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The Larry Fitzgerald Foundation Partners with ElevateMeD
The Larry Fitzgerald Foundation Partners with ElevateMeD

What does The Larry Fitzgerald Foundation and #ElevateMeD have in common? A commitment to HEALTH EQUITY!

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Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2024 Annual Scholarship Event
Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2024 Annual Scholarship Event

The 2024 Explosion of a Dream weekend (September 20-22) featured our fourth annual Scholars Summit and signature fundraising event, Explosion of a Dream in support of the ElevateMeD Scholars Program. Guests and ElevateMeD Scholars gathered from across the country at the Camby Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona!

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Recap: Ignite Atlanta 2024 Scholarship Event
Recap: Ignite Atlanta 2024 Scholarship Event

ElevateMeD returned to Atlanta to kick off our fifth anniversary at the iconic National Center for Civil and Human Rights!

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ElevateMeD: Names Chiquita Lockley as the 2024 Trailblazer at the Ignite Atlanta Scholarship Event on April 20th, 2024
ElevateMeD: Names Chiquita Lockley as the 2024 Trailblazer at the Ignite Atlanta Scholarship Event on April 20th, 2024

ElevateMeD returns to the heart of Atlanta in celebration of its third anniversary with Ignite Atlanta, the organization's multi-city scholarship fundraising event. Ignite Atlanta will take place on Saturday, April 20th, 2024 at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Full event details and registration can be found at ignite.elevatemed.org.

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Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2023 Annual Scholarship Event
Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2023 Annual Scholarship Event

The 2023 Explosion of a Dream weekend (September 22-24) featured our third annual Scholars Summit and signature scholarship event, Explosion of a Dream. Guests and Scholars gathered from across the country at the mesmerizing Mountain Shadows Resort in Paradise Valley, Arizona!

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Recap: Ignite Atlanta 2023 Scholarship Event
Recap: Ignite Atlanta 2023 Scholarship Event

ElevateMeD’s return to Atlanta made for an enchanting evening as we celebrated our fourth anniversary at the mesmerizing Georgia Aquarium! This anniversary marked the milestone of over $1,000,000 awarded in scholarships and support to 50 medical students across the country.

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ElevateMeD Celebrates $1,000,000 Awarded in Scholarships to Increase Physician Workforce Diversity
ElevateMeD Celebrates $1,000,000 Awarded in Scholarships to Increase Physician Workforce Diversity

This year’s cohort features 15 new Scholars and 10 returning students from medical schools across the country, including the newest partner schools Ohio State University College of Medicine and Rowan University.

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ElevateMeD Nonprofit Returns to Atlanta for Ignite Atlanta Scholarship Event on May 12th
ElevateMeD Nonprofit Returns to Atlanta for Ignite Atlanta Scholarship Event on May 12th

ElevateMeD returns to the heart of Atlanta in celebration of its fourth anniversary with  Ignite Atlanta, the organization's multi-city scholarship fundraising event. Ignite Atlanta will take place on Friday, May 12, 2023 at the Georgia Aquarium. Full event details and registration can be found at ignite.elevatemed.org.

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Recap: Ignite Los Angeles 2023 Scholarship Event
Recap: Ignite Los Angeles 2023 Scholarship Event

The intimate evening took place at the home of Walton Isaacson Founder and CEO Aaron Walton, where nearly 100 guests experienced the “Art of Medicine” theme of the evening.

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Nonprofit ElevateMeD Celebrates Diversity in Medicine with Explosion of A Dream Weekend; Raises Over $300,000 Towards Scholarship Program
Nonprofit ElevateMeD Celebrates Diversity in Medicine with Explosion of A Dream Weekend; Raises Over $300,000 Towards Scholarship Program

The weekend featured its second Scholars Summit and signature fundraising event Explosion of a Dream, taking place at The Scott Resort and Spa with more than 300 attendees present, raising awareness and scholarships for the organization's Scholars Program.

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Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2022 Annual Scholarship Event
Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2022 Annual Scholarship Event

Explosion of a Dream weekend took place September 23-24, featuring our second annual Scholars Summit and signature scholarship event, Explosion of a Dream at The Scott Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. 300 guests and 23 ElevateMeD Scholars joined us from across the country!

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ElevateMeD Announces Explosion of Dream Weekend September 23- 24, 2022; featuring Scholars Summit and Signature Fundraiser
ElevateMeD Announces Explosion of Dream Weekend September 23- 24, 2022; featuring Scholars Summit and Signature Fundraiser

ElevateMeD’s annual celebratory event takes place at The Scott Resort & Spa with both virtual and in-person ticket options for attendees, available at dream.elevatemed.org through September 16, 2022.

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Recap: Ignite Atlanta 2022 Scholarship Event
Recap: Ignite Atlanta 2022 Scholarship Event

Our first Ignite Atlanta was a celebration of the future of medicine! As the first event of our multi-city fundraising efforts, this event allowed us an opportunity to connect deeply with our Atlanta network, the second-largest hub of donors and supporters and introduce ElevateMeD to new supporters who also believe in our mission.

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ElevateMeD Nonprofit Celebrates Third Anniversary with Ignite Atlanta Event on May 12th
ElevateMeD Nonprofit Celebrates Third Anniversary with Ignite Atlanta Event on May 12th

In celebration of the organization's third anniversary, ElevateMeD is proud to announce its upcoming fundraising event, Ignite Atlanta. The first event of its multi-city fundraising efforts is set to take place on Thursday, May 12, 2022. Full event details and registration can be found at ignite.elevatemed.org.

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All Medical Personnel partners with ElevateMeD
All Medical Personnel partners with ElevateMeD

With the support of their employees and CEO, a gift for $52,647.00 was presented to ElevateMeD on January 18, 2022. We are grateful to All Medical Personnel for their support of our Scholars program and look forward to highlighting their work at our events throughout the year.

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ElevateMeD Raises More Than $200K Towards the Physician Workforce Diversity at "Explosion Of A Dream" Fundraiser
ElevateMeD Raises More Than $200K Towards the Physician Workforce Diversity at "Explosion Of A Dream" Fundraiser

Founded in 2019, Scottsdale-based nonprofit, ElevateMeD, celebrated a weekend of events to support diversity in medicine. On the morning of October 2, 2021, they hosted the first Scholars Summit, sponsored by Mayo Clinic, Bristol Myers Squibb, and NovoCure, providing the current ElevateMeD Scholars an opportunity to participate in professional development workshops. The evening, beginning at 5 pm PDT, featured the organization’s Explosion of a Dream: Hybrid Fundraiser, held at the Scottsdale Hangar One- Red Room.

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Hybrid Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2021
Hybrid Recap: Explosion of a Dream 2021
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ElevateMeD to Host 3rd Annual ‘Explosion of Dream’ Fundraiser to Celebrate Diversity In Medicine and Honor its 20 Scholars Program Recipients
ElevateMeD to Host 3rd Annual ‘Explosion of Dream’ Fundraiser to Celebrate Diversity In Medicine and Honor its 20 Scholars Program Recipients

This Fall, the organization is hosting its third annual, “Explosion of a Dream” fundraising event on the evening of Saturday, October 2, 2021, at Hangar One- Red Room (15220 N 78th Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85260), beginning at 5PM PDT / 8PM EDT with both virtual and in-person ticket options. The weekend will also feature the first Scholars Summit, a series of live professional development and networking opportunities for the program’s recipients. Presale tickets and donations are now available through September 30th, 2021.

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