Arthritis Foundation
Arthritis Foundation was founded in 1949, with a focus on supporting the prevention and cure for arthritis. Arthritis Foundation creates awareness about different types of arthritis that affects millions of people across the world.
Arthritis is a disease in which one can notice inflammation of the area where two bones join. It causes pain, swelling, stiffness and difficulty in movement. There are about 100 types of arthritis and it affects people across all age groups. Research shows that arthritis is one of the major health hazards which affect millions of people in the United States every year.
Arthritis Foundation has its headquarters in Atlanta and also has more than 150 service centers across the United States. It is a private non-profit organization supported by individuals and companies. The target audiences of Arthritis Foundation are the people who are suffering from arthritis and prone to getting the disease.
Arthritis Foundation is headed by eminent people who contribute their expertise for this good cause. John Howard Klippel is the President and CEO of the company. He was with National Institutes of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases as Clinical Director before joining Arthritis Foundation. David E. Shuey is the chair of the Board of Directors and has been with Arthritis Foundation for over eight years.
He is also a member of the mission committee and heads the compensation and personnel committee. Daniel T. McGowan serves as the vice-chair. Frank Kelly, Jr. is the vice chair as well as secretary and Kenneth G. Baltes is the Treasurer of the Arthritis Foundation. There are over 28 Board of Directors who help in achieving the goal of the Arthritis Foundation.
People who want to help promote the cause of Arthritis Foundation can become a member or volunteer. Individuals and companies can also make donations to help further their vision. Arthritis Foundation encourages people to volunteer and participate in any kind of campaign they run in order to promote awareness of arthritis.
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