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A Global Health Foundation

Focused on Generating Health Conversations, Advocacy, and Financial Support Needs of Patients Worldwide.

From a culmination of over 30 years as an innovative leader in patient advocacy, our expanded mission includes direct support of patients, their caregivers, and families across all chronic and life-threatening illnesses.

Vital Conversations

Video interviews and discussions that provide an in-depth look and insightful exchange on the leading health topics.

Vital Grants

The grant program will assist those facing a significant financial hardship due to the diagnosis of a chronic condition such as cancer, Parkinson’s or Huntington’s Disease.

Advocacy In Action

A video series at the forefront of fighting for access to vital treatments and accelerating innovation so the right patient gets the right treatment … today.

Our Inspiration: Selma Schimmel

The Selma Schimmel Grant is a financial support program focused on helping patients and families who are enduring financial hardship while battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

Selma Schimmel Grant

More information and application for the Selma Schimmel Grant program

Grant Info

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