OMS Foundation Alliance events

See You in Seattle!

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Washington, D.C., for another memorable year of Alliance events filled with friendship, inspiration and purpose. We’re already looking ahead with excitement to the 2026 AAOMS Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington!

Stay tuned for details on the Alliance’s 2026 events and activities—we can’t wait to make more wonderful memories together.

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Recap of the 2025 Alliance events

What an incredible year it’s been for the Alliance! From meaningful connections to moments of laughter and service, our 2025 events truly embodied the spirit of friendship and giving that define our community.

Our Daily Health Walk participants enjoyed exploring the heart of Washington, D.C., while catching up with old friends and welcoming new ones to the Alliance family. After each walk, we gathered for breakfast and great conversation—strengthening the bonds that make our time together so special.

A heartfelt thank-you to all of our Alliance sponsors for your generous support and continued partnership. Your contributions make these experiences possible and help us carry out our mission with purpose and heart.

As always, proceeds from Alliance events benefit the Global Initiative for Volunteerism and Education (GIVE)—providing reimbursements of up to $2,500 in travel expenses for residents serving with international humanitarian healthcare teams.

Here’s to another wonderful year of connection, service, and celebration within our AAOMS community. THANK YOU for being an essential part of the Alliance story!

Mrs. Kos Lugakingira, 2024-25 Alliance Committee Chair

Luncheon and FUNraiser for GIVE

The OMS Foundation Luncheon and FUNraiser will take place on Thursday, September 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse in Washington, D.C.

Guests will enjoy a welcome cocktail and a gourmet dining experience in a refined setting. The event will feature inspiring presentations by GIVE speaker Dr. Lauren Lill and Michael Kauffman, author of American Brutus: John Wilkes Booth and the Lincoln Conspiracies.

Be a part of a community dedicated to welcoming spouses, families and friends, through meaningful interactions!

Health Walk for GIVE Celebrating 30 Years

Start your day with purpose and join us for the 30th anniversary of the Health Walk! This special milestone year brings energy to a tradition that combines wellness, networking and giving back.

The Health Walk takes place from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., September 17–19. Each morning, enjoy a new walking route that showcases a different part of the city—perfect for sightseeing, snapping photos and enjoying the local atmosphere. Along the way, connect with colleagues and meet the Norman L. Kelly Scholarship recipients.

On Wednesday and Friday, follow your walk with a Networking Breakfast from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Route Sightseeing Stops:

  1. Sculpture Garden at the National Gallery of Art
  2. Kathrine Dulin Folger Rose Garden
  3. Washington Monument

Thursday Route Sightseeing Stops:

  1. Ford’s Theatre
  2. The White House
  3. Franklin Park

Friday Route Sightseeing Stops:

  1. Friendship Archway
  2. US Navy Memorial Plaza
  3. Union Square Park

Every walk begins and concludes at the Marriott Marquis hotel, giving you the perfect opportunity to keep the conversation going and fuel up for the day ahead.

 

Alliance events are proudly sponsored by Canfield, Inc., Sullivan Dental, PMT The Jaw Bra and KLS Martin.