Michael Reese Research & Education Foundation

28/07/2025

AIDS Run & Walk Chicago is only 2-months away, and we urge you to register and join our fundraising now to improve the lives of the Chicagoland HIV/AIDS community.

THIS WEEK save 20% on registration by using promo code RESTORE >>> http://bit.ly/3GOa2mu

AIDS Run & Walk Chicago is the largest HIV community gathering in the midwest, where we can show the strength of our movement. Together, we will:

RESTORE our energy – prioritizing self-care and wellness so we can sustain our activism.

RESTORE our connections – nurturing the relationships and community that fuel our collective movement.

RESTORE our hope – taking time to heal, reflect, and remember why we are fighting.

Together, we will replenish our spirits and strengthen our resolve to build a future where everyone living with HIV/AIDS will thrive.

Since its inception in 2001, more than 34,500 participants have shown up and shown out to get moving against HIV/AIDS, raising $6 million to battle the HIV us Saturday, September 27th and raise awareness and funds for AIDS Foundation Chicago and 25+ CommunityDirect partners, with pr...

16/01/2025

Exciting collaboration with I AM ABEL Foundation! MRREF is honored to fund the I Am Abel Foundation’s 8th Annual Chicago Health and Medical Careers 3 Day Citywide Student Conference, where students and professionals gather to learn, connect, and inspire. By celebrating pioneers like Dr. Leonidas Berry, we’re investing in a legacy of diverse, dedicated healthcare leaders for Chicago’s future! 🏥✨

14/01/2025

📢 Building the future of healthcare! Our multi-year grant to MOLA Medical Organization for Latino Advancement enables the growth of its professional team and the expansion of scholarships and mentor support for aspiring Latino health professionals. Together, we’re creating new pathways for success in medicine and breaking down barriers for underrepresented students.

The 2025 scholarship application is now open! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjKIwwdXefWMsaYfIevMkM99ThA-LiXo5bt-hQLzdrfQq40A/viewform

08/01/2025

🚀 Exciting news for aspiring medical professionals! We’re thrilled to announce renewed support for Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science through multi-year, 50% scholarships for four dedicated students. As a key partner in advancing healthcare education, RFU empowers future physicians from diverse backgrounds, and we’re honored to support their journey!

06/01/2025

With our 2025 grant cycle we are thrilled to support Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science with 50% scholarships for four Chicago Medical School students, fund MOLA Medical Organization for Latino Advancement's growth and scholarships for Latino health professionals, and empower I AM ABEL Foundation’s MCAT preparatory program and support I Am Abel Foundation’s 8th Annual Chicago Health and Medical Careers 3 Day Citywide Student Conference. These partnerships reflect MRREF’s dedication to inclusive, groundbreaking healthcare! 💙

17/12/2024

We are proud to support I AM ABEL Foundation in helping future healthcare leaders achieve their dreams! Our grant will fund the MCAT preparatory program, designed to help Black and Latino students overcome obstacles in medical school entrance exam readiness. Together, we’re ensuring that the next generation of medical professionals can serve their communities with passion, purpose, and excellence.

12/12/2024

🌟 Supporting Latino health professionals! The Michael Reese Research and Education Foundation is excited to continue our partnership with MOLA Medical Organization for Latino Advancement, funding scholarships and stipends for student-mentor programs. This investment not only supports students but also strengthens MOLA’s reach across Chicago, empowering Latino leaders in healthcare.

The 2025 scholarship application is now open! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjKIwwdXefWMsaYfIevMkM99ThA-LiXo5bt-hQLzdrfQq40A/viewform

10/12/2024

📢 Proud to support future physicians! The Michael Reese Research and Education Foundation is extending its partnership with Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science to fund 50% scholarships for four deserving medical students. We’re helping more students on their journey to becoming impactful healthcare leaders. Together, we’re building a brighter, more inclusive future for medicine! 🌍💙

05/12/2024

🎉 Exciting News! The Michael Reese Research and Education Foundation has announced its 2025 grantees! We’re proud to support transformative initiatives in medical education, research, and health equity. This year, we’re partnering with Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, MOLA Medical Organization for Latino Advancement, and I AM ABEL Foundation through targeted grants that foster medical education and expand opportunities for underrepresented groups in the field of health sciences. We are also proud to continue support for the UIC College of Medicine Pioneers in Research program and Legal Council for Health Justice.

Read our press release to learn more about our 2025 grantees:
👉 https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241204941070/en/Michael-Reese-Research-and-Education-Foundation-Announces-2025-Grantees

23/09/2024

Join Michael Reese Care Program on September 28, 2024, for the AIDS Run & Walk Chicago! Whether you’re running, walking, or donating, your support helps fund the Michael Reese HIV Care Program. 90% of proceeds comes back to the Care Program, providing essential care and medication for patients without health insurance. Can’t make it? You can still lend your support as a Virtual Walker from the comfort of your couch! Every step and dollar counts—let’s make a difference together!

https://give.classy.org/CareProgram

Welcome to our team page! We are a person-centered healthcare clinic providing holistic primary care services, HIV prevention and treatment, Hepatitis and sexual health care, mental health, substance and alcohol use support all under one roof!

09/09/2024

Celebrating One Year with Executive Director Jason Rothstein, MPH
We are excited to celebrate a significant milestone at the Michael Reese Research & Education Foundation – Jason Rothstein’s one-year anniversary as our Executive Director!

Jason joined us with a wealth of experience and a deep connection to Chicago. He previously served as the Executive Director of the Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics at Jewish United Fund for eight years. Before that, he was a program manager at the Mid America Center for Public Health Practice at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he also earned his Master’s degree in Public Health in 2008.

Jason’s roots run deep in our city. Born at Michael Reese Hospital and raised on the south side in the Hyde Park-Kenwood community, Jason’s journey has come full circle. Today, he and his family reside in the near western suburbs, continuing to build on his lifelong connection to Chicago.

Over the past year, Jason has brought passion, vision, and leadership to our foundation, driving our mission forward and strengthening our commitment to research and education. We are proud to have him at the helm and look forward to the continued impact he will make in the years to come.

Please join us in celebrating Jason’s first year with the Michael Reese Research & Education Foundation – and in looking ahead to many more years of success!

22/08/2024

Congratulations to Michael Reese Professor of Hematology, Dr. Damiano Rondelli, MD, for being honored with the 2024 Humanitarian Global Health Award by the Institute of Medicine of Chicago (IOMC)!

This prestigious award recognizes Dr. Rondelli’s outstanding contributions to global health and his unwavering commitment to improving patient care around the world. We are incredibly proud of his achievements and the positive impact his work continues to have on countless lives.

Thank you, Dr. Rondelli, for your dedication, compassion, and excellence in the field of hematology.