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F. P. Bordelon, M.D., Lectureship Fund
In honor of Dr. Bordelon's many years of dedicated service to his community, the state and to Family Medicine, friends of "Dr. F.P." as he was known, along with the LAFP-Foundation, have established this fund to honor his memory and his contributions. Through the F.P. Bordelon, M.D. Lectureship we are bringing respected Family Physicians and medical leaders to address our organization each year, in conjunction with the LAFP’s Annual Scientific Assembly. We invite you to make a contribution to this endowment and to honor Dr. F.P.’s extensive and distinctive achievements over his life time.
Founders Fund
The Founders Fund was established by the Board of Directors to provide members with an opportunity to play a significant role in generating a sound financial base for the Foundation. Founders pledge a contribution of $500 each year for five years ($2,500 total). Four hundred dollars of each annual gift will be designated to the Founders Fund. The remaining $100 will be shared with the AAFP Foundation.
Gerald R. Gehringer Award
The Smith, Kline & French President's Grant was established in November of 1980 as an unrestricted yearly grant to the AAFP President to be designated by the Academy President to further the aims and goals of family medicine. Dr. Gerald R. Gehringer, member and past president of the LAFP, Professor Emeritus, and Past Head of the Department of Family Medicine at LSUMC New Orleans, was President of the AAFP in 1982-1983. He designated that this $10,000 grant shall be used for a family practice award. It thus became known as the Gerald R. Gehringer Family Practice Award for outstanding leadership and scholarly accomplishments in the field of family medicine. The award consists of an appropriately inscribed plaque accompanied by a cash award. The recipient must be a senior graduating from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. The amount of the cash award is determined on an annual basis.
Jean Aitken Memorial Fund
The Jean Aitken Memorial Fund was established by the Board of Directors in memory of Mrs. Jean Aitken. Jean served the Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians for 35 years as its Executive Vice President. She held a special place in her heart for medical students. To honor her memory, this fund supports student awards and activities.
Michael O. Fleming Family Medicine Award
In honor of Michael O. Fleming, MD, member of the LAFP, being inaugurated to the office of President of the AAFP, the LAFP donated $8,000 to the LSU-Shreveport Family Practice Fund. The fund was then re-named as the Michael O. Fleming Family Practice Award. The award consists of a cash award and a commerative plaque for oustanding leadership and scholarly accomplishments in the field of family medicine. The recipient must be a senior graduating from LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport. The amount of the cash award is determined on an annual basis.
Tulane Family Medicine Excellence Award
The Tulane University School of Medicine, Family Medicine Excellence Award is an annual award presented by Tulane University School of Medicine. This award is given each year to the graduating Tulane Medical Student who is entering a Family Medicine Residency and who best demonstrates a commitment to, and models the principles of, Family Medicine. These principles are high quality, patient-oriented, continuity and preventive care across the spectrum of age, disease, and health, in the context of Family and community. This commmitment includes leadership and advocacy for the specialty of Family Medicine. The award consists of an appropriately inscribed plaque accompanied by a cash award and is normally presented by a Tulane representative or his/her appointee. Tulane may present this award at the meeting and/or location of their choice. It is requested that the President of the LAFP forward a letter each year to the Head of the Department of Family Medicine at Tulane University inviting them to present the award at LAFP's Annual Assembly.
Fundraisers - Silent Auction, Golf Tournament, Tennis Tournament
Each year the Foundation hosts a Silent Auction, Golf Tournament and Tennis Tournament, which are held during the LAFP Annual Assembly. Monies are utilized to support resident and student awards, and activities.
Tar Wars
The LAFP Foundation is serving as the State Coordinator of the Tar Wars Health Education Program. This fund supports the activities associated with the annual Tar Wars Program and Poster Contest.