About the AASM Foundation
Founded in 1998, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation (AASM Foundation) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable and scientific organization that was established by the AASM. Formerly the American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF), the AASM Foundation has invested in the future of sleep medicine by supporting more than 200 awards totaling over $13.5 million in funding. Our portfolio includes research awards for all career stages, community awards and training awards.
We rely on the generous support of donors who believe that scientific and clinical research discoveries can have a life-changing impact on health and safety. Please donate to the AASM Foundation today.
Mission
Promote discoveries that advance the understanding of sleep for healthier lives
Strategic Plan
The AASM Foundation’s Board of Directors approved our 2019-2023 Strategic Plan in January 2019.
Vision
Healthier lives through better sleep
Bylaws
Operating rules of the Foundation last revised April 2018. Read the bylaws.
Board of Directors
Anita V. Shelgikar, MD, MHPE
President
Jennifer L. Martin, PhD
Secretary/Treasurer
Steve Van Hout
Executive Director, Ex officio
Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg, MD
R. Nisha Aurora, MD, MHS
Kelly A. Carden, MD, MBA
Vishesh Kapur, MD
Raman Malhotra, MD
Eric Olson, MD
Kannan Ramar, MD
Carol L. Rosen, MD
James A. Rowley, MD
Lynn Marie Trotti, MD, MSc
2019-20 Annual Report
Detailed summary of Foundation activity in 2019.
Affiliated Sites
Sites affiliated with the AASM Foundation.