Support the SHSMD Connections Scholarship Fund

Your investment in the SHSMD Connections Scholarship helps us build a better pipeline for future health care strategy leaders.

Support SHSMD by making a gift to the SHSMD Connections Scholarship Fund. The purpose of this scholarship is to offer financial assistance to members who face budgetary limitations hindering their participation in the SHSMD Connections conference. Preference is given to SHSMD members with a clear financial need, active involvement with SHSMD, and goals that align with the conference content. 
 

Learn More About the SHSMD24 Scholarship Program
 

This scholarship aims to support the professional development of Society for Health Care Strategy and Market Development (SHSMD) members working in health care strategy across marketing, communications, planning, public relations, and business development. It offers financial assistance to members who face budgetary limitations hindering their participation in the SHSMD Connections conference.

Preference will be given to members demonstrating a clear financial need for scholarship assistance, members with active involvement with SHSMD, and a commitment to continued participation, and members whose goals align with the conference content and who seek to enhance their skills in these areas. 
 

TAX INFORMATION

Scholarship fund donations made by individuals and organizations are NOT tax-deductible as charitable contributions, given that SHSMD operates as a 501 (c)(6) organization. For donations over $5,000, SHSMD must report the donor’s information to the IRS. Please check with your tax advisor for more information.  

SHSMD will make every effort to use the donated funds for the intended purpose in the year it was received. Any funds not used in the year it was received will be held for use in the following year. Should the scholarship program be discontinued for any reason, any remaining funds will be used to support education for SHSMD members.

By continuing with your donation, you agree and understand the information stated above. 
 

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*Note: Amounts donated will not be listed on the web page. If you are paying by check, please email shsmd@aha.org.