Development Advocacy Grant
The AAD Development Advocacy Grant funds state dermatology societies to strengthen their advocacy and advance state-level health policy initiatives in dermatology.
Funder: American Academy of Dermatology
Due Dates: June 30, 2026: Applications open | September 30, 2026: Applications close
Funding Amounts: Three awards of $20,000 each per cycle; annual program
Summary: Supports state dermatology societies in building and advancing advocacy programs for state-level health policy initiatives.
Key Information: Applicants must have an existing advocacy infrastructure and limited prior AADA grant funding.
Description
The Development Advocacy Grant, offered by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), provides financial support to state dermatology societies with some advocacy experience and infrastructure but limited resources. The grant aims to help these societies strengthen their advocacy capacity, advance specific health policy initiatives, and engage more effectively in state-level lobbying and policy work. The program is part of the AAD’s broader commitment to supporting state societies in improving dermatologic care through effective advocacy.
