[American Speech-Language-Hearing Association](https://www.asha.org)

April 2027 (Nomination deadline, projected)

No monetary award; recipient receives a commemorative art object and recognition plaque.

Recognizes individuals with at least 20 years of outstanding contributions to clinical excellence in communication sciences and disorders.

--- ## Description This award honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional, sustained contributions to the field of communication sciences and disorders (CSD) over a minimum of 20 years. Recognized areas include clinical service, supervision, administration, clinical research, or activities that have advanced clinical excellence in audiology and/or speech-language pathology. The award celebrates lifetime achievements that have significantly influenced the quality and direction of clinical care, and is presented in memory of Frank R. Kleffner, a leader in the profession. --- ## Due Dates - April 2027 (Nomination deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - This is an honorary award; there is no monetary prize. - The recipient receives a commemorative art object and a recognition plaque. --- ## Eligibility - Nominee’s contributions must span at least 20 years and have significantly affected recipients of service in CSD. - Contributions may be in clinical service, supervision, administration, clinical research, or other activities promoting clinical excellence. - The nominee’s work may be based anywhere in the world. - The nominee’s achievements must have altered or accelerated the quality of clinical care in audiology and/or speech-language pathology. - Membership in a professional association is not required, but nominees should exemplify the ideals of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. - The award is open to clinicians, researchers, supervisors, administrators, and others advancing clinical practice in CSD. --- ## Application Process - Nominations must be submitted online using the Nomination and Summary Form. - Required materials (compiled as a single PDF, max 15 pages, 12-point font, 1-inch margins): - **Nomination Narrative** (max 5 pages) with: - Education and Career Summary - Specific Contributions and Significance - **Case for Support** (max 10 pages): At least three letters of recommendation from professionals in the field and/or service recipients or their families. - **Nominee’s vita** (optional, not counted in 15-page limit). - Incomplete nominations or missing documents will result in disqualification. --- ## Additional Information - The award is highly competitive and recognizes a single individual annually. - Nominee achievements should be distinguished, specific, and well-documented. - Past recipients include leaders in both audiology and speech-language pathology. --- ## External Links - [Program Page (ASHFoundation)](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/frank-kleffner-lifetime-clinical-career-award) - [List of Past Recipients](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/frank-kleffner-lifetime-clinical-career-award-recipients/) - [ASHFoundation Awards & Application Portal](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Method | Details | |-------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 800-638-8255 | | Program Email | [foundationprograms@asha.org](mailto:foundationprograms@asha.org) | | Funder Website | [https://www.asha.org](https://www.asha.org) |

Frank R. Kleffner Lifetime Clinical Career Award

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