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The National Kidney Foundation, a major voluntary nonprofit health organization, is dedicated to preventing kidney and urinary tract diseases through preventive screenings, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by kidney disease through direct patient aid and increasing the availability of all organs for transplantation.

National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin (NKFW) is dedicated to preventing kidney diseases, improving the health and well-being of those affected by kidney disease, and increasing the availability for all organs for transplantation. In partnership with NKFW, you support all people impacted by kidney disease or organ transplantation. By empowering patients, inspiring action, and raising awareness of kidney disease and organ transplantation, you make a positive impact in the community around you. In fact, you save lives by increasing public access to information, education, and early intervention, and by providing opportunities for volunteers to share their expertise and compassion with communities across Wisconsin.

The National Gaucher Foundation of Canada was formed in 1991 by patients, family members, and health care professionals, seeking access to newly available enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) for the management of Gaucher disease, a rare genetic condition. Our vision is that Gaucher patients across Canada have access to optimal care and support to live full, healthy, and productive lives.

HealthyWomen is the nation’s leading independent health information source for women. Their platform can be found at www.HealthyWomen.org. For more than 20 years, women have been coming to HealthyWomen for answers to their most pressing and personal health care questions. Through its wide array of online resources, HW provides health information that is original, objective, reviewed by medical experts and reflective of the advances in evidence-based health research. HealthyWomen has a history of providing unbiased and accurate health information. Over the years they have earned the trust of consumers, health care providers, nonprofits, corporate partners and the media. HealthyWomen is widely referenced in print, broadcast and online venues and has been named a top women's health site.

The National Network of Depression Centers (NNDC) develops and fosters connections among members to use the power of our network to advance scientific discovery, and to provide stigma free, evidence-based care to patients with depressive and bipolar illnesses

Our mission is to lead state and national stakeholders in the development of comprehensive policy and programs for all those affected by problem gambling. \n\nOur purpose is to serve as the national advocate for programs and services to assist problem gamblers and their families. \n\nOur vision is to improve health and wellness by reducing the personal, social and economic costs of problem gambling. Diversity and inclusion are important to us, as problem gambling has significant variations in specific communities.\n\nOur work includes additional efforts to address the unique impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on people affected by problem gambling and how both state governments and gambling operators are responding to the situation.

History Able sailing started at Nepean Sailing Club in the mid 1990’s when enthusiastic sailors with disabilities tried sailing initially on a Tanzer 22 sailboat. The first two Martin 16 sailboats were acquired by Nepean Sailing Club in 1997 and the National Capital Able Sailing Association was incorporated in 1998. In 2003 Nepean Sailing Club and the National Capital Able Sail Association hosted Mobility Cup on the new able sail dock. Nepean Sailing Club acquired a third Martin 16 in 2003 and a fourth in 2005 to meet the growing demand. In 2008 Ontario Sailing lent Nepean Sailing Club a fifth Martin 16. In 2008 two members acquired International 2.4mR sailboats and are currently training for the 2013 Canada Summer Games..

The National LGBT Cancer Network works to improve the lives of LGBT cancer survivors and those at risk by: EDUCATING the LGBT community about our increased cancer risks and the importance of screening and early detection; TRAINING health care providers to offer more culturally-competent, safe and welcoming care; and ADVOCATING for LGBT survivors in mainstream cancer organizations, the media and research.

Founded in 1975, the National Organization for Victim Assistance is the oldest champion of rights and services for victims of crime and crisis in the worldwide victims' movement. Over the decades, NOVA has earned the respect of victims, their advocates, and their allies for advancing its four purposes: 1. Advocating for victim rights; 2. Improving the knowledge and skills of those who seek to help victims through training; 3. Responding directly to victims of crime and crisis with a toll-free "800" helpline; and, 4. Serving NOVA's members through its informative newsletters, its acclaimed annual conference, and its discounts on valuable materials and training.

The National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation was founded in 1990 by a small group of parents of children affected by urea cycle disorders. Since 1990, NUCDF has grown to be the recognized leader in the fight to conquer urea cycle disorders. NUCDF's mission is dedicated to the identification, treatment and cure of these devastating disorders, affecting approximately 1:14,000 births and leading to developmental disability in children. NUCDF's goals are to stimulate and support medical research activities, raise awareness and educate medical personnel on the diagnosis and treatment of UCD, provide information and support to affected families, increase public awareness of existence of urea cycle disorders, and educate legislators on the needs of families affected by these rare disorders.

The National ME/FM Action Network addresses issues that affect patients with these illnesses. For example: We spearheaded the drive for clinical definitions and diagnostic and treatment guidelines for ME/CFS and FMS, which were published in peer-reviewed medical journals. Overviews of these Canadian Consensus Documents have be sent to a few thousand doctors across Canada. Both the Consensus Documents and Overviews can be viewed on our website. We have intervened in a number of court case, which affect the patient community as a whole. Revenue Canada implimented our suggestions for revising the Disability Tax Credit form and procedure. We have developed a variety of educational resources for patients. And much more! There is still much more to be done. Please help us help others!

EDUCATION: TO PROVIDE RESOURCES FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT ADVOCACY PROGRAMS AND OTHER ENTITIES.