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The National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana, Inc. is the major statewide voluntary non-profit health organization dedicated to preventing kidney disease, improving the health and well-being of individuals affected by this disease and increasing the availability of all organs for transplantation.

The mission of the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii, a major voluntary health organization, is to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, to improve the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and to increase the availability of all organs and tissue for transplantation in HawaiiKidney Foundation was founded to eradicate diseases of the kidney and urinary tract. More people die each year from kidney and urinary diseases than in automobile accidents.

The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois (NKFI) improves the health and well-being of people at risk for or affected by kidney disease through prevention, education, and empowerment.

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.

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 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!

Prevent blindness and preserve sight by promoting eye health through public education, vision screening and training, advocacy for access to vision care, and support for vision-related research and public-health programs.

The Utah Hemophilia Foundation provides support services and education for Utahns with bleeding disorders. Through education, advocacy, and networking, the Utah Hemophilia Foundations encourages people with bleeding disorders to live healthier and more self-sufficient lives.