The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases through research, care, advocacy, and education. Its mission is to accelerate research breakthroughs, advance care, and advocate for policies that improve quality of life and access to treatment for individuals and families affected by neuromuscular disorders.
Biomedical research funding, access to health care and specialty services, insurance coverage protections, disability rights, federal research appropriations, newborn screening programs, and policies supporting individuals living with neuromuscular diseases
Charitable donations from individuals, corporate partnerships, foundation grants, fundraising events, and planned giving
MDA Care Centers network, MDA Clinical & Scientific Advisory Committee, corporate sponsors, and partnerships with medical research institutions
Non-profit organization
