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Stay in the loop with all things impact in psychology! 🌟 Make sure to follow APF across your favorite platforms and never miss an update on groundbreaking research, upcoming funding opportunities, and more!
December 9, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Join us in congratulating Dr. Mary Payne on receiving a LIWP Signature Scholarship! 🌟 Dr. Payne shared that this program helped her gain deeper clarity, confidence, and purpose in how she shows up in her work and in her community, and we're so honored to support her in her professional journey. 👏
December 8, 2025 at 9:06 PM
As federal funding cuts deepen the mental health crisis, APF is proud to step up & help fill in the gaps. In a new feature with @medscape.com, our CEO Dr. Quist Ryder shares how APF is working to keep critical psychological research moving forward through Direct Action & our Crisis Funding Grants.🔬
December 5, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Nominations are open for the APF Gold Medal Award for Impact in Psychology! This prestigious award honors a psychologist or group of psychologists whose work is impactful, innovative, and transformational.🏅ampsychfdn.org/fundi...
December 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
APF honors International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and we’re committed to funding research and initiatives that break down barriers, reduce stigma, and expand access to inclusive, accessible mental health care. 💫
December 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Happy #GivingTuesday! Today is all about giving back, and we’d be honored if you support APF. Your gift directly funds groundbreaking research and programs that transform lives. Thank you for helping us advance the science of helping others this holiday season!💙 ampsychfdn.org/donat...
December 2, 2025 at 6:09 PM
We're thrilled to support Michelle Chang, one of our 2025 COGDOP Graduate Student Scholarship recipients!👏 Michelle’s research explores how loss impacts aging for older adults of color in LA. Her work aims to uncover ways to support communities after bereavement and promote healthier aging. 🌟
December 1, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Happy #WhyIReviewWednesday! This week, we're extending a huge thank you to Dr. NaYeon Yang. By volunteering her time and expertise, Dr. Yang helps APF support innovative research that drives psychological science forward. Learn more about our reviewers on the APF website! 🌟 ampsychfdn.org/revie...
November 26, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The deadline is approaching for the Roy Scrivner Memorial Research Grant! 🌈 This program encourages the study of LGBTQIA+ family psychology and therapy by supporting graduate investigators conducting research in this general area. Apply by 11/26!📆 ampsychfdn.org/fundi...
November 25, 2025 at 11:41 PM
We're accepting applications for the Elizabeth Munsterberg Koppitz Child Psychology Graduate Student Fellowship! ⭐ The Elizabeth Munsterberg Koppitz Fellowship program supports graduate research projects and scholarships in child psychology. Apply by 11/26!⏰ ampsychfdn.org/fundi...
November 24, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Congrats to Lee Robertson on receiving The Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship!✨ Lee’s critical work explires how state policies affect the mental health of transgender & gender-diverse people of color. We’re honored to support this research & excited to see the difference it makes!👏
November 21, 2025 at 12:57 PM
On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, APF honors the strength, resilience, and contributions of transgender and gender-diverse people, both in psychology and in our communities. Learn more about APF’s programs and initiatives supporting LGBTQIA+ affirming research here:
November 20, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Attending ABCT Convention? Join APF's Program Officer, Dr. Rebecca Pasillas, on 11/21 at 11:45 AM for a panel on Diversifying Research Funding! This panel includes reps from several organizations, who will share info about funding priorities and funding diversity, equity, and inclusion research.
November 19, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Nominations are open for the APF Gold Medal Award for Impact in Psychology! This prestigious award honors a psychologist or group of psychologists whose work is impactful, innovative, and transformational.🏅ampsychfdn.org/fundi...
November 18, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Stay in the loop with all things impact in psychology! 🌟 Make sure to follow APF across your favorite platforms and never miss an update on groundbreaking research, upcoming funding opportunities, and more!
November 17, 2025 at 3:47 PM
It's #PhilanthropyDay!🌟 As you reflect on ways to give back, we hope you'll keep APF in mind. We rely on partners like you to leverage the combined power of psychology and philanthropy to create a world where people are happy, healthy, and living with dignity. 💙 ampsychfdn.org/donat...
November 15, 2025 at 10:59 PM
When psychology & philanthropy combine, their ability to change lives is limitless. APF’s first Direct Action Visionary Grant recipient, Dr. Kiara Álvarez, is bringing mental health interventions to Latine families facing immigration stress. With APF’s support, she’s improved the lives of many. 🧡
November 14, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Congrats to Dr. Melissa Koenig on receiving the Joseph B. Gittler Award!💫 Dr. Koenig's transformative work focuses on trust, bias & other forms of social learning in infants, children, & adults. We're thrilled to recognize her incredible impact & breadth of scholarly contributions to the field!🎉
November 13, 2025 at 5:07 AM
It's #WhyIReviewWednesday! At APF, supporting innovative psychological research wouldn't be possible without the help of our reviewers. Thank you to Dr. Eboni Winford, who generously volunteers her time & expertise to help APF prioritize increased access for minoritized & marginalized communities.
November 12, 2025 at 9:22 AM
The deadline is approaching for the Roy Scrivner Memorial Research Grant! 🌈 This program encourages the study of LGBTQIA+ family psychology and therapy by supporting graduate investigators conducting research in this general area. Apply by 11/26!📆 ampsychfdn.org/fundi...
November 11, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Thanks to those who joined our funding-focused webinar with APF's Program Team and the APA Committee on Early Career Psychologists (CECP)! 💸 Missed it or want to revisit the info? The full recording is now available on APF’s website! ampsychfdn.org/apf-c...
November 10, 2025 at 1:24 PM
It's #FundingFriday at APF!💸 We have a handful of funding opportunities with approaching deadlines. Don’t miss out on applying for support for your psychological research! Visit the full list of available programs and deadlines on our website. ampsychfdn.org/funding/
November 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Psychology and philanthropy each make the world better on their own. When combined, their potential becomes limitless. 🌟 At APF, this synergy fuels everything we do. Through philanthropy, our collective efforts build a future where psychological science gives everyone the opportunity to thrive. 💙
November 6, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Our final Fireside Chat of the year is this Thursday! We'll be joined by 2025 Gold Medalists Drs. Sheree Toth & Jennie Noll of Mount Hope Family Center! 🎖️ Their work has transformed understanding of early adversity, developmental psychopathology, and child sexual abuse prevention.
November 4, 2025 at 12:20 PM
We're celebrating #TrusteesWeek! 🌟 We’re beyond grateful for our amazing APF Board of Trustees, whose passion for psychology & philanthropy drives the work we do. Their expertise and vision help APF grow, make an impact, and support psychologists, researchers, and communities everywhere. (1/2)
November 3, 2025 at 10:07 PM