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The SOMA Foundation supports philanthropy projects, community outreach, medical education, and student scholarships through the generosity of our donors

The SOMA Foundation improves the lives of osteopathic students and their respective communities by supporting scholarship and outreach. The SOMA Foundation is supported by the generous donations of our sponsors which include industry benefactors and osteopathic physicians throughout the country.

06/16/2026

✈️ Attending the 2026 Summer Leadership Meeting (SLM)?

The SOMA Foundation is excited to offer up to three $500 Travel Grants to help SOMA members attend the Summer Leadership Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.

📍 Chicago Marriott Magnificent Mile
📅 July 15–19, 2026

Award recipients may use funding to help offset travel-related expenses associated with attending SLM.

⏰ Application Deadline:
June 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST

🔗 Apply today using the link or QR code in this post.

We encourage all eligible SOMA members to apply!

06/12/2026

🎉 The SOMA Foundation is proud to recognize our Spring 2026 Transition to Residency Award recipients!

Sponsored by Doc2Doc Lending, the Transition to Residency Award recognized students who have demonstrated exceptional drive, originality, and commitment to advancing healthcare through patient care, advocacy, education, research, and community engagement.

Please join us in congratulating:
✨ Arelys Hernandez
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Incoming Obstetrics & Gynecology Resident

✨ Michael Benavidez Arias
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Carolinas
Incoming General Surgery Resident

As they prepare to begin residency training in the coming weeks, these future physicians exemplify the dedication, resilience, and commitment to service that define the osteopathic profession.

Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement, and best wishes as you begin this exciting next chapter! 👏

06/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Alex Woods of Marian University Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine, recipient of the Spring 2026 SOMA Scholar Award!

Generously sponsored by the Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA), the SOMA Scholar Award recognizes an osteopathic medical student who demonstrates exceptional leadership, service, and commitment to advancing the mission of SOMA and the osteopathic profession.

Throughout his leadership at MU-WCOM, Alex has helped strengthen student engagement, expand advocacy initiatives, and foster meaningful community partnerships that have positively impacted both students and the communities they serve.

Please join us in congratulating Alex on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

06/08/2026

🎉 The SOMA Foundation is proud to recognize our Spring 2026 Innovative Leadership in Osteopathic Medicine Scholarship recipients!

Generously sponsored by the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF), this scholarship honors osteopathic medical students who are advancing healthcare through innovative and creative approaches that benefit both patients and physicians.

Please join us in congratulating this year’s recipients:

✨ Alexander Uhlman – Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine
✨ Mahak Sharma – New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University
✨ Alyson Moriarty – Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine
✨ Kyle Agostini – Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine

Your dedication to leadership, innovation, and service exemplifies the future of osteopathic medicine. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement!

InnovationInMedicine

06/04/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 New Member Award recipient, Christina Wornom, OMS-III, of Rocky Vista University Montana College of Osteopathic Medicine!

Sponsored by the American Academy of Osteopathy Association (AAOA), the New Member Award recognizes an outstanding student who embodies the principles of osteopathic medicine through leadership, service, and dedication to their community.

“Receiving the SOMA Foundation Scholarship is an incredible honor and an affirmation of the values that drew me to osteopathic medicine: compassionate, patient-centered care, service, and advocacy. This support will help me continue pursuing my goal of serving rural and underserved communities while advancing osteopathic principles through leadership, mentorship, and efforts to improve health equity and access to care.”

Please join us in congratulating Christina on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

05/25/2026

Need some merch inspiration? 👀

Here are examples of previous SOMAF merch designs to help spark ideas for the SOMA Foundation Merch Contest!

Your design could be featured on official SOMAF merchandise sold at the Summer Leadership Meeting, with proceeds supporting SOMAF scholarships and grants.

🎨 Open to SOMA members
🏆 Selected designer receives exclusive SOMAF prizes
📅 Submit by May 31 at 11:59 PM CST

Submit here: tinyurl.com/somafmerchcontest

05/18/2026

‼️ SOMA Foundation Merch Contest ‼️
We’re looking for the next official SOMAF merch design for SLM!

Submit your original design for the opportunity to have your artwork featured on official SOMA Foundation merchandise sold at the Summer Leadership Meeting (SLM). Proceeds from merchandise sales support SOMAF scholarships and grants.

🏆 Selected designer receives exclusive prizes
📅 Submissions close May 31 at 11:59 PM CST
📍 Open to SOMA members only

Submit here: tinyurl.com/somafmerchcontest

Questions?
📧:[email protected]

05/04/2026

Looking for funding for your SOMA chapter project?

The SOMA Foundation Chapter Grant is STILL open with **rolling applications** — and it’s the perfect opportunity to bring your ideas to life 💡

💰 Up to $500 per school
🌍 Support projects that promote osteopathic medicine + community impact

Whether you’re:
☀️ Planning a summer project
🍂 Brainstorming ideas for the upcoming school year
👥 Or you’re a newly elected chapter leader ready to make an impact

This is your sign to get started 👇

✅ How it works:
1️⃣ Come up with a project idea
2️⃣ Submit the Initial Grant Request (IGR)
3️⃣ Wait for review (~1 month)
4️⃣ Receive funding & execute your project
5️⃣ Share your impact 📸

⚡ Funding is limited — first come, first served!

🔗 Apply now: https://tinyurl.com/somachaptergrants
🔗 More info: https://www.somaf.org/

Let’s build something meaningful for our communities 💙✨

04/27/2026

Introducing the 2026–2027 Governing Board of SOMA Foundation!

We are honored to welcome this year’s board as we continue our mission of supporting the education and professional development of osteopathic medical students through scholarships, philanthropy, and service.

Together, we look forward to celebrating student achievement, creating new opportunities, and expanding the impact future physicians have within their communities.

Please join us in congratulating our new and returning board members.

04/13/2026

🚨 $500 Scholarship Opportunity 🚨

The SOMA Scholar Award is available to all OMS I–IV students who are members of the Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA).

✨ Just one essay required
✨ No letter of recommendation needed

Generously sponsored by SOMA.

⏰ Deadline: April 19 at 11:59 PM CST
👉 Apply now: somaf.org

📌 Reminder: Other SOMA Foundation scholarships are also open. Visit somaf.org to explore and apply before the deadline!

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142 E Ontario Street
Chicago, IL
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Telephone

+13122028193

Website

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