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President’s Message: Announcing the Foundation’s Updated Strategic Plan

The Foundation Board of Director’s work in 2020 has centered on the strategic planning process, and we are happy to announce our new Mission, Vision and Core Purpose. Our Mission: As the philanthropic arm of CPNP, our mission is to advance the psychiatric pharmacy profession by supporting research, scholarship, and practitioner development.  Read more.


Adjusting During A Pandemic, and the Need for Post-COVID Care: An Interview with Dr. Joan B. (Joni) Fowler, PharmD, BCPP

Dr. Joan B. (Joni) Fowler, PharmD, BCPP, has been a tremendous supporter of the CPNP Foundation since its inception in 2011, when she joined as a Founding Circle member. Dr. Fowler is President and Owner of Creative Educational Concepts, Inc., and like so many others, she and her business have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more.


Support the CPNP Foundation’s Year-end Fundraising Campaign

The CPNP Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to kick off the 2020 year end campaign! Although the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted many people personally and financially, the Foundation's continued support to research, scholarship, and practitioner development is more important than ever to the future of psychiatric pharmacy. We hope you will consider joining us in this effort to continue the great work of the CPNP Foundation as your personal situation allows. Read more.


Research and Project Grants Available for Students, Residents, and Fellows

The CPNP Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2020 Defining the Future Research Grant cycle! This annual grant program is designated specifically for students, residents, and fellows interested in psychiatric and neurologic pharmacy. Grant applications must be submitted through the online application portal by 11:59 p.m. Central Time, August 31, 2020. Read more.


Social Distance with AmazonSmile and Support the CPNP Foundation

This year has been unexpected. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted lives, education, and jobs, and we don’t know what the future holds. Money may be tight, and we are so thankful that there is a simple and automatic way for you to support your CPNP Foundation every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the same shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to CPNP Foundation as your favorite charitable organization. This is free money, and every little bit counts! Read more.


Legacy Gifts Define Your Life and Display Your Values

The CPNP Foundation’s bequest program offers a chance to start building your legacy now, whether you’re 25, 95, or anywhere in between. By committing to a Legacy Gift, your values are on full display. Although the CPNP Foundation does not receive any money upfront, this action tells your friends, family, and your colleagues that the future of psychiatric pharmacy is important and that you are committed to the profession and to the improvement of patient care. Death is unpredictable, and people are going to remember you for the legacy you built during your life. Read more.