Luke 18:1 Foundation was created for the purpose of finding a cure for SMA.
OUR MISSION
The Luke 18:1 Foundation mission is to work together as a community to find a cure for SMA through:
- Raising Awareness
- Funding Research
- Supporting individuals and families
In support of the mission, the Luke 18:1 Foundation specifically seeks to have an impact on the various audiences with which it is engaged. Our three pillars’ activities are:
RAISING AWARENESS
- Increase awareness of SMA
- Increase awareness of Early Detection
- Connect audience to other organizations or medical professionals which provide additional services.
- Advocacy to Influence change: influence and educate legislators regarding SMA
- Effect broader public debate on SMA research and support issues
FUNDING RESEARCH
- Enable volunteers/donors to become invested in the Luke 18:1 Foundation knowing their gifts are respected and well spent
- Help community businesses, faith-based organizations, and other non-profit organizations see Luke 18:1 Foundation as a vital community asset worth of their support, further connecting them to the community in which they live
- Conduct series of events to raise money for Luke 18:1 Foundation programs
- Influence level of state and national funding for SMA research programs
SUPPORTING FAMILIES
- Connect individuals and families impacted by SMA with meaningful programs and valued mentors to aid in their journey
- Enable volunteers to be involved in support networks
- Provide benefits counseling for families to access other support and entitlement programs
- Provide financial assistance as needed
You can find more information on how we are working to Cure SMA here.