ASHFoundation News
2010 Calendar of Events and Program Deadlines
The lastest information about ASHFoundation upcoming events.
2011 Golf Benefit Classic—Early-Bird Discount
$50 discount per player for complete foursomes that sign up and pay before September 15, 2010. Play with an LPGA touring professional at the ASHFoundation's prestigious Golf Benefit Classic [PDF], January 29–30, 2011, ChampionsGate Golf Resort near Orlando, Florida.
And the Winner is....
Charles Runyan of Harrisonburg, Virginia is the winner of the ASHFoundation's Phenomenal Philly raffle. He will receive a VIP package for the ASHA Philadelphia Convention valued at over $2,400. A huge thank you to the thousands of people who purchased raffle tickets. You helped us raise over $12,000 to support the ASHF's grants and scholarships programs!
LinguiSystems Donates $100,000 to the ASHFoundation
"We hope that our gift, in small part, will help sustain and grow the number of advanced scholars and cutting-edge research in our field," said LinguiSystems' co-founders and co-owners, Linda Bowers, SLP, and Rosemary Huisingh, SLP, in a joint statement.
University of Cincinnati NSSLHA Chapter Wins Free ASHA Convention Registrations
NSSLHA chapters, all over the country, have been donating to the ASHFoundation and have raised nearly $4,000 so far in 2010. Each chapter donating $100 or more was entered in a drawing for 5 complimentary student registrations for the ASHA Philadelphia Convention. Congratulations to our winner—the NSSLHA chapter at the University of Cincinnati. The ASHFoundation extends a HUGE thank you to all of the chapters that have donated so far this year.
Be a Part of the ASHFoundation's Cool Events and Activities in conjunction with the ASHA Philadelphia Convention!
- Fine Art and Fundraising—A Historically Hip Event, Thursday, November 18, 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. (immediately following the Opening Session), at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Join your colleagues for a creative fundraiser to benefit the ASHFoundation. Enjoy culinary delights, experience performance art, and learn from knowledgeable docents. Tickets are $100 each, and $50 for up to 2 additional tickets.
- Founders Breakfast—Friday, November 19, 6:30 – 8:30 a.m., at the Philadelphia Marriott. Join your friends to applaud the ASHFoundation's investment in the brilliant minds of our scholars and researchers and be inspired by the generosity of our loyal donors. Donors at the Founders level ($100) and above will receive personal invitations. Make your donation now.
- Interview Cafe—Friday, November 19th, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., ASHFoundation Booth, Exhibit Hall. Are you a past ASHFoundation award recipient? We want to interview you and document your success story. Let us know that you'll be part of the action by emailing Beverly Ryan, bryan@asha.org, to sign up for a 30 minute interview.
2010 Funding Programs Are Now Closed
All 2010 funding and recognition program application periods are now closed. ASHFoundation award recipients will be announced in November at the annual Founders Breakfast.
Fabulous First Friday Fundraisers Raise Money for ASHF Grants and Scholarships
Twenty-two ASHFoundation volunteer ambassadors across the country are hosting parties to raise funds to support the ASHFoundation. Check out these fun events and get involved!
Go Green and Support the ASHFoundation Too!
Support our worthy cause by purchasing one of the ASHFoundation's new "green" Chico bags. Actually, you can pick between 2 bright colors, green and pink. A portion of your purchase helps more than just the environment-it supports the research grant and student scholarship programs of the ASHFoundation too. Order now.
Other News
In Memoriam
ASHFoundation mourns the loss of Dr. Sadanand Singh, former ASHFoundation Board member and visionary.
ASHA's Minority Student Leadership Program Alumni Raise Funds for ASHF Minority Scholarship Fund
In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of ASHA's Minority Student Leadership Program, the program's graduates raised money to support the ASHFoundation's Minority Scholarship Fund. Alumni contributed over $1,000.
ASHFoundation Celebrates 60 Years of Giving. Read more.
ASHFoundation Offers Communicate for Life Bracelet. 