Our supporters make all the Difference
“My dream is to end ALS…I want a cure.”
— Roberta Peters
You have enabled us to be the #1 Voluntary Health Organization in the United States for people living with neuromuscular diseases for over 70 years. That’s why we have created this website to help you follow your impact with the Muscular Dystrophy Association and learn more about how to partner with us to create hope for thousands of patients and their families.
Mission Meets Impact
Science & Research
Support for MDA’s research enables us to fund teams working toward breakthrough therapies, which may have a life-changing impact on patients.
Access to Care
MDA leads the way in caring for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related NMDs, with the largest nationwide network of multidisciplinary MDA Care Centers.
Recreation Programs
Each summer, kids and young adults living with neuromuscular diseases attend life-changing, overnight camps around the U.S. – at no cost to their families.
Public Policy & Advocacy
MDA’s advocacy team works tirelessly to ensure the passage of laws and policies that benefit people living with NMDs.
Education & Information
The MDA Resource Center and supporting teams supply resources and support to the community at every point in their journey.
