Question 1

What is KOF?

Accepted Answer

KOF (Kansas Osteopathic Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation that funds scholarships, public education, and physician support for Kansas osteopathic medicine.

Question 2

Is KOF the same as KAOM?

Accepted Answer

No. KOF is the charitable foundation; KAOM is the professional membership association. We coordinate closely but operate independently.

Question 3

How is KOF funded?

Accepted Answer

100% by donors — no government grants, no dues, no service fees.

Question 4

Where does KOF operate?

Accepted Answer

Kansas. Every dollar serves Kansans.

Question 5

Who decides what KOF funds?

Accepted Answer

A nine-member board of practicing osteopathic physicians.

Question 6

How can I learn more about your impact?

Accepted Answer

Browse the Programs and Board pages, or contact us directly.

Question 7

Are gifts tax-deductible?

Accepted Answer

Yes — KOF is a 501(c)(3); gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Question 8

How do I donate?

Accepted Answer

Use our Donate link, which routes through KAOM's secure donation portal.

Question 9

Can I make a memorial or honor gift?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Note the honoree in the contact form or donation memo and we will acknowledge appropriately.

Question 10

Do you accept planned giving?

Accepted Answer

Yes — bequests, beneficiary designations, and other planned gifts are welcomed.

Question 11

Can my employer match my gift?

Accepted Answer

Many employers match charitable gifts; check with your HR department.

Question 12

Will my gift stay in Kansas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. KOF programs serve Kansas exclusively.

Question 13

Who is eligible?

Accepted Answer

Students enrolled in an accredited osteopathic medical college with Kansas ties and strong academic standing.

Question 14

When is the application window?

Accepted Answer

Set annually by the Board. Check the Scholarships page or contact us for current dates.

Question 15

Are scholarships need-based or merit-based?

Accepted Answer

Criteria vary by award and are set by the Board.

Question 16

How are recipients selected?

Accepted Answer

Trustees review applications against published criteria and approve awards by board vote.

Question 17

Can I designate a scholarship gift?

Accepted Answer

Yes — restricted gifts are honored as specified by the donor.

Question 18

Who governs KOF?

Accepted Answer

Nine practicing osteopathic physicians who serve as trustees.

Question 19

How often does the Board meet?

Accepted Answer

Trustees meet alongside KAOM's CME meetings throughout the year.

Question 20

Is KOF audited?

Accepted Answer

Yes — KOF follows standard 501(c)(3) financial practices and reports to donors annually.

Question 21

How are conflicts of interest handled?

Accepted Answer

Trustees follow a written conflict-of-interest policy and recuse from related decisions.

Question 22

How do I contact the Board?

Accepted Answer

Use the contact form and select the 'Board question' topic.

Plain answers to common questions.

About the Foundation

Donating

Scholarships

Governance

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