American Hand Therapy Foundation
Funding clinical and scientific research and education to advance the practice of hand therapy and quality of patient care throughout the world.
Grants
Supporting novice or experienced researchers who are able to expand the scientific evidence, visibility, and quality of upper extremity and hand rehabilitation.
Donations
Support our mission of promoting high impact clinical and fundamental upper extremity research. Your generosity makes a difference! Support your profession through a tax‑deductible gift today.
About The American Hand Therapy Foundation
The American Hand Therapy Foundation (AHTF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that promotes education and funds research to provide evidence for the treatment and prevention of diseases and injuries of the upper extremity and hand.
AHTF is a truly unique organization dedicated exclusively to advancing the practice of hand therapy by funding research and education. Our mission is to fund clinical and scientific research and education in order to advance the practice of hand therapy and quality of patient care throughout the world.
AHTF Events
AHTF 2020 “Happy Hour with a Scholar” speaker Scott Kozin, MD.
AHTF Events
AHTF Holiday Gift Virtual Auction
November 27 – December 12, 2020
AHTF 2020 “Happy Hour with a Scholar”
October 22, 2020
AHTF Blog Posts & News Updates
2020 Happy Hour with a Scholar Recap
The 31st annual AHTF “Happy Hour with a Scholar” was a virtual event due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There was a record number of almost 1000 devices representing individuals viewing this live event.
Slack Fund to Support 2021 Burkhalter Grant
It is with great pleasure that we launch our first AHTF grant that will be enhanced by the Doris Ann Slack Upper Extremity Education & Research Innovation Fund.
2021 Grant Applications now being accepted!
AHTF offers grant funding for research projects related to rehabilitation of the upper extremity. Learn more about available research grants, the funding amounts for 2021, and how to submit a formal application.