Lupus Foundation of America

The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) is the oldest and largest national nonprofit voluntary health organization focused on improving the quality of life for people with lupus. Our unique dual mission serves the ongoing needs of people affected by lupus today while leading efforts to find a cure – from care to cure!

Through our programs of research, education, and advocacy, the LFA is leading efforts to bring national attention and resources to bear upon lupus in order to:

• shine a light on this medically underserved disease.
• accelerate the pace of medical research on lupus.
• build support for the needs of those affected by lupus.
• elevate lupus to a place of prominence on the nation’s health care agenda.

Advancing the Science and Medicine of Lupus

Only through a comprehensive, targeted medical research effort will we be able to find the cure for this complex and unpredictable disease.  Accelerating medical research on lupus and engaging all relevant public and private sources of support in this effort are our highest priorities.  Our National Research Program: Bringing Down the Barriers™, advances lupus research in three significant ways:

• Directly funding researchers at leading medical institutions nationwide to address gaps in understanding the causes and consequences of lupus.
• Leading special research initiatives to tackle the field’s most critical issues.
• Advocating for expanded investment in research from public and private sources on a state and federal level.

Raising Awareness and Advocating for People with Lupus

The LFA is aggressively conducting outreach efforts to increase public understanding of lupus and build support for people affected by the disease through:

• national and international awareness campaigns
• proactive media outreach
• innovative online content and social networking.

From statehouses to Capitol Hill, advocates across the nation help the LFA elevate lupus on the nation’s health care agenda in order to:

• educate policy makers on the needs of people with lupus.
• secure additional funds for research, education, and support services.

Supporting People with Lupus and Their Health Care Providers

As the authoritative voice for lupus, we collaborate with international lupus experts to translate the latest research findings into medically sound education materials, programs, and tools for people with lupus and health care providers.  Additionally, we:

• Offer Support Groups for those who need special help and provide referrals to those who need community services.
• Provide Access to Medical Experts through various online and local programs and events.
• Connect People with Lupus Around the World through social networks.
• Conduct Continuing Medical Education (CME) Programs for health professionals.

Donor Support

The Lupus Foundation of America is a charitable organization with tax-exempt status granted under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our Federal ID# is 43-1131436. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

Source: www.lupus.org