ASAM

The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) is a leading organization dedicated to improving the prevention, treatment, remission, and recovery of addiction. As a community of hope, ASAM is composed of medical professionals committed to treating addiction and saving lives. Their extensive offerings include education and certification programs for practitioners, clinical guidelines for effective treatment, and advocacy efforts aimed at shaping public policy related to addiction.

ASAM also provides a variety of resources to support addiction treatment, such as the ASAM Criteria and its unique assessment tool. They encourage charitable giving through various means, including donor advised funds, bequests, IRA charitable rollovers, matching gifts from employers, and gifts of stock. These donations fund critical initiatives like the Treat Addiction Save Lives Fund and the Ruth Fox Memorial Endowment Fund, which aim to enhance access to quality care and support research efforts. Through its dedicated programs and services, ASAM is paving the way toward a future where effective addiction treatment is accessible to all.