KAFP-Foundation Wine Tasting and Auction tickets for sale

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The KAFP-Foundation Wine Tasting and Auction is back at KAFP’s annual conference Fam Med Forward 2020 – June 4-6 In Manhattan, Kan. This popular event is a great opportunity to fellowship with your peers, sample new wines, and even bid on fabulous wines donated by members. Proceeds benefit the KAFP-Foundation. Tickets are $75 per person and are tax deductible.

You may buy tickets with your Fam Med Forward registration or purchase tickets separately online.

KAFP-Foundation Wine Tasting & Auction
June 4, 2020
Union Pacific Train Depot, Manhattan, KS

 

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

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As 2019 closes, 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 2019 must be received by Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019.

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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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Celebrate Cyber Monday & Giving Tuesday with the KAFP Foundation

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If Cyber Monday is how you accomplish most of your holiday shopping, don’t forget the KAFP-Foundation when shopping on Amazon.com.

  1. Go to www.smile.amazon.com
  2. Hover over Your Account in the navigation bar, and select the option Your AmazonSmile
  3. Click the Change charity button and search for Kansas Academy of Family Physicians Foundation
  4. Select KAFP-F and your shopping will have an impact!
  5. Bookmark Smile.Amazon.com and your online shopping habit will benefit KAFP-Foundation!

Note, in order for your Amazon shopping to benefit KAFP-F you must shop smile.amazon.com.  It is just like amazon.com in function and price.

We also invite you to celebrate #GivingTuesday on Dec. 3 with the KAFP-Foundation! #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. Go to www.kafponline.org/give to support the KAFP-Foundation, which helps build the pipeline of future family physicians through its signature programs. Give to family medicine on #GivingTuesday!

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Let’s Move, Register on-site for run/walk; donations welcome

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Online registration is closed for Let’s Move, Kansas. You may register on-site at Sedgwick County Park on beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19. The timed 5K run begins at 8:30 a.m.

We encourage registrants to pick up their race packets early to avoid lines on race day.

Early Packet Pick-Up for Registrants
Thursday, October 17 & Friday, October 18
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Kansas Academy of Family Physicians
7570 W 21st St. N. Bldg.1026, Suite C, #104, Wichita, Kansas 67205
Reflection Ridge Office Park — follow the Let’s Move, Kansas signs!

If you cannot participate in the race on Oct. 19, the KAFP-Foundation would greatly appreciate a donation to support residents and students. Give today. The mission of the KAFP-Foundation is to promote the philosophy of family medicine, research and education of Kansas family physicians.

Thank you to our 2019 sponsor for making this run/walk possible!

Presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita
Media sponsor, KMUW Wichita 89.1
Platinum sponsors, Grene Vision Group and Wichita Surgical Specialists
Gold sponsors, Advanced Physical Therapy, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, Premier Property Management, Primary Care Associates and West Wichita Family Physicians, PA
Silver sponsor, Aledade, Southcentral Pathology Laboratory, P.A., Wichita Urology
Bronze sponsors, Post Rock Family Medicine and Wichita Marriott

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Let’s Move, Kansas Pre-registration Ends Friday

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Planning to participate in Let’s Move, Kansas on Saturday, Oct. 19? Register by this Friday, Oct. 11. After Friday, you can only register on site. All proceeds benefit the KAFP-Foundation.

If you cannot participate in the race on October 19, the KAFP-Foundation would greatly appreciate a donation to support residents and students. Give today. The mission of the KAFP-Foundation is to promote the philosophy of family medicine, research and education of Kansas family physicians.

Registration Rates

Children / Youth 17 & under:

  • 5 Mile Walk: $20 for all participants 17 and under
  • 5K timed race: Adult pricing applies for participants 17 and under

Adults:

  • October 5 – October 11: $45
  • October 19 Register Onsite: $50

TEAM DISCOUNT
Don’t forget that when you join or create a team for Let’s Move, Kansas – you automatically receive $3.00 off your registration! Visit www.LetsMoveKansas.com to see a listing of teams to join. It is a great way to support the Foundation’s programs for residents and students while living a healthy lifestyle and sharing a great day with your friends, family and colleagues.

RESIDENT/STUDENT DISCOUNT
Residents and medical students can use the discount code STURES19 for an additional $5.00 off.

Thank you to our 2019 sponsors:

Presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita
Media sponsor, KMUW Wichita 89.1
Platinum sponsors, Grene Vision Group and Wichita Surgical Specialists
Gold sponsors, Advanced Physical Therapy, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, Premier Property Management, Primary Care Associates and West Wichita Family Physicians, PA
Silver sponsor, Aledade, Southcentral Pathology Laboratory, P.A., Wichita Urology
Bronze sponsors, Post Rock Family Medicine and Wichita Marriott

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Let’s Move, Kansas rates increase Oct. 5

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Registration rates for the race increase midnight, October 5! Be sure and register for Let’s Move, Kansas run/walk by Friday, October 4 for the lowest registration rate! Join us on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Sedgwick County Park in Wichita. All proceeds benefit the KAFP-Foundation.

Registration Rates

Children / Youth 17 & under:

  • 5 Mile Walk: $20 for all participants 17 and under
  • 5K timed race: Adult pricing applies for participants 17 and under

Adults:

  • September 14 – October 4: $40
  • October 5 – October 11: $45
  • October 19 Register Onsite: $50

TEAM DISCOUNT
Don’t forget that when you join or create a team for Let’s Move, Kansas – you automatically receive $3.00 off your registration! Visit www.LetsMoveKansas.com to see a listing of teams to join. It is a great way to support the Foundation’s programs for residents and students while living a healthy lifestyle and sharing a great day with your friends, family and colleagues.

RESIDENT/STUDENT DISCOUNT
Residents and medical students can use the discount code STURES19 for an additional $5.00 off.

Thank you to our 2019 sponsors:

Presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita
Media sponsor, KMUW Wichita 89.1
Platinum sponsors, Grene Vision Group and Wichita Surgical Specialists
Gold sponsors, Advanced Physical Therapy, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, Premier Property Management, Primary Care Associates and West Wichita Family Physicians, PA
Silver sponsor, Aledade, Southcentral Pathology Laboratory, P.A., Wichita Urology
Bronze sponsors, Post Rock Family Medicine and Wichita Marriott

If you cannot participate in the race on October 19, the KAFP-Foundation would greatly appreciate a donation to support residents and students. Give today. The mission of the KAFP-Foundation is to promote the philosophy of family medicine, research and education of Kansas family physicians.

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Apply for Mentorship Program by Sept. 27

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The Faces in Family Medicine (FIFM) mentorship program deadline to accept applications is Friday, Sept. 27. 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 the University of Kansas
  • First- and second- year medical students at KUMC Kansas City and 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 Opportunity

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Fall is here! Take the opportunity to participate in the Let’s Move, Kansas run/walk this fall.

Join us on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Sedgwick County Park in Wichita. All proceeds benefit the KAFP-Foundation.

Children / Youth 17 & under:

  • 5 Mile Walk: $20 for all participants 17 and under
  • 5K timed race: Adult pricing applies for participants 17 and under

Adults:

  • September 14 – October 4: $40
  • October 5 – October 11: $45
  • October 19 Register Onsite: $50

Don’t forget that when you join or create a team for Let’s Move, Kansas – you automatically receive $3.00 off your registration! Visit www.LetsMoveKansas.com to see a listing of teams to join! It is a great way to support the Foundation’s programs for residents and students while living a healthy lifestyle and sharing a great day with your friends, family and colleagues!

Residents and medical students can use the discount code STURES19 for an additional $5.00 off.

Thank you to our  2019 sponsors:

Presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita
Media sponsor, KMUW Wichita 89.1
Platinum sponsors, Grene Vision Group and Wichita Surgical Specialists
Gold sponsors, Advanced Physical Therapy, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, Premier Property Management, Primary Care Associates and West Wichita Family Physicians, PA
Silver sponsor, Aledade, Southcentral Pathology Laboratory, P.A., Wichita Urology
Bronze sponsors, Post Rock Family Medicine and Wichita Marriott

If you cannot participate in the race on October 19, the KAFP-Foundation would greatly appreciate a donation to support residents and students. Give today. The mission of the KAFP-Foundation is to promote the philosophy of family medicine, research and education of Kansas family physicians.

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Join a Team

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Don’t forget that when you join or create a team for Let’s Move, Kansas – you automatically receive $3.00 off your registration! Invite your co-workers, friends and family to register as a team. The largest team will receive a team trophy!

Join us on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Sedgwick County Park in Wichita. All proceeds benefit the KAFP-Foundation.

Registration Rates

Children / Youth 17 & under:

  • 5 Mile Walk: $20 for all participants 17 and under
  • 5K timed race: Adult pricing applies for participants 17 and under

Adults:

  • September 14 – October 4: $40
  • October 5 – October 11: $45
  • October 19 Register Onsite: $50

Visit www.LetsMoveKansas.com to see a listing of teams to join! It is a great way to support the Foundation’s programs for residents and students while living a healthy lifestyle and sharing a great day with your friends, family and colleagues!

Residents and medical students can use the discount code STURES19 for an additional $5.00 off.

Thank you to our  2019 sponsors:

Presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita
Media sponsor, KMUW Wichita 89.1
Platinum sponsors, Grene Vision Group and Wichita Surgical Specialists
Gold sponsors, Advanced Physical Therapy, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, Premier Property Management, Primary Care Associates and West Wichita Family Physicians, PA
Silver sponsor, Wichita Urology
Bronze sponsors, Post Rock Family Medicine and Wichita Marriott

If you cannot participate in the race on October 19, the KAFP-Foundation would greatly appreciate a donation to support residents and students. Give today. The mission of the KAFP-Foundation is to promote the philosophy of family medicine, research and education of Kansas family physicians.

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Teams Now Forming for Let’s Move, Kansas

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The KAFP-Foundation challenges you to gather your co-workers, friends and family and register as a team for the Let’s Move, Kansas 5K Run/Walk. It will be a fun event for your entire family or clinic!  Join us on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Sedgwick County Park in Wichita. All proceeds benefit the KAFP-Foundation. The mission of the KAFP-Foundation is to promote the philosophy of family medicine, research and education of Kansas family physicians.

Register a team and get $3.00 off per registrant AND if you are a resident or medical student, use the discount code STURES19 for an additional $5.00 off per registrant. The largest team will receive a team trophy! Visit www.LetsMoveKansas.com to see a listing of teams to join! It is a great way to support the Foundation’s programs for residents and students while living a healthy lifestyle and sharing a great day with your friends, family and colleagues!

Sponsorship opportunities close Saturday, Aug. 31. Act now if your hospital, clinic or company is interested in being a sponsor for this event, click here for more information.

Thank you to our  sponsors:

Presenting sponsor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita
Media sponsor, KMUW Wichita 89.1
Platinum sponsors, Grene Vision Group and Wichita Surgical Specialists
Gold sponsors, Advanced Physical Therapy, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, Premier Property Management  and West Wichita Family Physicians, PA
Silver sponsor, Wichita Urology
Bronze sponsors, Post Rock Family Medicine and Wichita Marriott

If you cannot participate in the race on October 19, the KAFP-Foundation would greatly appreciate a donation to support residents and students. Give today.

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