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Who can submit? 

All active AASLD members are eligible to submit proposals through the portal. Do you need to renew your membership to access this exclusive member benefit? 

How will project submissions be evaluated? 

First, AASLD staff will conduct an initial eligibility review to include such criteria as current membership. From there, committees or SIGs will be asked to provide input and endorsements for proposals. Approved proposals will be evaluated by a selection committee comprised of AASLD Board and Foundation Board members.  

Submissions will be reviewed based on: 

  • Strategic Alignment: Demonstrates fit with AASLD’s strategic pillars. 
  • Mission Resonance: Showcases relevance to AASLD’s core goals and values.  
  • Resource Assessment: Details feasibility, cost, and required support.  
  • Committee/SIG Endorsement: Includes necessary support from relevant AASLD stakeholders.  

 

How do I get a project endorsement?  

Once you submit your proposal, you will receive a confirmation notice. Your proposal will be sent to the appropriate committee or SIG for review and endorsement. Upon completion of this review phase, the Chair of the relevant Committee or SIG will complete the endorsement form which will be part of the overall proposal package. This package will then be shared with the selection committee for evaluation.  

Endorsements will be based on merit, feasibility, and strategic alignment. Members may be asked to present or answer questions to support their proposals. For more information about project endorsements, contact your AASLD Committee or SIG Staff Liaison.    

For more information about our committees and SIGs, please email governance@aasld.org.  

 

What can Project Innovation Award grant funds be used for? 

Funds from the Project Innovation Awards can support: 

  • Project-related expenses, such as technology, software, printing, or hosting. 
  • External consultants or vendors (if needed for project delivery). 
  • Travel or honoraria for speakers or collaborators. 
  • Materials for education, outreach, or dissemination. 

 

What level of funding support can I request through the Project Innovation Awards? 

Members may request any amount up to $36,000 in award funding to support eligible project costs. Funding requests should be proportionate to the project’s scope, impact, and alignment with AASLD’s strategic priorities. 

When requesting funding, be sure to include: 

  • A clear budget with projected expenses. 
  • A justification for how the funds will be used. 
  • An explanation of how the funding will advance the project's goals. 
  • Note: Proposals may be partially or fully funded depending on volume and donor selection. 

 

What is the estimated timeline for the Project Innovation Awards?  

  • July–September 2025: Submission window open.  
  • October 2025: Finalists selected by Governing Board; Donor selects awardees.  
  • November 2025: Awardees notified and recognized at The Liver Meeting.  

 

*Note: Timeline may shift depending on submission volume and donor approval.