But it works better when we work together. For over 70 years, APF has funded high-quality psychological research and interventions that directly reach people & communities in need of support. With your partnership, we can expand this work, improving access to effective, evidence-based approaches that strengthen communities and improve lives.
We can’t do this work alone, and we know many organizations share our goals. By working together, we can amplify our collective efforts and help more people thrive.
Our Mission
We leverage the power of philanthropy to advance psychological knowledge by investing in innovative research and applications that prioritize people and their wellbeing.
Our Vision
A world where people are healthy, happy, and living with dignity.
APF is uniquely positioned to bridge psychological science and real-world application. We translate research into action and partner with organizations committed to meaningful, measurable impact.
We’re able to connect the highest quality of psychological research to the settings where it can make a difference, from workplaces to care systems and everything in between. Our goal is to ensure that the research we know helps people thrive becomes implemented in everyday life.
Many organizations are facing complex and interconnected challenges: limited implementation capacity, advocacy constraints, programs without sufficient validation, burnout, and gaps in access or awareness. Together, we can address these gaps, strengthen what works, and respond to critical issues in real time.
Pathways to Partnership
There are a number of ways your organization can partner with APF – whether through financial support, collaboration, or shared implementation.
See the impact our partners have every day through the innovative projects and initiatives we fund – together.
My team and I are deeply grateful for your investment in intervention innovations that have a direct and immediate impact on community needs. We hope that our project, and others funded under this initiative, can contribute to making evidence-based interventions available to the communities that need them the most.u0022
I feel so grateful and honored to have been selected for this grant, and I appreciate the donors for making this possible. This funding will improve our understanding of mental health therapy that has been adapted for adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and how to increase the accessibility and impact of that therapy in the community. This research project would not be possible without your contributions to this fund!u0022
This grant makes it possible for me to investigate the neural foundations of emotion regulation in LGBTQ+ families, work that is often overlooked or deprioritized. It allows me to center inclusivity and diversity in my study population, ensuring that queer individuals from all backgrounds are represented. Most importantly, this support means I can focus on conducting meaningful research that advances both science and advocacy.u0022
This funding allows me to take the next step in turning research into action, ensuring that psychological science informs policies that support the most vulnerable children and families. It provides an invaluable opportunity to apply my expertise in child development and mental health to real-world challenges, shaping policies that expand access to care and reduce disparities.u0022
This award will allow me to advance culturally sensitive and spiritually integrated psychotherapy through my research, writing, and most importantly, supervisory work. Thank you for the opportunity and the honor, encouragement, and motivation to continue serving those in need.u0022
Fahad Khan, PsyD
2025 Division 29 Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy Early Career Award
This funding has significantly supported the advancement of my research, which explores the vital role of understanding human information behavior in enhancing population health. The grant has also provided opportunities for collaboration with fellow researchers and access to valuable insights that continue to inform and strengthen the depth and impact of my work.u0022
Aderonke Oluwaseun Komolafe, PhD
2025 Henry P. David Grant for International Travel in Human Reproductive Behavior and Population Studies
