For over 75 years, the AOF has proudly supported the entire Osteopathic profession, encompassing all geographies, specialties, and career stages. Each year, we hold our Gala in conjunction with the American Osteopathic Association's OMED conference. 

Our 2025 Honors Gala will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025 in Nashville, TN.

Be a sponsor! 

Your contribution to the 2025 Honors Gala will:

• Support scholarships and awards that help to support DOs in all career stages, from medical school to residency to practice.
• Fund grants that support early career, new, and innovative research.
• Support global humanitarian outreach that bring medical services to underserved populations.
• Help to fund diverse programs that engage students and physicians in their local communities.

To secure your table(s) and Sponsor benefits, please review the sponsorship proposal and email it to Terry Sanders, Director of Development.

Donate to our Auction

Your COM or SOM can also be recognized on our auction website for your donation to the 2025 Honors Gala Auction. Most needed items include electronics, jewelry, autographed memorabilia, and themed baskets such as one that represents your geographic area.

To donate an item, please fill out this form and email it to Terry Sanders, Director of Development.

As a national-serving nonprofit foundation, the AOF provides hundreds of grants and scholarships each year, and recognizes outstanding leadership and commitment in the classroom, community, and to the principles and practice of Osteopathic medicine. Together, with the generosity of our donors and sponsors, and the strength and vision of our partners, we continue to advance this outstanding profession.