On April 22, 2026, the University of Florida Medical Guild of Gainesville, Inc. established a new endowed award at the University of Florida College of Medicine in memory of Emily Sabah‑Maren.
This award honors former Guild member Emily Sabah‑Maren’s long‑standing generosity and commitment to improving health care access for underserved communities.
About the Gift
With this gift. the University of Florida Medical Guild strengthes its commitment to student-led clinical care with a $50,000 endowed gift establishing the UF Medical Guild Emily Sabah‑Maren Award for the Equal Access Clinic Network. This new endowment builds upon—and augments—the Guild’s existing annual support of $8,000 provided through its original endowment.
Estimated income generated from this endowment is $2,000 annually in perptuity and will provide ongoing support for the Equal Access Clinic Network (EACN) within the UF College of Medicine. The fund offers flexible support to help the program meet patient and community needs.
Supporting the Equal Access Clinic Network
The Equal Access Clinic Network provides health care services to patients who may otherwise lack access to medical care.
Support from this endowment will help sustain the network’s mission to:
- Expand access to high‑quality medical care
- Support educational experiences for future health professionals
- Strengthen community‑based health services
Because the fund is endowed, its impact will continue year after year.
Remembering Emily Sabah‑Maren
This award is named in loving memory of Emily Sabah‑Maren in recognition of her extraordinary financial support of the Medical Guild over many years.
Her legacy reflects a deep belief in compassion, service, and community health. Through this endowment, her values will continue to support patients, students, and providers far into the future.
A Commitment That Endures
The UF Medical Guild Emily Sabah‑Maren Award represents a lasting partnership between the Medical Guild and the UF College of Medicine. Together, they honor a remarkable legacy while strengthening access to care for the communities that need it most.