By giving to the Tennessee Pharmacists Research & Education Foundation, you are impacting your ability to practice pharmacy in Tennessee and keeping Tennessee a leader in practice innovation. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, all donations are tax deductible.
TPREF General Fund
The TPREF’s general fund is the primary tool used by the Foundation to support its initiatives. Your donations to the general fund give the Foundation flexibility to expand current initiatives and support new opportunities as they emerge.
Recognition Levels for Giving during TPREF’s Fiscal Year
Platinum: gifts of $1,500 or more
Gold: gifts between $500 to $1,499
Silver: gifts between $250 to $499
Bronze: gifts between $1 to $249
All gifts to the TPREF General Fund can be designated to a specific purpose (scholarships, leadership development, education, etc). Please contact TPA at 615-256-3023 or TPA@TNPharm.org to indicate your gift designation. If you wish to donate for a TPREF Event (Silent Auction, Golf Classic, Donor Breakfast, Gold Envelope Challenge, etc.) please contact TPA before completing your transaction.
The 1990 Society
Named for the year TPREF was established, the 1990 Society is a special group of donor leaders who are passionate about transforming the health care system through pharmacists’ patient-care services. These donors commit to a sustaining donation of $1,990 annually.
Leadership Development Endowment
Established in 2026, the TPREF Leadership Development Endowment Fund to create a sustainable funding source for TPREF’s leadership trainings and scholarship program as well as support ongoing foundation operations and program administration.
Appreciation Funds
TPREF proudly recognizes individuals whose leadership and service have made a lasting impact on pharmacy in Tennessee. These appreciation funds provide meaningful ways for donors to honor their legacy while supporting programs, facilities, and future pharmacy leaders. Current named appreciation funds and specified areas for support can be found here.
TPREF Sustaining Donors
This group of donor leaders share the Foundation’s vision of advancing pharmacy practice in Tennessee and support it through their sustained contributions, strengthening the Foundation’s education, leadership, and practice-based research initiatives. Donations of vary amounts can be made through monthly or annual credit card or ACH withdrawals.
Legacy Giving
Including the TPREF through estate planning and deferred giving is a great way to continue your legacy in the profession. Contact the TPA office, 615-256-3023 or TPA@TNPharm.org for all necessary paperwork to ensure your place in the TPREF.
Memorials
Memorial gifts are a great way to carry on the contributions and legacy of a pharmacist, technician, or someone close to the pharmacy family. These gifts are designed to remember an individual’s contributions to the profession of pharmacy.