Remember KAFP-Foundation in End-of-Year Charitable Giving

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As 2018 draws to a close, please remember KAFP-Foundation (KAFP-F) in your charitable giving.

Your generous support ensures the continuation of KAFP-F programs to identify and cultivate future family physicians and offers numerous scholarship opportunities for residents and students.

KAFP-F is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt public foundation, and is the only charitable organization in Kansas that exists to improve and increase access to health care by investing in the specialty of family medicine. Contributions for 2018 must be received by Monday, Dec. 31, 2018.

Give today

You may also mail your donation to:
Kansas Academy of Family Physicians-Foundation
7570 W 21st St N, 1026 C, #104
Wichita, KS 67205

Still Christmas shopping?  Go to AmazonSmile and select KAFP-Foundation as your charity. Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Kansas Academy Of Family Physicians-Foundation whenever you shop on AmazonSmile.

 

 

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#GivingTuesday: Support KAFP-Foundation

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Celebrate #GivingTuesday the Tuesday following Thanksgiving on November 27. #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Please remember the KAFP-Foundation in your charitable giving.

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KAFP’S EVP ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT; SEEKING EVP APPLICATIONS

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Carolyn Gaughan, CAE, executive vice president of the Kansas Academy of Family Physicians (KAFP) since 1989, has announced she will retire effective August 31, 2019. Carolyn announced her retirement plans to the board at the fall board meeting in September.  In her board report, she writes:

“In my preparation, I’ve read some excellent monographs about executive management transitions that affirm some of my intuitive thoughts. Here’s a short summary: Transitions can be tough, but when reframed positively they can also be an opportunity for an organization to thrive. Faced with a pause in business as usual, disconcerting though it may be, KAFP will have the chance to reexamine current practices, positioning, even its mission, direction and vision. The Board can assess the situation, work through the hiring process and implement strategies that enable the organization not only to survive the transition, but to thrive through it. This transition offers an exciting potential as an entry point to a broad range of capacity-building efforts. They could include new board leadership, sharpened strategic direction, improved financial management, new funding and thoughtful approaches to organization restructuring.”

You can read her entire article in the EVP Letter in the fall issue of the Kansas Family Physician.   Here is the position announcement:

The Kansas Academy of Family Physicians, based in Wichita, Kansas, is the voluntary, statewide association for family physicians, family medicine residents and medical students in Kansas with 1,760+ members.  The Kansas Academy of Family Physicians-Foundation is the philanthropic arm of KAFP, supporting initiatives to encourage family medicine. KAFP is recognized as a leader in developing and delivering outstanding education for family physicians in Kansas, for a strong advocacy presence in Topeka on behalf of its members and for its exceptional public health efforts. The KAFP and the KAFP-F boards are jointly seeking an executive vice president to help execute their vision for championing the cause of family physicians and their patients in the state of Kansas. The job description and application process are available at: KAFP EVP.

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Last Week to Register for Race & Save $10

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The Let’s Move, Kansas 5K run and 1.5 mile walk is this Saturday and we are excited that sunny skies are predicted! If you haven’t already registered, you can take advantage of this special offer: use code 1010 (note: numerical digits not alphabetical) and receive $10 off registration (does not apply to 17 and under $20 walk registrations). Register now! Don’t forget to register on a team for an automatic $3 off registration. Please note that online registration closes at noon on Friday, October 19. After noon on Friday, please register on site at Sedgwick County Park.

We look forward to seeing you on October 20 for Let’s Move, Kansas.

Let’s Move, Kansas
Saturday, October 20; 8:30 a.m.
Sedgwick County Park, Wichita, KS

Swag bag, race t-shirt, and pancake breakfast included with registration. Non-participants can also enjoy pancakes for $5!

All proceeds from this event go to the KAFP-Foundation to support many programs and scholarships for Kansas family medicine residents and medical students.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita!

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Attention: Runners, Walkers, Pancake Eaters

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Gather your family and friends and join us on October 20 for Let’s Move, Kansas. Use code FALL5 and enjoy $5 off registration!

Let’s Move, Kansas
Saturday, October 20; 8:30 a.m.
Sedgwick County Park, Wichita, KS

Swag bag, race t-shirt, and pancake breakfast included with registration. Did somebody say pancakes? Non-participants can also enjoy pancakes for $5!

Choose one of these special offers when you register!

  • Fall discount: Use code FALL5 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • Students & Residents: Use code STURES18 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • 2017 Repeat Runners & Walkers: Use code 17OFF for 17% off + join a team for an automatic $3 off!

For pricing and registration, visit our website.

All proceeds from this event go to the KAFP-Foundation to support many programs and scholarships for Kansas family medicine residents and medical students.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita!

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Take advantage of Let’s Move, Kansas fall discount!

KAFP-Foundation

Happy October! Celebrate the beginning of fall with a special $5 off registration using code FALL5.  Gather your family and friends and join us on October 20 for Let’s Move, Kansas.

Let’s Move, Kansas
Saturday, October 20; 8:30 a.m.
Sedgwick County Park, Wichita, KS

Swag bag, race t-shirt, and pancake breakfast included with registration. Did somebody say pancakes?

Choose one of these special offers when you register!

  • NEW! Fall discount: Use code FALL5 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • Students & Residents: Use code STURES18 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • 2017 Repeat Runners & Walkers: Use code 17OFF for 17% off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; $9.29 off!

For pricing and registration, visit our website.

All proceeds from this event go to the KAFP-Foundation to support many programs and scholarships for Kansas family medicine residents and medical students.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita!

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Faces in Family Medicine program Opportunity for Pre-med and Med students

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Spread the word that the Faces in Family Medicine (FIFM) mentorship program is now accepting applications. This program provides medical and pre-med students the opportunity to see the many faces of family medicine through group mentoring activities and one-on-one mentoring.

Student online application 

Eligible students:

  • Junior and Senior pre-med students at FHSU & PSU
  • First and Second year medical students at KUMC Kansas City & Salina

Mentor online application 

Eligible mentors:

  • All practicing KAFP members, residents included

Mentors will be paired with students to mentor throughout the academic year; they can communicate as much or as little as they wish, a minimum of four contacts is expected. KAFP will provide monthly “conversation starter” topics to keep communication engaging. Volunteers spend approximately one hour per month corresponding with their student(s). Group mentoring activities will be scheduled for each campus, more to come on those activities!

The ultimate goal is to expose students to the many different, energetic, vibrant, and authentic faces of family medicine, and promote the selection of family medicine as their specialty. Show your face in family medicine, volunteer to be a mentor!

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Fall weather brings outside opportunities

KAFP-Foundation

Fall is here! Celebrate the beginning of fall with a special $5 off registration using code FALL5.  Gather your family and friends and join us on October 20 for Let’s Move, Kansas.

Let’s Move, Kansas
Saturday, October 20; 8:30 a.m.
Sedgwick County Park, Wichita, KS

Swag bag, race t-shirt, and pancake breakfast included with registration. Choose one of these special offers when you register!

  • NEW! Fall discount: Use code FALL5 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • Students & Residents: Use code STURES18 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • 2017 Repeat Runners & Walkers: Use code 17OFF for 17% off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; $9.29 off!

For pricing and registration, visit our website.

Let’s Move, Kansas aims to promote an active, healthy lifestyle for all Kansans. All proceeds from this event go to the KAFP-Foundation to support many programs and scholarships for Kansas family medicine residents and medical students.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita!

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Let’s Move, Kansas Discount Opportunities

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Please join us for this fun event!

Let’s Move, Kansas
Saturday, October 20; 8:30 a.m.
Sedgwick County Park, Wichita, KS

Swag bag, race t-shirt, and pancake breakfast included with registration. Get more bang for your buck by combining these special offers when you register!

  • Students & Residents: Use code STURES18 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • 2017 Repeat Runners & Walkers: Use code 17OFF for 17% off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; $9.29 off!
  • All general registrations: Join a team (or create a new team) for an automatic $3 off registration.

For pricing and registration, visit our website.

Let’s Move, Kansas aims to promote an active, healthy lifestyle for all Kansans. All proceeds from this event go to the KAFP-Foundation to support many programs and scholarships for Kansas family medicine residents and medical students.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita!

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Let’s Move, Kansas Registration Increases After September 14

KAFP-Foundation

Register today! Act fast, the registration rate for Let’s Move, Kansas will increase Friday.

Let’s Move, Kansas
Saturday, October 20; 8:30 a.m.
Sedgwick County Park, Wichita, KS

Swag bag, race t-shirt, and pancake breakfast included with registration. Get more bang for your buck by combining these special offers when you register!

  • Students & Residents: Use code STURES18 for $5 off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; up to $8 off!
  • 2017 Repeat Runners & Walkers: Use code 17OFF for 17% off + join a team for an automatic $3 off; $8.44 off!
  • All general registrations: Join a team (or create a new team) for an automatic $3 off registration.

For pricing and registration, visit our website.

Let’s Move, Kansas aims to promote an active, healthy lifestyle for all Kansans. All proceeds from this event go to the KAFP-Foundation to support many programs and scholarships for Kansas family medicine residents and medical students.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita!

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