Charitable organizations are working hard behind the scenes and in the public eye to further research and awareness. Their lofty goals are to help all of us with this complex and debilitating condition to lead better lives. The top fibromyalgia charities in the U.S. and others from around the world are listed here so that you can learn more about these important groups and the critical work they do on our behalf.
The NFA website provides a wealth of information on the condition as well as a continuing medical education program for doctors and other health-care providers who treat fibromyalgia.
Quick facts on the NFA:
Founded: 1997Charity status: 501(c)3 non-profitLocation: Orange, California
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Free membership includes eNewsletters, online educational presentations, updates on research, information about studies looking for participants, and discounts on some items in the NFA online store
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Quick facts on FCI:
Founded: 2000Charity status: 501(c)3 non-profitLocation: Mission, Kansas
Mission statement:
FCI’s mission is to give hope to everyone suffering with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome through extensive research and reporting of natural, proven, and effective therapies that focus on root causes.
Resources for you:
Directory of fibromyalgia support groupsDirectory of fibromyalgia health-care providers
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Quick facts on NFMCPA:
Founded: 2008 (as CURE FM, became NFMCPA in 2010)Charity status: 501(c)3 non-profitLocation: Logan, Utah
Mission statement:
The National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association unites patients, policy makers, and healthcare, medical, and scientific communities to transform lives through visionary support, advocacy, research, and education of fibromyalgia and chronic pain illnesses. It also offers a newsletter on new research and advocacy efforts.
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While it’s not specifically a fibromyalgia-focused organization, people with fibromyalgia can benefit from the support groups, information, and advocacy it provides. It also has a newsletter called The Chronicle.
Quick facts on ACPA:
Founded: 1980Charity status: 501(c)3 non-profitLocation: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Resources for you:
Listing of chronic pain support groups Information on numerous pain conditions, treatments, and pain-management tools
Ways to contribute:
Donate money via PayPal
The International Myopain Society European Network of Fibromyalgia Associations Fundacio per a la Fibromialgia I la Sindrome de Fatiga Cronica (Spain) AFIBROM (Spain) Fibromyalgia Action UK
Moreover, donations to charitable organizations such as these can make great gifts for people in your life who are chronically ill or can serve as a way to remember someone who battled fibromyalgia symptoms during their life. You can also write charitable contributions into your will. However, before donating to any charitable organization, make sure to research it so you know your money is actually being spent how you want it to be.
