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Avg. Amount Awarded
352
Days
December 1 2026
Application Deadline
1
Awarded last year
N/A
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APTA Humanitarian Award

Description

The APTA Humanitarian Award recognizes an association member whose demonstrated leadership and outstanding humanitarian volunteerism have improved the quality of life of individuals throughout the world. This award specifically rewards individuals who embody and apply the compassionate nature of the physical therapy profession by actively expressing a commitment to humanity and exhibiting admirable degrees of selflessness in their efforts to address key health concerns. Nominees must be physical therapists or physical therapist assistants who are current members in good standing of the association. Nominees must demonstrate extraordinary humanitarian services and volunteerism; activities that exemplify the advancement of physical therapy; and sustainable activities that benefit humanity and demonstrate advocacy for promoting a greater quality of life and expansive reach. Nomination or self-nomination statements must be submitted to begin the process. The following must be submitted by the nominee: current curriculum vitae or resume of the nominee; completed online application; two support statements obtained from individuals other than the nominator that detail how the nominee meets at least two of the award criteria as described. Please visit the award's website or contact the American Physical Therapy Association for more information.

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
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