WVSOM Foundation to Host Annual Day of Giving

The fundraising event aims to support the next generation of medical professionals and sustain the school's growth.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) Foundation will host its second annual Day of Giving on March 4, 2026. The 24-hour fundraising event calls on alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and partners of WVSOM to make financial contributions to support the school's institutional priorities and ensure a successful future for its students.

Why it matters

WVSOM is the leading provider of physicians for West Virginia, producing the highest number of doctors who practice in the state, especially in rural areas. The Day of Giving helps sustain the school's mission of advancing osteopathic medical education and ensuring quality healthcare for communities across the state and nationwide.

The details

During the Day of Giving, donors can support WVSOM through unrestricted funds or by choosing to contribute to specific scholarships, student organizations, or initiatives like the Student Emergency Fund. Last year's inaugural event raised $22,550 to help drive the school's continued growth.

  • The second annual WVSOM Foundation Day of Giving will be held on March 4, 2026.
  • The inaugural Day of Giving was held in 2025.

The players

WVSOM Foundation

A charitable organization that supports the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, advancing a culture of philanthropic giving to help the school, its students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Shelden Mullens

The WVSOM Foundation's development officer, who said the Day of Giving is an opportunity for the school's supporters to invest in the next generation of medical professionals and ensure quality healthcare for communities.

Troy Holsworth

A student in WVSOM's Class of 2028 who has received scholarship funds, allowing him to fully engage in learning, leadership, and service opportunities.

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What they’re saying

“The Day of Giving is momentous in driving the mission of WVSOM forward because it centers on supporting our students and the future needs of the school. It's a great opportunity for those interested in giving back to an institution that has given so much to the region it serves, and it provides an opportunity for our alumni and the campus community to contribute on an annual basis.”

— Shelden Mullens, WVSOM Foundation Development Officer (therealwv.com)

“These funds have made it possible for me to pursue academic and professional experiences such as conferences, electives and community initiatives that might have been difficult or inaccessible without this support. Knowing that donors believe in my journey has been deeply motivating. Experiencing this generosity firsthand has also shaped how I view giving back, making me more likely to support future students through donations of my own.”

— Troy Holsworth, WVSOM Class of 2028 Student (therealwv.com)

What’s next

Donations can be made online, by phone, or by mail to the WVSOM Foundation before the Day of Giving on March 4, 2026.

The takeaway

The WVSOM Foundation's Day of Giving is an important annual event that helps sustain the school's mission of advancing osteopathic medical education and ensuring quality healthcare for communities across West Virginia and beyond, particularly in rural areas where WVSOM graduates practice in high numbers.