Donate to AOSW
Thank you, in advance, for your generosity in supporting the Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW). Your donation will help AOSW fulfill its mission of advancing excellence in the psychosocial care of persons with cancer, their families and caregivers. Your contribution is appreciated and may be tax deductible (please consult your tax advisor).
Donations may be made “In Memory Of” or “In Honor Of” within any of the donation categories. Simply choose the appropriate option when completing the donation form.
The Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) is a non-profit, international, 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer, their families and caregivers. Your donation is tax deductible as allowed by law.
The following are the funds and priorities to which you may designate your contribution:
General Fund
Your donation will offset the costs of providing education and support over a wide array of programs, newsletters, SWON and the AOSW website.
Hardship Fund
AOSW offers limited aid for those current members facing hardships (i.e. unforeseen unemployment).
Naomi Stearns Scholarship
Established to honor the first AOSW President, Naomi Stearns, this $1,000 scholarship defrays the cost of conference attendance for a member who has demonstrated commitment to the profession, including AOSW activity. The scholarship is supported through generous donations of supporters, including our own members.
Kim Lawson Scholarship
Established to honor AOSW President, Kim Lawson, this $1,000 scholarship defrays the cost of conference attendance for an AOSW member who has demonstrated commitment to the profession, including pursuing a PhD or DSW as part of your professional development. The scholarship is supported through generous donations of supporters, including our own members.
Palliative Care Scholarship
Given in support of an AOSW member who is seeking a master’s degree in social work. The recipient will have a demonstrated interest in end-of-life care. Established in 2006 in memory of longstanding AOSW member and leader in palliative and end-of-life care, Betty Vargo. The scholarship is supported through generous donations of supporters, including our own members.
Conference Scholarship Fund
These scholarships are sponsored by AOSW and supported through generous donations of supporters, including our own members. Five conference tuition scholarships cover the cost of registration to the Annual Conference. Recipients are chosen based on a demonstrated commitment to the field of oncology social work.
Social Worker of the Year Award
This award recognizes an exceptional member of AOSW who, in the day-to-day delivery of compassionate service, is a model for the profession. This award is sponsored by AOSW through generous donations of supporters, including our own members.
AOSW Thanks Its Donors
2021
In Honor ofAOSW Conference Drinks
2020
In Memory ofVicki Hahn
Love and miss you so much.
In Memory ofKim Lawson
Kim was an amazing oncology social worker-her untimely death is a loss to her family, friends, colleagues, and patients. She is greatly missed!
In Honor ofEucharia Borden
In gratitude for Eucharia's leadership and friendship.
In Honor ofmy social work friends
for cocktails
In Memory ofKimberly Lawson
May those who receive this scholarship award, may you pursue your dreams and thirst for knowledge as you did, and may they also inspire others to do the same. You will always be my shinning star...
In Memory ofRoberta and Joshua Kauss
In memory of a mother's (Roberta) and a nephew (Joshua) that both died in April 2020.
In Honor ofThe AOSW Virtual Meeting
Congratulations on a phenomenally run 2020 Virtual Meeting!
In Honor ofKim Lawson
In Memory ofKimberly Ann Lawson
In honor of her dedication to the field of oncology social work and for the love and care she gave to her patients, her co-workers, her family and her friends.
2019
In Memory ofKimberly Lawson
Missing your generous spirit everyday....
In Memory ofKim Lawson
In memory of Kim and her generous spirit and tireless advocacy for patients and the social work profession. Her glowing smile and warm heart will be dearly missed!
In Memory ofKimberly Lawson
You served and loved well... Blessings were given to all those you touched....
In Memory ofNancy Jones
I never met Nancy, but I knew her through her beautiful daughter, Barbara. Nancy, you raised an amazing daughter: one who is brilliant and strong and good. She must be all these things because of you.
In Memory ofNancy Jones
In Memory ofAlan Fleischacker
Will never forget my cousin
2018
Giving Tuesday and our Amazing new Board members, Sara Goldberger, Michael Grignon, and Brittany Moore. Welcome to the board and I know you'll lead AOSW well.
In Memory ofJoanie Thacker
2017
In Honor ofNew Board Members
I make this donation in honor of AOSW's newest Board members: Eucharia Borden, Kerry Cox Irish, Sophia Smith, and Meredith Cammarata. Welcome to the Board and we look forward to the great things you will do.
2016
In Honor ofAli Sachs, President
Thank you for serving, Ali.
In Memory ofRonit Amir Lowenthal
For my beloved mother, whose memory and legacy inspire me every day.
In honor of Tara Schapmire, Chelsea Kroll and Jane Dabney’s Election.
Congratulations on your election to the AOSW Board of Directors! Your commitment to AOSW is impressive, important and very much appreciated. We look forward to working with you.
Catherine & Ali