Leadership Awards

To honor remarkable individuals for their contributions in the field of bone marrow failure: A condition that occurs when the bone marrow stops making enough healthy blood cells. The most common of these rare diseases are aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). Bone marrow failure can be acquired (begin any time in life) or can be… , AAMDSIF presents Leadership Awards in the categories of science, philanthropy and service.

Leadership in Science

Recipients, nominated by the Foundation’s Medical Advisory Board, are selected for their unique contributions to bone marrow failure disease treatment or research.

Leadership in Philanthropy

Recipients are acknowledged for their financial support, whether through personal charitable giving, or as a result of outstanding achievement in fundraising.

Leadership in Service

Recipients are singled out for their dedication to the Foundation’s mission, including their time, energy and ideas to heighten awareness for bone marrow failure disease.

Leadership in Corporate Sponsorship

Recipients are recognized for providing financial support for the development and execution of a range of comprehensive education programs which we offer to patients, families and health professionals.


Lifetime Achievement in Science

Recipients are selected for the impact of their careers on bone marrow failure disease research and treatment.

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