For David Rivera, navigating the world around him has not always been easy, but his determination and the support of those around him have helped him keep moving forward. Research supported by the ASHFoundation and led by Dr. Teresa Girolamo is helping create new pathways for understanding and supporting individuals with communication challenges.
Watch how this work is helping David build stronger communication skills and giving his family renewed confidence and hope for the future.
Our ability to communicate and connect with each other is key to our success and happiness. The ASHFoundation supports innovators and sparks innovation in communication sciences to make that connection possible for everyone. Join us!
New Century Scholars Doctoral Scholarship Deadline 5/13/2026Submission deadline for New Century Scholars Doctoral Scholarship
Graduate Student Scholarship Deadline 5/20/2026Submission deadline for Graduate Student Scholarship
ASHFoundation Need-Based Emergency Funding12/17/26Extended. Applications will now be reviewed on a rolling basis. The ASHFoundation Need-Based Emergency Funding will be provided, as scholarship disbursements, to doctoral students and early-career investigators whose work on federally funded research studies in communication sciences and disorders (CSD) were affected by research grant terminations. Apply now!
Registration is now open for the 7th Annual ASHFoundation Virtual Walk/Run taking place September 23–25.
Time is ticking! The deadline to contribute to the ASHFoundation Annual Giving Campaign is December 31, 2024. Your donations fuel the future of communication sciences and disorders, supporting critical initiatives like:
Every contribution to the General Fund keeps the ASHFoundation’s core programs thriving. These vital awards and recognitions depend on your generosity. Let’s make an impact together—be a part of this year’s transformative campaign!
The ASHFoundation is awarding a record-breaking $1.3 million to 87 researchers, students, and clinicians in communication sciences and disorders. Meet the newest awardees.
The ASHFoundation Need-Based Emergency Funding will be provided, as scholarship disbursements, to doctoral students and early-career investigators whose work on federally funded research studies in communication sciences and disorders (CSD) were affected by research grant terminations.
In celebration of ASHA’s Centennial, the ASHFoundation hosted a spring event—Advancing CSD Through Facilitated Dialogue: Impact and Future Innovations.