ASHFoundation: 80 Years of Innovation and Impact

In this special birthday tribute, friends of the ASHFoundation from researchers and award recipients to donors, ambassadors, and leaders across the field come together to celebrate 80 years of impact. Each voice reflects a shared belief in the power of communication and the importance of supporting the research, education, and innovation that make connection possible. As we mark this milestone, their messages remind us that the ASHFoundation’s story is built by a community committed to advancing communication sciences and transforming lives.

Our Timeline

Explore 80 years of innovation and impact through the ASHFoundation timeline. From its early beginnings at the University of Iowa to becoming a national leader in funding research and supporting the next generation of professionals, each milestone shows how bold ideas and dedicated people have helped advance the communication sciences.

Legacy of Clinical Impact

Meet eight awardees whose ASHFoundation-funded research has shaped clinical practice across hearing, language, and speech. Their work continues to influence how professionals assess, treat, and understand communication disorders today.

Shaping the Next 80 Years

Meet eight awardees leading forward-thinking research that is expanding what is possible in communication sciences and disorders. Their work has the potential to drive the next generation of clinical innovation and impact.