Michigan Lupus Foundation

As soon as Tuesday 3-11-2025, the House of Representatives will consider a government funding “continuing resolution” to prevent a government shutdown. But this bill could have drastic negative impacts on lupus research. Not only does the bill slash funding for medical research sponsored by the Department of Defense by more than $800 million (that’s 57 percent), but it would remove a requirement that has existed since 2017 to spend a portion of that funding devoted specifically to lupus research. ACT NOW - time is of the essence: find your Representative and tell them that the continuing resolution must be fixed to protect lupus research! https://bit.ly/3DuBC6t

The Michigan Lupus Foundation is launching a unique story-driven campaign to spread awareness about lupus and help raise funds to ensure the longevity of the foundation. With the help of Daniel Hills and BrandComix, a division of Comix Wellspring, we’re creating "The Invisible Illness" — an original comic book that illustrates the real struggles of living with lupus and the life-changing support our foundation provides. Stay tuned for more details!

The Michigan Lupus Foundation is seeking Grand Rapids area volunteers to work a concession stand during Griffin & Rise games, concerts and other events at Van Andel Arena during the months of April & May. A percentage of sales will be donated back to the Michigan Lupus Foundation, which will be crucial to our current capital campaign. Every event will need a few individuals to complete an online ServSafe course for alcohol sales. If you’re interested in volunteering, dm us or email [email protected].

The Michigan Lupus Foundation has launched an urgent capital campaign to raise emergency funds by May 1 to ensure the nonprofit is able to continue offering support services for those with lupus in the state of Michigan. Without the critical funding, the foundation will be forced to close its doors this spring. Read more about how you can help below.

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Thank you to everyone who participated in the Ann Arbor Lupus Symposium! We had helpful presentations from Dr. Zeinab Saleh, Dr. David Fivenson, Dr. Rachel Bergmans, MPH, PhD and Dr. Jacob Aday, Ph.D. for an in-depth look at lupus and chronic pain. Thank you to our staff & volunteers (Kimberly Dimond, Heather Hart Rochon, Harry Bhogal, Precious Hackett, Nicole Winters-Smith) and event sponsors AstraZeneca (Brian Holmes, Diana Michaels, PharmD, BCPS, Clay Eason) Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Chad Limones, MBA), Michigan Medicine and Credit Union ONE.

Lupus is 3x more common in black women than other races. As many as 1 in 250 black women will develop lupus and tend to have more severe disease with higher rates of organ involvement and complications. This month and every month, we see you and appreciate you. You are not fighting alone.

Shop for a cause! By shopping your favorite stores online through iGive.com, a portion of every sale will be donated back to the Michigan Lupus Foundation. You can use your browser extension, the iGive? app or shop directly through our personalized link: https://lnkd.in/gdkji8py. iGive? can be used in addition to Rakuten and other rebate programs. Thanks for your support! Every penny helps. ??

The Ann Arbor Lupus Symposium is 2 weeks away. Secure your seat by registering below. Members attend free.

When it comes to autoimmune diseases like lupus, adequate sleep and relaxation are crucial for managing symptoms and preventing flares. Poor sleep and overexertion can significantly worsen inflammation and immune system dysregulation, making rest an essential part of disease management. Taking time to rest is not just passive, but actively helps to maintain a better quality of life.