AAEM Foundation

Supporting the Future of Emergency Medicine

The AAEM Foundation is dedicated to promoting high-quality emergency medical care and protecting the rights of emergency physicians and their patients. Through research, education, and advocacy, the Foundation supports initiatives that advance the specialty of emergency medicine in the United States.

A Stronger Mission, A Lasting Legacy

We’ve united our efforts: LEAD-EM (Leadership, Education, Advocacy, and Development in Emergency Medicine) has been fully integrated into the AAEM Foundation. This strengthens our collective ability to drive meaningful change in emergency medicine.

This integration honors the legacy of Dr. Kevin Rodgers, whose dedication to education, leadership, and advocacy shaped LEAD-EM and continues to inspire our mission.

What We Fund

The Foundation provides funding and support for:

  • Projects that explore key issues in emergency medicine, from access to care to systemic quality improvements.
  • Programs that educate both the public and professionals about emergency medical issues and rights.
  • Initiatives that help emergency physicians grow as leaders in clinical, operational, and advocacy settings.
  • Work that defends and promotes the rights of emergency physicians and patients under the law.
  • Tools and events that encourage collaboration, skill-building, and community within emergency medicine.
Apply for a Grant

Are you working on a project that aligns with the Foundation’s mission? We want to hear from you. Grants are available for individuals and organizations researching, educating, or advocating for emergency medicine.

Apply for a Grant
Make a Donation

Your support makes our work possible. Donations help fund critical research, develop future leaders, and protect the integrity of emergency care.

Make a Donation

Under ‘Payment Purpose,’ please indicate ‘AAEM Foundation’ to ensure the funds are properly allocated.

Other Ways to Donate
Mail Your Donation

Mail donations to:

AAEM Foundation
555 E Wells St #1100
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Employer Matching Gifts

Many employers offer matching gift programs. Check with your employer to see if they will match partial or your full contribution!

Gifts in Honor and Gifts in Memory

Gifts at all levels can be given in honor of or in memory of a program director, mentor, and/or colleague. Notification of gifts made in honor or in memory will be sent to the honoree or their family and listed in our Annual Report.

More Ways

The AAEM Foundation gratefully accepts IRA distributions, contributions through donor-advised funds, planned gifts, and bequests. Please reach out to email AAEM with any questions or to make arrangements.

Additional Information
AAEM Foundation Levels of Giving

Your generosity fuels the fight for ethical emergency medicine. By giving to the AAEM Foundation, you join a community of supporters dedicated to protecting patients and empowering physicians. Choose your level of impact:

  • $1,000 and Greater
  • $500-$999
  • $250-$499
  • $100-$249
  • $50-$99

Donors will receive recognition in Common Sense throughout the year they contributed to the Foundation. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may do so. Levels are determined annually based upon a calendar year.

More About the AAEM Foundation

The AAEM Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

EIN: 20-2080841

To recognize those who provide financial support to the AAEM Foundation, the board of directors agreed to establish levels of recognition. Contributions to the Foundation are tax deductible.

Contact the AAEM office with any questions at info@aaem.org or 800-884-2236.