COLLEGE OF AMERICAN PATHOLOGISTS FOUNDATION
Cause Area
- Community
- Health & Medicine
- International
- Race & Ethnicity
- Women
Location
325 WAUKEGAN RDNORTHFIELD, IL 60093 United StatesWebsite:
http://foundation.cap.org
Organization Information
Mission Statement
Our mission is to improve people’s health by: Developing tomorrow’s pathology leaders through awards for advanced training, research, and education. Mobilizing pathologists to expand health equity in medically underserved communities within the US and globally.
Description
The College of American Pathologists Foundation (CAP Foundation) was established in 1962 by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). Its goals include improving patient care, advancing pathology education, supporting research, and promoting patient advocacy. The foundation offers scholarships, fellowships, and grants to pathology professionals and students. It also develops patient-centered programs to enhance health literacy and involvement. The CAP Foundation's achievements include funding education for pathologists, supporting research projects, and collaborating internationally to strengthen pathology services. By volunteering, individuals can contribute to these impactful initiatives and help advance the field of pathology for better healthcare outcomes.