Mission

The Sumaira Foundation for NMO is dedicated to generating global awareness of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), fundraising to find a cure, and creating a community of support for patients + their caregivers.

What We Do

In 2014, this organization was founded based on the theory that heightened awareness and visibility of NMO will enhance funding to accelerate research to eventually find a cure.

*TSF Spark Grants award $10,000 annually to non-profit organizations, researchers, and/or institutions engaged in: research into prevention, treatments and a cure for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD).

*Voices of NMO (TM) is our flagship storytelling platform that features written, visual and audio content that shares the experience of those impacted by NMO to a global audience.

*TSF Ambassador Program is an invite-only initiative for passionate individuals eager to illuminate the darkness of neuromyelitis optica on behalf of The Sumaira Foundation for NMO.

*Our Partnerships + Affiliations help power our core areas of focus: generating awareness, fundraising and community development.

*Our year-round programming has convened thousands of patients, families, caregivers, community leaders, medical professionals and allies from around the country.