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Nonprofit

Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)

Chicago, IL
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www.mda.org

  • Mission

    Since 1950, we've spearheaded efforts to transform the lives of people with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases. We fund groundbreaking research for promising treatments and provide families with the highest quality care from the best doctors in the country.

    About Us

    The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the world’s leading nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neuromuscular diseases. It does so by funding worldwide research; by providing comprehensive health care services and support to MDA families nationwide; and, by rallying communities to fight back through advocacy, fundraising and local engagement. Visit mda.org to learn more.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Disability
    • Health & Medicine
    • Human Rights & Civil Liberties

    Location & Contact

    • 1-800-572-1717
    • 161 N Clark, Suite 3550, Chicago, Illinois, US
      Suite 3550
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