About the POMA Foundation

Supporting osteopathic medicine in Pennsylvania through education, philanthropy, and community impact.

The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association.

The Foundation supports POMA CME programs, partners with the PIAA to support safe youth sports, and awards significant funds to osteopathic medical students, residents, physicians, and others through its grants and scholarships.

Grants

► Bright Ideas Grants

► Community Enhancing Grants

► Resident Wellness Grants

Scholarships

► Resident and Student Scholarships

► Sketchy

In 2025, the Foundation:

Provided white coats and stethoscopes to more than 800 first-year osteopathic medical students in Pennsylvania.

Awarded over $38,000 in scholarships to 10 outstanding students and residents.

Distributed 1,100 Sketchy subscriptions worth more than $335,000 to medical students.

Supported 51 residency programs with $25,500 in Resident Wellness Grants.

Funded 7 innovative projects through the Bright Ideas Grant Program, totaling more than $21,000.

Stay Connected

Members receive email updates on grant and scholarship availability. Information is also posted in the POMA newsletter—so check your inbox for POMA email and follow the links above for details.

Investing in the Future of Osteopathic Medicine

Through grants, scholarships, and partnerships, POMAF strengthens the next generation of osteopathic physicians.