The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA), founded in 1977, is a national voluntary health organization based in Washington, D.C., with a network of chapters, offices and support groups located in communities throughout the United States.
Its mission is to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and advocacy.
The Lupus Foundation of America is a charitable organization with tax-exempt status granted under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
[3] The LFA's national research program is focused on identifying the causes of lupus, accelerating the development of new treatments and finding cures.
[citation needed] LFA's direct grant programs, combined with their advocacy efforts, have led to a total investment of $80 million for lupus research and education.