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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Fund For Innovation in Healthcare Leadership?
2. Why is it important for ACHE to launch an initiative to develop innovation in healthcare leadership?
3. How exactly will ACHE’s Fund for Innovation in Healthcare Leadership make a difference?
4. What does the Fund do to help stimulate innovation and foster future leadership?
5. Why should I support the Fund?
6. What is ACHE's 75th Anniversary Major Gifts Initiative?
7. Are contributions to the Fund tax deductible?
8. How can I make a contribution to the Fund? Where can I learn more?

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1. What is the Fund For Innovation in Healthcare Leadership?
The Fund for Innovation in Healthcare Leadership is an initiative of the Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives. This philanthropic program is dedicated to improving the delivery of healthcare services by stimulating the adoption of innovation. Areas of focus include:

• Developing Future Healthcare Leaders
• Instilling Ethics in Healthcare Management
• Inspiring Healthcare Management Innovations

2. Why is it important for ACHE to launch an initiative to develop innovation in healthcare leadership?
ACHE is a leader in the field of healthcare management. Our membership services, education programs, certification program, publications and professional development services are viewed as the best resources in the field. ACHE has a responsibility to expand our exploration of best practices, stimulate innovation and support future leadership in healthcare management.

3. How exactly will ACHE’s Fund for Innovation in Healthcare Leadership make a difference?
We know from research and comments from our membership that there is a strong sense of commitment to support the future of our profession. Funding innovative practices will impact the field and help prepare us to meet both the anticipated and unforeseen challenges that lie ahead.

4. What does the Fund do to help stimulate innovation and foster future leadership?
In the fall of 2007 we launched our first program giving ACHE affiliates the opportunity to learn from leaders and experts from other fields about emerging best practices in supply chain management. In 2008 the Fund will sponsor our second program, which will focus on the environmental sustainability movement and the expectations and opportunities for healthcare delivery. In addition, we are hosting an education program focused on the ethical considerations of healthcare leadership. The Fund is providing scholarship support for emerging leaders to attend ACHE’s multi-session Executive programs. Other program initiatives are being planned for the future.

5. Why should I support the Fund?
Contributing to the Fund gives you the opportunity to champion innovation in healthcare delivery. It is an opportunity to invest in the future of our profession and ensure that the field is rich with inventive leaders who have the tools and knowledge required to provide the best in healthcare delivery.

6. What is ACHE's 75th Anniversary Major Gifts Initiative?
The American College of Healthcare Executives is celebrating its 75th anniversary. To commemorate this special event, we are asking individuals and organizations to reflect on the important role ACHE has played in their careers and in the professional success of others within their organizations. Leadership gifts for this special initiative are at the level of $25,000 or more. Together we will truly make the 75th anniversary of the American College of Healthcare Executives a landmark event.

7. Are contributions to the Fund tax deductible?
The Fund for Innovation in Healthcare Leadership, a philanthropic initiative of the Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives, is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donations are deductible for federal income tax purposes as provided under the Internal Revenue Code.

8. How can I make a contribution to the Fund? Where can I learn more?
Your donation may be submitted either online or by mail (PDF). If you would like to discuss a multi-year pledge or have additional questions, please contact Laura Wilkinson, assistant director, Development, at (312) 424-9305.