POMA is committed to creating and providing opportunities for open dialogue regarding personal well-being at all levels of the osteopathic profession. We promote osteopathic mental health and well-being through a grant program sponsored by POMA and funded by the POMA Foundation.

Resident Wellness Grants are a celebrated philanthropic activity of the POMA Foundation. Last year, more than $25,000 was awarded to fund 51 resident wellness activities across Pennsylvania.

Grant Award: $500

Status: The application window is closed until Fall 2026. 

Timeline Activities:
Grant Applications Open - October 10, 2025
Grant Proposals Due - November 13, 2025
Grant Notification - December 2025
Program/Project Time Frame - January 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026
Results/Outcome Report and Survey Responses - Not less than two (2) weeks following program completion.

Eligibility Criteria and Guidelines

• Residency program must be located in Pennsylvania.
• Applicant be a POMA member.
• POMA Membership Requirement: At least 25% of residents in the applicant residency program must be members of POMA.
• Must use the following support statement. “This program is supported by a grant provided by the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) and funded by the POMA Foundation.”
• No alcohol-related activities or high-risk activities will be approved. Examples of high-risk programs include but are not limited to Axe Throwing, Shooting Ranges, Whitewater Rafting, etc. Please inquire if you have questions about your activity.
• Support of the program director for ongoing wellness activities following the completion of the funded program. 
• The grant does not allow for overhead/facilities and administrative (F&A) costs, nor should the funds be used for overhead/F&A costs.
• Submit the reconciliation report on time. Failure to submit a complete reconciliation report disqualifies your program from eligibility in the following year.
• If you change any aspect of your program after you’re awarded a grant, modifications must be reviewed and approved by POMA before you hold the activity.
• To encourage collegiality with POMA and POMA Foundation physician leaders, POMA/POMAF representatives may attend your activity to demonstrate support for your program.
• POMA is not liable for any loss or risk associated with the activity.

Have Questions? Please email [email protected], with any questions you have about POMA’s Resident Wellness Grant program, including if certain activities would qualify.

Resident Wellness Event Summaries 2022-2025