American Brain Foundation
The American Brain Foundation (ABF), formally known as the American Academy of Neurology Foundation, works to connect researchers with donors and to increase awareness of brain disease. More than 32,000 neurologists and other professionals are part of the American Academy of Neurology.
The ABF’s goal is simple but lofty: “cure brain disease.” They have already directed more than $24 million for research on several types of brain disease, including Alzheimer’s disease, other types of dementia, stroke, autism, brain tumors, headaches, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), and multiple sclerosis.
Brain Pavers, an ABF program, helps facilitate the involvement of the community and social media in fundraising efforts by choosing an activity, such as car washes, concerts, bake sales, birthdays, and runs/walks, to promote sponsored donations.
