About the American Brain Foundation

The American Brain Foundation, the foundation of the American Academy of Neurology, is an independent 501(c)(3) organization that funds the most crucial research to cure brain disease, such as Alzheimer's disease, stroke, Parkinson's disease, neuropathy, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy. Brain disease affects more than 50 million people in the United States alone. In moving toward its vision, the American Brain Foundation's goal is to reduce the prevalence of brain disease 50 percent by 2040.

Our Mission

The American Brain Foundation supports vital research and education to discover causes, improved treatments, and cures for brain and other nervous system diseases.

Our Vision

Cure brain disease.

About the American Academy of Neurology

The American Academy of Neurology, the world's largest association of neurologists with more than 26,000 members, is dedicated to promoting the highest quality patient-centered neurologic care and enhance member career satisfaction.

A neurologist is a doctor with specialized training in diagnosing, treating and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system such as Alzheimer's disease, stroke, migraine, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, Parkinson's disease, and epilepsy.

For more information about the American Academy of Neurology, visit www.aan.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and YouTube.

Board of Trustees

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American Brain Foundation Staff

Catherine M. Rydell, CAE
Executive Director
crydell@aan.com
(612) 928–6200

Christine E. Phelps
Deputy Executive Director
cphelps@aan.com
(612) 928–6101

Lauren E. Ross
Senior Manager, Major Gifts, American Brain Foundation
lross@americanbrainfoundation.org
(612) 928-6070

Suzi B. Sherman
Project Manager, Development
ssherman@americanbrainfoundation.org
(612) 928–6315

Jen A. Bruno
Senior Administrator, Development
jbruno@americanbrainfoundation.org
(612) 928–6316

John Hutchins, JD
ABF General Counsel
jhutchins@aan.com
(612) 928–6010

Financial Information & Governance

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