The support of ONE, an impact for MANY
The Impact
Epilepsy affects more Americans than multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and Parkinson’s disease COMBINED.
- An estimated 2.2 million Americans have epilepsy and 150,000 new cases are diagnosed in the U.S. every year.
- In Minnesota and North Dakota, 60,000 people have epilepsy.
- Every 4 minutes someone is diagnosed with epilepsy.
The Reality
Each number in these statistics corresponds to an individual, a family, a classroom, a workplace, a neighborhood. Yet epilepsy remains one of the most misunderstood and underfunded medical conditions of our time.
The Response
The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) is committed to helping people with seizures realize their full potential. By developing programs that educate, connect and empower individuals and communities, partnering with world class Level 4 Epilepsy Centers and other non-profits. EFMN is making a difference in the lives of thousands of Minnesotans and North Dakotans every year.
By supporting the Foundation today you can be part of the process of educating others, connecting individuals/families and empowering communities. Your support can impact people for a lifetime.
Click the graphic below to watch a short video about the Foundation's impact:
2013 Updates & Initiatives:
In 2013 we will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Camp Oz. Be a part of making Camp Oz an experience for years to come by designating your gift today. Consider a full sponsorship for one camper or supporting the Camp Essentials Fund. See Measure Your Impact for details.
2013 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Congress has extended the IRA Charitable Roll Over for individuals age 70.5 + can roll over up to $100,000 from their IRA directly to a charity without claiming the gifted amount as income. For more information please contact Hannah Baines at 651.287.2319 or hbaines@efmn.org as well as your financial advisor or estate planning attorney.
Corporate Partnerships providing opportunities: EFMN has joined the Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Choice Dollars Program. This program allows Thrivent clients to allocate their "choice dollars" to support EFMN.
Contact Us:
Hannah Baines
651.287.2319
hbaines@efmn.org
