The Leadership Development Award – Pathology Residents from the CAP Foundation funds residents and fellows to attend key leadership events, enhancing their leadership skills and engagement in pathology.
Funder: College of American Pathologists Foundation
Due Dates: July 1, 2026 | December 14, 2026 | May 4, 2027 | December 14, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,200 for travel to key leadership meetings or up to $400–$500 for Engaged Leadership Academy registration; award typically covers major event expenses.
Summary: Supports pathology residents and new-in-practice fellows to attend major leadership events and the Engaged Leadership Academy, fostering leadership skills in pathology.
Key Information: Travel costs exceeding award amounts or not covered for ELA must be paid by the participant or institution.
This award program, offered by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Foundation, is designed to immerse pathology residents and new-in-practice fellows in the specialty’s most pressing issues and leadership opportunities at institutional, local, state, and national levels. Funding supports attendance at events such as the CAP Residents Forum, Pathologists Leadership Summit, and the Engaged Leadership Academy (ELA). The program enhances recipients' education and professional development, helping them build essential leadership skills and contribute meaningfully to the field.