Alzheimer’s Research

Watching a loved one’s mind gradually slip away while they’re still with us, can be one of the most heart-breaking challenges we face in this world. Through research, time, and proper funding, that challenge can be eliminated with the advancements made at the Alzheimer’s Association.

Who are they:

The Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980 by a group of family caregivers and individuals who recognized the need for an organization that would unite caregivers, provide support to those facing Alzheimer’s, and advance research into the disease.

How they help to bring an end to Alzheimer’s and Dementia:

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Association is the most prominent voice for Alzheimer's disease advocacy, fighting for critical Alzheimer’s research and care initiatives at the state and federal level. They work on a national and local scale to provide support for all those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias. As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research, the Association is committed to advancing vital research toward methods of treatment, prevention, and, ultimately, a cure.

The Alzheimer's Association funds independent researchers worldwide through their International Research Grant Program. Currently, the Association is investing over $250M to more than 750 projects in 39 countries. Their grants have funded some of the most instrumental research in Alzheimer's science.

They fund investigations across the spectrum of dementia science, including projects that advance scientists’ understanding of Alzheimer's disease, identify new treatment strategies, improve care and support for people with dementia and their families, and further our knowledge of brain health and disease prevention.

What is their vision:

“A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.”