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Supporting Impact in Psychology
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Your support enables the American Psychological Foundation to invest in innovative research and applications that prioritize people and their wellbeing. Thank you for being a part of the APF Impact, and for believing in the power of psychology!
Why APF?
Why give to APF? Because science needs support too. Every cause you care about, from mental health to education, equity to community, has psychology at its root. Yet while countless organizations focus specifically on outcomes, few invest in the underlying science that makes all of it possible.
At APF, we support the science that informs and the compassion that transforms. We fund researchers, students, scholars, and innovators who are building the foundation for a future where people are healthy, happy, and living with dignity.
When you give to APF, your dollars go further because they go deeper – funding the foundational work that will multiply across every corner of the field for decades to come.
2025 Impact
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3682
Applicants
242
Recipients
143
Universities & Organizations
123
APF-Funded Presentations & Publications
1225
Direct Action Visionary Grant Letters of Intent (2025)’
605
Donors
Changing lives begins with a single act of support. At APF, every donation amplifies into direct, lasting impact.
The research we fund, the scholars we invest in, and the interventions we advance all create ripple effects that extend far beyond any donation, and far beyond ourselves. A single grant can shape clinical practice, inform policy, inspire future research, and ultimately touch thousands of lives. What may feel like a small contribution can grow into something far greater, growing the power of psychology in meaningful and measurable ways.
Trust & Credibility
At APF, we pride ourselves on transparency and maintaining the highest standards of accountability, integrity, and stewardship. We are committed to ensuring every contribution is managed responsibly and thoughtfully.
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Make a Gift Today
Donate to APF and directly support innovative research and applications that prioritize people and their wellbeing.
Donor Impact
Curious about donating to APF? Hear directly from the donors who invest in our mission, and learn why supporting this work matters to them.
Meaningful philanthropy takes a village, and it’s the collective support of our community that drives APF’s impact
“I’m inspired by APF’s commitment to supporting rigorous science, their thoughtful stewardship, and their ability to connect donors, researchers, and communities.”
Diana Slaughter Kotzin, PhD
Donor to APF
“APF is leading the way in funding a new generation of researchers. Many of APF’s recipients have gone on to obtain larger grants, addressing some of society’s most pressing needs.”
Linda Richardson, PhD
Donor to APF
“Being a part of something that helps others’ ideas take form and result in discoveries is inspiring!”
Jana N. Martin, PhD
Donor to APF
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