Inspire Hope | Encourage Action | Share Your Story
Through the Hope + Action campaign, the Rheumatology Research Foundation aims to spread stories of success and inspire hope among the millions of patients living with rheumatic diseases, as well as encourage action among those in the medical community to deepen their involvement with our organization.
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Americans living with rheumatic disease
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in funding for rheumatology training and rheumatic disease research since 1985
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distributed since 1985
Cheers to 35 Years
This year, we celebrate 35 years of improving the health of patients living with rheumatic disease! Since our founding in 1985, we’ve been on a mission to support the best science and innovations that are advancing the field of rheumatology – and we’re just getting started.
Share Your Story
Join our efforts to inspire hope and encourage action by sharing your story of living with or managing a rheumatic disease! We will use your submissions to spread stories of hope and help others take action towards improving their quality of life with rheumatic disease.
“It was really overwhelming, but at the same time, it was the first time in 10 years I felt like this is something that we can address.”
“This is the most active I’ve ever been since I was diagnosed. I’m walking outside every day, I’ve been playing tennis weekly…I feel grateful that I’m well enough to do it.“
“We’d love to think that the cure is around the corner, and we can help.”
Advancing Treatment | Improving Care | Impacting Lives
As the largest private funding source of rheumatology research in the United States, the Rheumatology Research Foundation supports cutting-edge research, training for clinicians and improved diagnoses and treatment for patients.