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Hughston Foundation is supported in no small way from the generous donations of people like you. If you believe in the mission and goals of the Foundation, and would like to donate, please fill out our online form.

Your tax-deductible donation can be directed toward programs that align with your values, please see program information below.

The Hughston Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and 100% of your contribution is tax deductable as allowed by law and a contribution letter will be sent for tax purposes.

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Where Your Contributions Go

At the Hughston Foundation, the ongoing objective is national and international leadership in orthopedic and sports medicine. The Foundation building houses a library, departments of Medical Research, Medical Writing, Medical Illustration and Photography, Continuing Education, and Medical Television.

The Foundation’s 5-member staff works with medical professionals on the Hughston campus and throughout the world to discover and share ways to improve health, fitness, and overall well-being.

Through the synergy of patient care, education, and research, the reach and influence of the Foundation continues to grow. The significant body of knowledge we have amassed is used in the training of hundreds of orthopedic residents and postdoctoral fellows, many of whom now practice and teach throughout the United States and many foreign countries. Among our graduates are orthopedic consultants to professional athletic teams and the athletic departments of major universities and high schools; many others are professors at medical schools.

The Foundation sponsors a calendar of continuing education courses for physicians and for athletic and allied healthcare personnel, such as athletic trainers, physical therapists, and coaches. These complex, technical courses blend scientific presentations, live technical demonstrations, and live surgery along with opportunities for professional exchange of ideas.

FDA-regulated clinical trials, retrospective long-term follow-up studies and other research are conducted by the Foundation’s Research Department. Industry sponsors rely on the thorough and professional work carried out by Hughston researchers, and our investigators and staff are highly sought after to participate in the latest orthopedic clinical trials.

The Foundation shares the results of this clinical research with the world by publishing hundreds of scientific papers in medical journals and chapters in medical textbooks. These documents are researched in the Foundation’s specialty library and edited by our experienced medical writer. The award-winning medical illustrator and photographer who provide illustrations for these publications are noted throughout the profession for their high-quality work.

Also in high demand are innovative medical videos produced in the television studio by the capable staff of the Medical Television department. Foundation personnel have created hundreds of presentations for orthopedics education and training used at national and international medical meetings. These presentations and scientific exhibits are placing critical, up-to-date information in the hands of people who are putting it to work now.

The Hughston Foundation has been a major factor in shaping the course of orthopedic sports medicine for the entire country. The Foundation plays a major role in furthering the collective knowledge of human performance and increasing the understanding of why and how injuries occur, how to prevent them, and how to treat those disabled by them.

Your generous contributions help us carry on this vital work.

Thank You for Your Support
We greatly appreciate any financial assistance you can offer.

Hughston Gives Back

• Manages the athletic healthcare of over 80% of participating athletes.
• Administers low cost pre-participation physical screenings for local athletes.
• Offers Saturday Morning High School Injury Clinic.
• Provides cost-savings to player/guardian by reducing medical co-pays.

Hughston’s Concussion Management Program provides baseline concussion testing for all athletes at no cost to the school or athlete.
Covers special events in the area such as GHSA Wrestling Assessments, GHSA State Championships, GACA North-South Football Game.

A trained medical professional is at every practice and game for all of the following teams:
Muscogee County School District, and we also serve Harris County High School, Lamar County High School, Lowndes County High School, Russell County High School, Saint James High School, Valdosta State University, River Dragons, and Columbus Lions.

Sideline Medical Coverage
At The Hughston Foundation, we have established safety protocols and procedures to reduce the chance of injury during practices and sporting competitions. If an injury occurs, our athletic trainers and sports medicine physicians provide immediate care. Our community has approximately 5,000 high school and middle school athletes. During the 2025-2026 school year, our athletic training program treated approximately 2,500 injuries. These documented injuries included not only bloody noses and pulled muscles, but also more severe injuries, such as concussions, fractures, asthma attacks, and wounds requiring stitches. Some athletes required follow-up with a physician and rehabilitation to recover fully. Most often, treatment was rendered on the sidelines during practice and sporting events at no cost to the athlete or his or her parents or guardian. Our athletic trainers are on hand to educate athletes and their families or guardians about caring for the injury or illness and to assist in rehabilitation.

Thank You for Your Support
We greatly appreciate any financial assistance you can offer. Help us continue to provide immediate, quality care and support when a student athlete is injured.

The Hughston Foundation is a 501(c)(3) – 100% of your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by law.