At NMF, gatherings are more than events; they are opportunities to be in intentional community, celebrate possibility, spark bold conversations, and strengthen our shared mission to develop a health care workforce committed to providing the highest quality care to every patient, in every zip code. From our upcoming Gala at The Plaza in New York City to cross-sector Conversations of Consequence series, and from transformative LIFT + SOW Roundtables to networking Scholar Connections and engaging alumni webinars, these moments forge intentional connections that shape a healthier future for all. 

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The Art Heist — Steal a Deal for a Cause

What if your next masterpiece didn’t just transform your walls — but transformed lives?

At the This Time, This Place Mission: I’m Possible Gala Silent Auction, you’ll have the chance to “steal” incredible works from artists like Diana Ortiz-Candelejo, Jerome China, Cassandra Martin, Tolu Ayorinde, William Daniels, and more.

✨ Select pieces start at $750.
✨ 100% of proceeds support NMF scholarships and programs.

Art and medicine have been impacting each other for centuries. Your investment in these art pieces becomes part of this historic pairing and helps you to create your legacy of healing for years to come. Invest today!

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Conversations of Consequence, New York City:
President’s Art Brunch and Summit

Health and well-being do not exist in a vacuum. They are shaped every day by forces as wide-ranging as medicine, finance, politics, and even the arts. In recognition of these social and political determinants of health, this bold, cross-sector gathering will serve as the capstone for our 2025 Gala weekend and is an important aspect of the launch of "The Road to the 80th Anniversary" on October 2 and 3, 2026, in Chicago! 

Join us for a lively brunch in a beautiful venue for a Chatham House Rule engaging dialogue with visionaries in health care, philanthropy, arts and culture, and more! Together, we will spark ideas and connections that will shape the next era of excellent care. There are just a few seats left, don't miss being in the room!

October 4, 2025
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM ET
The New York Historical
170 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024 

 Registration is FREE, but your voice is PRICELESS! 

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2026 NMF Health & Research Summit

Please join NMF Doctors in Clinical Trials Research for the 2026 NMF Health & Research Summit: Global Health Care Transformation through Expansion in Clinical Research, where medical leaders, clinical research investigators, medical scholars, and community partners will gather to shape the future of health care through clinical research. 

March 22 – 24, 2026
Grand Bohemian
Charlotte, NC 

Early bird pricing ends September 30, so secure your tickets today!

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Awarding USMLE Fee Assistance

As part of its effort to strengthen financial empowerment for medical students, NMF selected 402 students to each receive $680 in NBME United States Medical Licensing Examination fee assistance this spring. With $273,360 already disbursed, selection for the summer cohort is underway, with almost 2,000 applications received. Another 603 students will be selected and awarded by the end of November. The fall application will open on November 24, and a final 335 students will receive fee assistance.

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Recap: Conversations of Consequence, Martha’s Vineyard ​​​​​​​

On Illumination Day, August 20, NMF thought leaders, alumni, funders, and friends came together for an inspiring afternoon to empower the NMF mission on Martha’s Vineyard during Black Philanthropy Month. NMF Board Member Rakia Reynolds emceed the day, while Board Chair The Hon. Jon S. Corzine welcomed the crowd at the 3rd annual Conversations of Consequence Series, Martha's Vineyard Convening. Dr. Somova Saha, M.D., MS, moderated an engaging conversation, “The Urgency of Now: Preserving our Health in this Era”. The panel featured the following: 

• LaVanya Hardin Wright, Head of Giving and Social Impact 

• Yolanda Lawson, M.D., NMF Doctors in Clinical Trials Research Emerging Investigator and Immediate Past President, National Medical Association 

• Chris T. Pernell, M.D., MPH, FACPM, NMF Alumna and Director, Center for Health Equity, NAACP  

• Aerial Petty, D.O., NMF Alumna and Family Medicine Health Policy Research Fellow, George Washington University 

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Connecting Community, Supporting Scholars

Research shows that curated networking experiences are essential for academic and career success, as they promote retention by fostering a sense of belonging. NMF’s recent Scholar Connection session brought together over 50 scholars and three distinguished alumni panelists: Dr. Natalie Correa, Dr. Kimberly Dao, and Dr. Christopher Ferrer. Scholars enjoyed the opportunity to engage with experts from differing specialties and educational backgrounds, gaining vital tips on how to stand out, produce impactful work, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. 

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NMF Gratitude Report 2024

This year's report provides a view into NMF’s Theory of Change—our framework for how we equip the next generation of health care leaders to thrive. By fostering confident, compassionate physicians and practitioners, we are ensuring that communities everywhere have access to excellent care. The report also features stories of alumni, scholars, donors, and board members. As always, it details program impact, philanthropic engagement, and thought leadership that reflect how, together, we are charting a course for a healthier future. 

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