Clarence S. Livingood, MD, Memorial Award and Lectureship Grant
Funding Amount
US $10,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Next expected
- January 15, 2027
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: January
From the program guidelines: “Nominations are accepted annually until January 15, remaining active for five years, and are open to experts beyond dermatologists, emphasizing communication and expertise in relevant issues.”
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Other requirements
- Criteria
- The lecture should present views on the broader issues of dermatology to include organizational aspects, socioeconomic issues, ethics, concepts and features specific to the specialty of dermatology, professionalism and the "art" of dermatology.
- The recipient need not be a dermatologist or a physician.
- The task force may consider, in addition to physicians, health policy experts, medical ethicists, social/medical philosophers, theologians, etc.
Overview
The Clarence S. Livingood, MD, Memorial Award and Lectureship recognizes outstanding contributions to dermatology. Established by the Department of Dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital, it honors Dr. Livingood's legacy. The award includes a $10,000 cash prize and the opportunity to present a lecture at the AAD Annual Meeting. Nominations are accepted annually until January 15, remaining active for five years, and are open to experts beyond dermatologists, emphasizing communication and expertise in relevant issues.
NOTE: Nominations submitted on or before January 15 will be included in the selection cycle for current year. Nominations submitted after January 15 will be held for the following cycle. Nominations remain active in the selection cycle for five years.
The Clarence S. Livingood, MD, Award and Lectureship was established as a segregated fund by the Department of Dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. It was endowed by Settler and Doris Giddy in memory of George H. Giddy. The Giddys were both patients and friends of Dr. Clarence S. Livingood.
Award:
The selected lecturer will receive a cash award in the amount determined by the trustees of the Livingood Lectureship and Education Fund, which is currently $10,000. The recipient will also have the honor of presenting a lecture during the Plenary session at the AAD Annual Meeting.
Eligibility
Criteria
The lecture should present views on the broader issues of dermatology to include organizational aspects, socioeconomic issues, ethics, concepts and features specific to the specialty of dermatology, professionalism and the "art" of dermatology. The recipient need not be a dermatologist or a physician. The task force may consider, in addition to physicians, health policy experts, medical ethicists, social/medical philosophers, theologians, etc.
The recipient should be a recognized expert in the area or issue to be presented.
The recipient must have excellent and proven communication skills.
What American Academy of Dermatology Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
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- 17
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- $286K
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- $5,408–$80K
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- 6% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 76% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
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