ASH Foundation

We dream of a day when there is a cure for every blood disease.

The ASH Foundation was founded in 2012 as a 501(c)(3) charitable and educational organization. Every gift to the ASH Foundation is a vital philanthropic investment in sustaining the future of hematology as a vibrant, flourishing career path in both academia and clinical practice. All of the funds supported by the foundation move hematology forward in different ways: research, career development, and quality care and education programs. Your contributions to the ASH Foundation will ultimately help patients battling blood diseases.

Because of strong institutional support from ASH, 100% of all charitable donations to the ASH Foundation directly benefit programs sponsored by ASH and are tax-deductible as allowed by law by using ASH's tax ID number, 23-7080568.

Your Donations at Work

Since 2012, the ASH Foundation has supported hematologists at every career stage. Your contribution enhances programs, ensuring future patients can access top hematologic care.

$6.5M+

For Research Funded Programs

$900K+

for Sickle Cell Disease Initiatives

100+

ASH Research Awards

Join ASH to Help Bridge Funding Gaps

Critical research funding is being cut. Promising hematology careers are at risk. The Fight4Hematology campaign is ASH’s bold response, ensuring today's scientists and clinicians can continue life-saving work without interruption. Every dollar donated to the Greatest Needs Fund supports fellow hematologists — ensuring their research, training, and innovation continue to advance the field. Join the #Fight4Hematology today — because research can’t wait, and patients can’t either.

Donor Spotlight: Wendy Kwok

In September 2024, Wendy W. Kwok, JD, lost her father — Shiu Y. Kwok, MD, PhD, an ophthalmologist and academic scholar — suddenly to hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH). The severe immune and inflammatory disorder erupted while he was undergoing initial treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Ms. Kwok's dream is that the new award she established in her father's name, the ASH–Shiu Y. Kwok, MD, PhD, Family Outstanding Abstract Achievement Award, will lead to breakthroughs in the understanding and treatment of HLH and cytokine storms, if not a cure.

To support trainees today is to establish a good foundation for the future so it can be a gentler and less tragic journey for others. My father was a casualty in the HLH battle, but I have hope and faith that humanity will win the war.

Wendy Kwok, JD

ASH Foundation Donor

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Recognizing Our Generous Donors

ASH Foundation Gifts in Action

Global Programs

The ASH Foundation has funded 19 Visitor Training Program Awards, which fund training for hematology professionals in low-and middle-income countries. The Foundation has also supported Consortium on Newborn Screening in Africa (CONSA) laboratory training in 2021, 2023, and 2024.

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Research

The ASH Foundation has supported more than 40 ASH Research Awards to date. Among them are ASH Scholar Awards, which have enabled talented hematologists to generate thousands of manuscripts, dozens of patents, and discover better diagnostic and treatment methods for patients.

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Addressing Sickle Cell Disease Worldwide

Since 2015, ASH has collaborated with stakeholders to enhance access to care, prioritize meaningful research, and support global action. Support from the ASH Foundation has gone to SCD workshops, educational resources, the Consortium on Newborn Screening in Africa, and the Center for Sickle Cell Disease Initiatives.

Donate to Support ASH's Work on SCD

Support Programs That Save Lives

The ASH Foundation supports a broad spectrum of programs through the various funds listed below. Help move hematology forward by donating to one of ASH's main support areas. Gifts to the ASH Foundation help the Society expand and enhance innovative programs to do more for hematology worldwide.

Your donation to the ASH Clinical Research Training Institute Fund will help trainees access the resources necessary to develop successful careers in clinical hematology research.

Visit the ASH Career Development and Training Fund Page

This fund supports five awards programs covering a 13-year longitudinal career pathway from medical students to mid-career professionals. HIP expands access and supports participants of all backgrounds on their career journey.

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This fund supports recruitment and retainment of hematology trainees and professionals by lessening the financial burden of career development. Donations to this fund help clinicians and researchers advance their skills and knowledge.

Visit the ASH Hematology Inclusion Pathway Fund Page

The fund is dedicated to enhancing and expanding access to new, innovative programs and services that benefit hematologists worldwide. Currently, the Greatest Needs Fund is focused on ASH priorities such as the ASH Bridge Grant as part of ASH's broader #Fight4Hematology campaign.

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Your donation to the ASH Global Programs Fund will help connect hematologists, trainees, and researchers all over the world. By fostering international collaborations, your gift will help build hematology capacity in developing countries, ultimately improving hematologic patient care.

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This fund supports practitioners who are leading advances in hematologic practice and patient care.

Visit the ASH Quality Care and Education Fund Page

Your donation to the ASH Research Awards Fund will aid hematology researchers as they seek cures for blood diseases as well as new targeted therapies to improve patient outcomes.

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Your donation to the ASH Sickle Cell Disease Initiative Fund will make a real difference in improving care, early diagnosis, and treatment for all those affected by sickle cell disease.

Visit the ASH Sickle Cell Disease Initiative Fund Page

Other Ways to Support ASH

Volunteering

ASH relies on volunteers from around the world and across the spectrum of hematology to reach ASH's mission. Whether you’re a trainee, educator, clinician, or researcher, you play a role in advancing the field of hematology. Find out how to get involved with ASH, or submit a volunteer interest form to be considered as new opportunities arise.

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Advocacy

ASH empowers researchers, clinicians, and patients to speak up for research funding. We persuade policymakers to pass laws that advance science and improve public health. But we need your help! Explore ASH's Advocacy Hub to learn about ASH's campaigns. Get tips for talking to Congress, posting on social media, and more!

Join ASH's Advocacy Efforts

#Fight4Hematology

ASH is fighting for hematology in the face of executive orders and other federal actions that threaten research and patient care. Follow the #Fight4Hematology Action Hub to stay up-to-date on ASH's efforts and learn four easy ways you can help protect the future of hematology. Use your voice to drive change!

Join the Fight

Sign up for the annual ASH Foundation Run/Walk

The ASH Foundation Run/Walk occurs each year during the annual meeting to benefit the ASH Greatest Needs Fund. Proceeds from all individual and group registration fees as well as additional individual donations will support various ASH awards to help ensure members can continue their vital hematology work.

Every stage of a career in hematology whether as a clinician, researcher, trainee, advocate, or educator is indelibly linked to ASH. Because of this, I don’t know any greater champion for the discovery and rapid dissemination of advancements in the field. A gift to the ASH Foundation is an investment in ensuring continued growth in every facet of hematology and, most importantly, their translation to patients with blood disorders around the world.

James LaBelle, MD, PhD

Chair, ASH Foundation Committee, 2024 – 2025

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Disclosures

The ASH Foundation is a part of the American Society of Hematology, which is a 501(c)(3) charitable and educational institution. Donations are tax-deductible as allowable by law. Our tax ID number is 23-7080568. More information is available here.

Support the ASH Foundation

ASH is dedicated to helping hematologists conquer blood diseases worldwide. The ASH Foundation Greatest Needs Fund helps support additional research awards including the Bridge Grant, ensuring ASH members can continue their vital work.

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