National Brain Tumor Society

The National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS) is the largest non-profit organization dedicated to the brain tumor community in the United States. It was formed in 2008 by the merger of the National Brain Tumor Foundation and the Brain Tumor Society. Both organizations had been formed in the 1980s by parents and other individuals who wanted to increase both research funding and access to resources specific to brain tumors.

National Brain Tumor Society
Founded2008
Focus"A comprehensive resource for brain tumor patients, families, caregivers, researchers, and medical professionals."[1]
Location
MethodResearch, Support, Resources, and Education.[1]
WebsiteBrainTumor.org

NBTS brings together research and public policy to effect change at all levels of the brain tumor research and development system, in order to get new, and better treatments to patients faster. In research, NBTS seeks new therapeutic targets, as well as to improve existing treatments, and encourages research that connects directly to patient care and enhances quality of life for all brain tumor patients. NBTS also provides education and information to help patients, families, and caregivers make informed decisions and develop strong support systems.

Mission

National Brain Tumor Society is fiercely committed to finding better treatments, and ultimately a cure, for people living with a brain tumor today and anyone who will be diagnosed tomorrow. This means effecting change in the system at all levels.[1]

Financial Information

In 2009, NBTS gave over $3.5 million in grants to fund brain tumor research across North America.[2] Eighty-four percent of NBTS's expended resources support NBTS's program initiatives across the U.S.

Fundraising

Events
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References
  1. "National Brain Tumor Society". About Us. Retrieved 2010-03-31.
  2. "National Brain Tumor Society". National Brain Tumor Society. Retrieved 2010-03-31.
  3. "Brain Tumor Walk". National Brain Tumor Society.
  4. "Boston Brain Tumor Ride". National Brain Tumor Society.
  5. "Race for Hope – DC". National Brain Tumor Society.
  6. "Race for Hope – PA". National Brain Tumor Society.
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