The ASFPM Foundation continues to change lives and mentor leaders who will strengthen our profession and help guide the future of flood risk management. During the Foundation-sponsored luncheon on May 9 at the ASFPM Annual National Conference in Raleigh, NC, Molly O’Toole, Chair of the Scholarship Committee, announced Kacie Malone as the Foundation’s 2023-2025 Future Leaders Scholar. Kacie, who calls Wisconsin home, is attending the University of Minnesota where she is working towards her Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Geoscience, which she will receive in 2025.

With her acceptance, Kacie shared that she is "honored and grateful to receive this scholarship…The financial assistance that this scholarship provides will… allow me to focus more on my studies, gain valuable knowledge, and contribute to my

We look forward to watching Kacie advance her academic career and establish herself as an up and coming leader in the flood risk management community once she graduates in 2025.

ASFPM Foundation hosts a number of activities and events for the purpose of considering current flood policy and future flood risk issues at the national and state level. These events include the Gilbert F. White Flood Policy Forums, Larry A. Larson Speaker Series and State Symposia. The ASFPM Foundation supports our partners at ASFPM through project funding. A number of reports and publications are available here, and also visit the ASFPM Flood Science Center. Other foundation accomplishments include the development of the national Certified Floodplain Manager program, and the No Adverse Impact initiative.

The ASFPM Foundation proudly supports the education of current and future flood risk management professionals. Current college scholarship opportunities include the ASFPM Foundation Future Leaders Scholarship and the annual ASFPM Student Paper Competition. Activities, events and scholarships are made possible due to the support of ASFPM Foundation donors.

HELP US to continue to enhance the practice and science of floodplain management, to make this world a safer place for present and future generations. To ensure the continuation of forums, floodplain management research and scholarships, your donation is needed! Help support the goals of the ASFPM Foundation by donating today.