Millennium Society

"As physicians, we all are givers. We’re constantly giving and we’re used to giving to organizations other than the Academy and its Foundation. But, the Academy has given all of us so much and helped us in so many ways. I think we can give back to help fund programs today that help to secure our future. This is why I hope you will consider a gift of $1,000 or more in support of the vital programs administered by the Academy and Foundation." -- Ron Kuppersmith, MD, MBA; President-Elect 2008/09

Join the Millennium Society today!

The Millennium Society, established by the Board of Directors, is a group of Academy members who believe in the Foundation's mission and generously provide financial support to help us achieve the Foundation's initiatives. Membership in the Society is achieved by either making an annual gift of at least $1,000, or cumulative gifts throughout the year that equal $1,000 (or, $250 for residents and young physicians). The program year runs January 1 through December 31. 

View this year's Millennium Society Members

Ideas for Giving

As with all charitable gifts to the Foundation, your contribution will advance the art, science, and ethical practice of otolaryngology--head and neck surgery. Contributions may be directed to specific programs such as research, education, resident resources, international, and humanitarian outreach, or you can request the Board of Directors to use your donation to fund the area of greatest need.

• A $100,000 gift to establish a named fund in your honor (or in the honor of your mentor or family member) that will provide long-term funding for the Foundation's programs.
• A gift of $50,000 to endow an International Visiting Scholars Grant.
• A gift of $30,000 to endow an International Travel Grant.
• A gift of $25,000 to ensure your Life Membership in the society and to provide much needed funding to continue our work in research.
• A gift of $10,000 to provide 10 Humanitarian Travel Grants.
• A gift of $12,000 to provide for one Centralized Otolaryngology Research Efforts Grant (suggest two-year commitment for naming).
• A gift of $1,000 designated to the program of your choice.   
• Multi-year pledges are welcomed for gifts over $1,000.

Millennium Society Recognition     

• Your name will be displayed on the Donor Wall of Honor or the Convention Center Network during the Annual Meeting.
• You'll have access to a special concierge lounge at the meeting.
• You'll have access to Annual Meeting registration and housing reservations earlier than non-Millennium Society members.
• Certain gift levels carry program or headquarters naming opportunities.
• You'll be invited to sit in the VIP seating section at the Annual Meeting Opening Ceremony.
• You'll be recognized through special acknowledgements in the Bulletin, on the Academy website, and other publications.

Membership Categories

• Life Member - A Life Member is one who makes a contribution of $25,000. Naming opportunities available for this level. Life Membership will increase to $50,000 in 2010. Join in 2009 to take advantage of the current Life Membership one-time contribution amount before the increase!  
• Patron - Membership as a Patron of the Millennium Society is based on a $10,000 annual contribution. Naming opportunities available for this level.
• Sustaining Member - A Sustaining Member is one who makes an annual contribution of $5,000. Naming opportunities available for this level of generosity.
• Member - Member status in the Millennium Society is attained with an annual contribution of $1,000.
• Young Physician Member - The category of Young Physician Member is open to physicians still in training and up to five years out. An annual contribution of $250 is required.

Making a generous donation of $1,000 or more enrolls you in the Millennium Society.