Investing in People
ASH markedly expanded its award programs while moving forward with a host of hematology training and mentorship programs to support clinicians and scientists in the U.S. and abroad.
Expanding ASH Bridge Grants
In 2025, ASH responded to the altered landscape for U.S. National Institutes of Health extramural research funding by expanding eligibility for the ASH Bridge Grant program. ASH’s investment led to 25 awardees, supporting five times as many researchers as in previous years. (In 2026, the Award for Research Careers in Hematology (ARCH) is succeeding the ASH Bridge Grant program.)
“This generous grant is an investment in both people and discovery. It gives us the opportunity to generate the pivotal data needed to strengthen and resubmit a major NIH grant proposal — accelerating our path toward new insights and innovations to maintain blood cell function with age and extend the immune health span.”
Launching the ASH Treating Fairly Research Award
Established in response to shifting federal funding priorities, the ASH Treating Fairly Research Award provides support for research focused on hematologic diseases that disproportionately affect specific communities.
ASH Foundation
Since 2012, the ASH Foundation has supported hematologists at all career stages. Your contribution enhances programs, ensuring patients access top care. ASH provides financial support for research awards to advance hematologic research worldwide, funding promising studies by professionals and trainees.
Marking 40 Years of the ASH Scholar Award
Since 1985, the ASH Scholar Award has provided financial support to 650+ researchers during what can be a difficult transition: the period between the completion of training and the establishment of an independent career. ASH’s increased investment in 2025 allowed for an additional 20 such awards, for a total of 53 that year.
“This award has been transformative for my research and career development, providing crucial stability and support during a pivotal phase of my professional journey. The ASH Scholar Award has not only enabled me to advance my work in myeloid neoplasms but has also reinforced my connection to the broader hematology community.”
Championing Mentorship and Training for Hematologists
Recognizing that having the right mentor and training can be key to sustained professional success, ASH continues to expand its opportunities in these areas for hematologists at every career stage. The opportunities reflect the diverse world we live in and the varying needs of those seeking to advance in hematology.
Careers in Hematology Advancement Mentorship Program (CHAMP)
In 2025, ASH expanded the Careers in Hematology Advancement Mentorship Program (CHAMP) to include matching opportunities in malignant as well as classical hematology.
Hematology Inclusion Pathway
Women in Hematology Working Group
Quality Improvement Training Institute
Trainee Council
Clinical Research Training Institute
Hematology-Focused Fellowship Training Program
Medical Educators Institute
Translational Research Training in Hematology
Working Globally
ASH offers training and educational opportunities for hematologists far outside the U.S., reflecting a deep commitment to global collaboration when it comes to sharing knowledge and advancing care for patients with blood diseases.
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Membership
Whether you are a medical student planning your career in hematology or an established physician or scientist with years of experience in the field, ASH offers benefits and opportunities for hematologists around the globe at every career level.
Volunteer
As the world’s largest global society of hematologists, ASH offers many volunteer opportunities. Sign in or create a free ASH account and share general information about your experience, skillset, and interests in hematology so you can be informed as new volunteer opportunities arise.
ASH Foundation
Every gift to the ASH Foundation is a vital philanthropic investment in ASH’s mission of helping hematologists conquer blood diseases worldwide. All monetary donations help sustain the future of hematology in both academia and clinical practice.