the generous support of the following foundations.

Y.C. Ho/Helen and Michael Chiang Foundation

The $90,000 grant, awarded to AAHPM in 2022, supports an HPM fellowship program operating a pediatric track within an adult fellowship training program. Learn more information on funding priorities.

Acknowledgments

The Fan Fox & Leslie R. Samuels Foundation previously awarded AAHPM a $445,000 grant to support New York City-based HPM fellowship programs focused on training physicians interested in caring for aging patients in this geographic region.

The Hearst Foundations previously awarded AAHPM a $1.2 million grant to partially fund fellowship training programs. This grant has benefited physicians interested in caring for the older population and becoming mentors, educators, and role models. 

The Kindred Gentiva Hospice Foundation previously awarded AAHPM a $300,000 grant to support HPM fellowship programs that offer a longitudinal experience with a strong hospice and home health component teaching physicians the necessary skills to perform in the role of a hospice physician.

AAHPM thanks the Gentiva, Ho/Chiang, Samuels, and Hearst Foundations for their generous support of the field. For questions related to any of the foundation grants, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or call 847.375.4712.

Other Helpful Resources

HPM Fellowship Funding Guide: Practical tips to find alternative sources of funding for your fellowship program
The Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC)
“Funding Considerations” PowerPoint Presentation