Foundation Info
Western Trauma Foundation
The Western Trauma Foundation is committed to improving trauma through research, education, sharing of clinical experiences, and the professional development of physicians of all specialties who are involved in the care of trauma patients. The Foundation exists to advance trauma knowledge and patient care and to educate and advance the most talented professionals in the field of trauma.
History
In 2002, the Western Trauma Association established the Western Trauma Foundation for Education and Research. This not-for-profit organization began with administering funds for the Earl G. Young Resident Research Prize and has grown to underwrite other named educational and research activities that support the mission.
The Western Trauma Foundation solicits and accepts contributions from individuals, corporations, and other organizations with our shared mission.
Donors to the Annual Fund are recognized in the following categories, based on life-long cumulative contributions:
| Contribution Amount | Lifelong Contribution Level |
|---|---|
| $25,000 and up | Summit |
| $10,000 - $24,999 | Extreme |
| $5,000 - $9,999 | Couloir Society |
| $2,500 - 4,999 | Double Black Diamond Club |
| $1,000 - $2,499 | Black Diamond Circle |
| $500 - $999 | Blue Trail Associate |
| Up to $499 | Green Trail Associate |
For information on tax-deductible donations to the Western Trauma Foundation, visit the:
Officers and Membership
| David Livingston, MD | President |
| TBD | Vice-President |
| Susan Rowell, MD, MBA | Treasurer |
| Laura Moore, MD | Secretary |
| Thomas Scalea, MD | Board Member |
| Rosemary Kozar, MD, PhD | Board Member |
| Enrique Ginzburg, MD | Board Member |
| Brent King, MD | Board Member |