[American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation](https://foundation.aasm.org)

November 2026 (Nomination due date, projected)

$10,000 award (unrestricted) plus complimentary registration for a representative to attend the SLEEP meeting

Recognizes non-profit organizations leading impactful sleep health services, initiatives, and advocacy at local, national, or global levels.

--- ## Description This award honors non-profit organizations that demonstrate exceptional leadership and impact in advancing sleep health. The focus is on organizations providing community-based sleep health education, impactful services, innovative initiatives, and advocacy for healthy sleep. Established in 2019, the award celebrates those at the forefront of improving sleep health and fostering positive change locally, nationally, or globally. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (Nomination due date, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $10,000 award (unrestricted funds) - Complimentary registration for a representative to attend the SLEEP meeting (typically SLEEP 2027 for the 2026 cycle) - Recipients are encouraged to use funds for educational and networking purposes, including meeting attendance --- ## Eligibility - Only non-profit organizations (U.S. 501(c)(3) or international equivalent) are eligible to be nominated. - Organizations may self-nominate, or individuals with volunteer experience at the organization may submit nominations. - International non-profits that meet all criteria and can accept payment in U.S. dollars are eligible. - Organizations located in or operating from countries subject to U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctions are not eligible. - Previous recipients of the Sleep Champion Award are not eligible. - Current members of the AASM Foundation Board of Directors may not nominate organizations. --- ## Application Process - Complete a nomination (self-nomination or by an eligible individual). - Submit required documentation, including a compelling nomination letter describing the organization’s impact and alignment with the AASM Foundation’s mission. - Nominations are reviewed and scored by a committee appointed by the AASM Foundation Executive Committee. - Key review criteria: - Alignment with the AASM Foundation’s purpose. - Evidence of leveraging best-in-class care and/or education to improve sleep health. - Strength of the case made in the nomination letter. --- ## Additional Information - The award is unrestricted, but recipients are encouraged to use funds for professional development and networking. - Frequently asked questions are available on the [AASM Foundation FAQ page](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/faq/). - Allow at least one week for eligibility question responses; general inquiries require a minimum of two business days. - Recent recipients and further details can be found on the [program page](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/sleep-champion-award). --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Sleep Champion Award](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/sleep-champion-award) - [AASM Foundation Community Awards](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/community-awards/) - [AASM Foundation FAQ](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/faq/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [foundation@aasm.org](mailto:foundation@aasm.org) | | Phone | (630) 737-9700 | | Contact Form | [AASM Foundation Contact Page](https://foundation.aasm.org/contact-us) | ---

Sleep Champion Award - American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation

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