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Although the charities that comprise the membership of MRC are quite varied in terms of who they help and what types of research they engage in, there is one thing they all share: the passion and determination to help humanity overcome some of the deadliest diseases and ailments around. With each dollar donated to these charities, we are one step closer to finding cures. There's no more admirable goal than to easing the suffering of millions of people around the world. If your charity would like to join Medical Research Charities, then please click here. You can use the list below to find information about specific charities or use the search options to narrow the list based on the type of service the charity conducts, the type of people the charity typically serves, or simply by which charities may operate out of your state. Meedical Research Charities' participating charities are national organizations, providing services throughout the country. 
Note: Medical Research Charities listed here participate through MRC in Federal campaigns pending individual campaign approval.AIDS Community Research Initiative of America CFC Code: 11357 http://www.acria.org (212) 924-3934 Overhead: 22.40% Leading the way in finding new HIV/AIDS treatments and helping people get them. Our research helped develop many lifesaving FDA-approved drugs. Help find more. Click Here For More Info AIDS Research Alliance of America CFC Code: 12134 http://www.aidsresearch.org (800) 358-2423 Overhead: 18.60% The end of AIDS begins with research. By seeking better treatments, HIV vaccines and a cure, ARAA pioneers life-saving science. Help us win this fight. Click Here For More Info Alpha-1 Foundation CFC Code: 11717 http://www.alphaone.org (888) 825-7421 Overhead: 15.60% Supports research towards a cure for Alpha-1, a deadly genetic disorder causing liver and lung disease, affecting over 25 million Americans who are unknown carriers. Click Here For More Info American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine CFC Code: 10581 http://www.aacpdm.org (414) 918-3014 Overhead: 9.20% Help children with cerebral palsy and other brain injuries achieve their full potential! Funds collaboration among medical specialists, comprehensive family workshops and integrated team approach. Click Here For More Info American Association of Diabetes Educators Education & Research Foundation CFC Code: 11718 http://www.diabeteseducator.org (800) 338-3633 Overhead: 4.00% AADE Foundation secures financial resources to provide grants and scholarships to its members - diabetes educators, to ultimately improve the health of people with diabetes. Click Here For More Info American College of Rheumatology Research and Education Foundation CFC Code: 10582 http://www.rheumatology.org/ref (800) 346-4753 Overhead: 4.30% Arthritis afflicts one in three Americans. Your gift supports medical training and research to advance the prevention, treatment and cure of rheumatic diseases. Click Here For More Info Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America CFC Code: 10583 http://www.aafa.org (800) 727-8462 Overhead: 19.70% Supports research to cure asthma and allergies and helps patients through educational programs, advocacy, free information and a national network of chapters and support groups. Click Here For More Info Breast Cancer Research Foundation, The CFC Code: 10584 http://www.bcrfcure.org (866) 346-3228 Overhead: 7.40% Make A Difference. Breast cancer claims over 40,000 lives annually. Your support funds lifesaving breast cancer research worldwide: Prevention and A Cure In Our Lifetime. Click Here For More Info Cancer Immunology Research Foundation CFC Code: 11865 http://www.cirf.us (800) 867-2279 Overhead: 12.60% Provides funding for cancer research scientists to investigate new approaches for early detection and treatment in the quest to conquer cancer in children and adults. Click Here For More Info Diabetes National Research Group CFC Code: 11359 http://www.diabetes-science.org (800) 877-3457 Overhead: 3.80% Nicknamed "The Silent Killer," diabetes affects 23,000,000 Americans. We support medical research to find treatments, and possibly cures, for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Click Here For More Info Foundation Fighting Blindness CFC Code: 11721 http://www.FightBlindness.org (800) 683-5555 Overhead: 31.60% Funds research to discover treatments and cures for retinal diseases that cause blindness such as retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, and other related retinal diseases. Click Here For More Info Gateway for Cancer Research (formerly Cancer Treatment Research Foundation) CFC Code: 11719 http://www.gatewayforcancerresearch.org (888) 221-2873 Overhead: 0.70% 99 cents of every dollar received funds research focused on developing innovative cancer treatments with the goal of saving lives today. Click Here For More Info Glaucoma Research Foundation CFC Code: 12118 http://www.glaucoma.org (800) 826-6693 Overhead: 11.60% Prevent vision loss from glaucoma by investing in innovative research, education, and support with the ultimate goal of finding a cure. Click Here For More Info Guillain-Barre Syndrome and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (GBS/CIDP) Foundation International CFC Code: 11360 http://www.gbs-cidp.org (866)224-3301 Overhead: 20.00% Assist patients and families with Guillain-Barre Syndrome and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, disorders of the peripheral nerves through support, education, research, and advocacy. Click Here For More Info Hope Heart Institute CFC Code: 12168 http://www.hopeheart.org (425)456-8700 Overhead: 19.20% Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in America. We conduct scientific and clinical research, and provide interactive heart health education for all ages. Click Here For More Info Interstitial Cystitis Association CFC Code: 10578 HTTP://www.ichelp.org (800) 435-7422 Overhead: 17.30% Funds research, educates healthcare providers, and serves as hub for millions who suffer with urinary urgency and frequency and bladder pain called interstitial cystitis (IC). Click Here For More Info Leukemia Research Foundation CFC Code: 11725 http://www.leukemia-research.org (888) 558-5385 Overhead: 25.40% Funds research to find a cure for leukemia, lymphoma, and myelodysplastic syndromes and provides emotional, educational and financial support to patients and their families. Click Here For More Info Medical Research Charities CFC Code: 10899 http://www.medicalresearchcharities.org (888) 215-6722 Overhead: 0.00% AIDS. Arthritis. Blindness. Cancer. Heart Disease. Fight back by supporting medical research and help discover the prevention and cure for these and other diseases. Click Here For More Info Menopause & Women's Health Research Center CFC Code: 10883 http://www.osteo-breastcancer.org (800) 877-1775 Overhead: 13.60% Women are affected by menopause & related issues: broken hips (osteoporosis), muscle loss, weight gain, sleep and mood disorders. Support medical research benefiting women’s health. Click Here For More Info Multiple Sclerosis National Research Institute CFC Code: 12135 http://www.ms-research.org (866) 676-7400 Overhead: 11.20% Conducts research towards understanding, treating and halting the progression of multiple sclerosis and related diseases. Current research progress is promising. Please help us find cures! Click Here For More Info National Brain Tumor Society CFC Code: 54977 http://www.braintumor.org 800-770-8287 Overhead: 5.10% 190,000 individuals per year are diagnosed with a brain tumor. NBTS offers hope to those affected, funding brain tumor research and providing supportive patient services. Click Here For More Info National Eating Disorders Association CFC Code: 12120 http://www.NationalEatingDisorders.org (206) 382-3587 Overhead: 35.00% Supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders and acts as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to treatment through programs and national helpline. Click Here For More Info National Sleep Foundation CFC Code: 10120 http://www.sleepfoundation.org (202) 347-3471 Overhead: 17.30% Waking America to the importance of sleep and helping people recognize the signs and symptoms of sleep disorders through public education, physician training and advocacy. Click Here For More Info Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation CFC Code: 11334 http://www.oif.org (800) 981-2663 Overhead: 21.90% OI causes brittle bones that break easily. Coughing can fracture ribs; falling can break a leg. Help provide answers for families, research for a cure. Click Here For More Info Prostate Cancer Foundation CFC Code: 10574 http://www.pcf.org (800) 757-2873 Overhead: 18.80% The PCF is accelerating the discovery and development of better treatments and a cure for prostate cancer - a life is lost every 19 minutes. Click Here For More Info Sam Schmidt Paralysis Foundation CFC Code: 11724 http://www.samschmidt.org (317) 236-9999 Overhead: 19.40% Funds research to find cures for paralysis, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and stroke. Provides scholarships for disabled and conducts national disability programs. Advocates for disabled. Click Here For More Info The V Foundation CFC Code: 11722 http://www.jimmyv.org (800) 454-6698 Overhead: 4.50% The V Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to saving lives by raising money to fund cancer research and awareness projects. Click Here For More Info United Leukodystrophy Foundation, The CFC Code: 10575 http://www.ulf.org (800) 728-5483 Overhead: 9.10% Provides patients and families specific information, networking opportunities, assists identifying sources of medical care, funds direct and indirect research leading to clinical trials and therapies. Click Here For More Info
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