Do you know a university student currently enrolled in flood risk management related courses? Please encourage them to enter ASFPM Foundation’s 10th Annual Collegiate Student Paper Competition. Finalists receive a stipend to help with travel expenses to present their papers at the 2020 ASFPM annual national conference June 7-12, 2020 in Fort Worth, Texas. Prizes of up to a $1,000. Deadline to apply has been extended to February 14, 2020.
We are also currently accepting applications for the Future Leaders Scholarship. The scholarship is open to university students enrolled in flood risk management related courses who will be entering their junior year in Fall 2020 or entering the fourth year of a 5-year, dual degree program. Deadline to apply is January 31, 2020. The award will be announced in May 2020 for the scholarship starting in Fall 2020.
THANK YOU to our generous donors who came together on #GivingTuesday to help raise $10,125 for the Future Leaders Scholarship fund, including the matching gifts from Dewberry and an anonymous donor which helped us to double what we'd raised last year.
VISION STATEMENT
The Association of State Floodplain Managers Foundation is dedicated to reducing the risk and impacts of floods on people and communities.
MISSION STATEMENT
ASFPM Foundation serves as the catalyst for the Association of State Floodplain Managers, Inc., its chapters and members to advance projects, education and policy initiatives that promote reduced flood risk and resilient communities.
ASFPM FOUNDATION ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
The ASFPM Foundation proudly supports the education of current and future flood risk management professionals.
Current college scholarship opportunities include the ASFPM Foundation Future Leaders Scholarship and the annual ASFPM Student Paper Competition. Activities, events and scholarships are made possible due to the support of ASFPM Foundation donors.
SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION
HELP US to continue to enhance the practice and science of floodplain management, to make this world a safer place for present and future generations. To ensure the continuation of forums, floodplain management research and scholarships, your donation is needed! Help support the goals of the ASFPM Foundation by
donating today.
GIVING
When you give to the ASFPM Foundation you support a variety of initiatives that reduce suffering and losses as a result of flooding, and promotes sustainable management of the nation's floodplains and watersheds. By donating, you set an example for fellow floodplain managers and do much to ensure our profession's continued national influence. Choose to make a one-time gift, or enroll in our recurring giving program to support our efforts year round. GIVE NOW.
Please send pledges and donations to:
Association of State Floodplain Managers Foundation
8301 Excelsior Drive
Madison, WI 53717
