Establish a Named Grant or Award

Through a named grant or award, you can honor a loved one, recognize a distinguished career, or support a specific area of research - helping bring scientific innovation to patients today and in the future.

To discuss establishing a named grant or award, contact the AABB Foundation at foundation@aabb.org.

Creating Your Grant or Award

Your contribution can be directed to a specific area of interest or allocated by the AABB Foundation to high-priority programs supporting a wide range of initiatives, including:

  • Innovative research led by early-career investigators
  • Collaborative projects that bring together multidisciplinary teams
  • Opportunities for trainees to participate in scientific meetings
  • Recognition awards that inspire the next generation of professionals

Our team will work with you to create a grant or award that reflects your interests and advances the areas of transfusion medicine and biotherapies that matter most to you.

$25,000 - Named Grant or Award
Establish a named grant or award beginning at $25,000. Funding is awarded over time until all available funds have been distributed.

$50,000 - Endowed Grant or Award
Endowed funds are invested to generate annual distributions, allowing a named grant or award to be presented year after year for the life of the program.

Types of Gifts Accepted

The AABB Foundation accepts many gift types, including:

  • Cash contributions
  • Publicly traded stocks
  • Donor advised fund distributions
  • IRA qualified charitable distributions
  • Bequests and beneficiary designations

Current Named Grants and Awards

The AABB Foundation is honored to steward donor-established grants and awards that recognize excellence, advance scientific discovery, and support the professional development of future leaders. These programs reflect the vision and generosity of donors who are helping shape the future of the field.