LFLupus Foundation Of America
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About Lupus Foundation Of America
For people affected by lupus, the Lone Star Region offers a place to find information, connect with others, and build tools for managing the disease. Its work reaches more than 200 Texas counties through support groups, educational programs, community outreach, and advocacy. Your gift helps sustain free programs and services, including the Lupus & You series and community events such as Walk to End Lupus Now.
The Lone Star Region serves more than 200 Texas counties, bringing lupus support and education to communities across the state. Its Lupus & You series is free for people with lupus and their family and friends, while Walk to End Lupus Now events in Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio help generate revenue for free programs and services.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Support groups
Support groups provide a welcoming space for people with lupus to connect, share, and support one another.
Lupus & You educational series
A free educational series where people with lupus and their family and friends learn about the latest lupus research and managing the disease.
Educational seminars
Expert-led educational presentations and seminars provide information about lupus and related topics.
Self-management tools
Resources that help people affected by lupus manage the disease.
Information and support services
The chapter responds to requests for support and information by phone, email, and in person at community outreach events.
Lupus News electronic newsletter
An electronic newsletter providing lupus-related information.
Walk to End Lupus Now
Community walks held in Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio to raise awareness, promote community engagement, and generate revenue for free programs and services.
About this work
Mission
The Lupus Foundation of America, Lone Star Chapter, improves the quality of life for people affected by lupus through research, education, support, and advocacy.
Who they serve
People affected by lupus, including people with lupus and their family and friends, as well as people supporting someone with lupus.
How your donation helps
- Free programs and services for people affected by lupus
- Research, education, support, and advocacy
Need help?
How someone in need can access Lupus Foundation Of America’s services.
People affected by lupus can request support and information by phone, email, or in person at community outreach events. They can also join support groups, attend educational programming, and use self-management tools.
In their words
We are here to listen, to provide answers, and to give caring support to everyone affected by lupus.
In the news
Recent independent coverage of this organization.
- Study Links Brain Atrophy to Age, Education, and Neuroinflammation in People with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Lupus Foundation of AmericaLupus Foundation of America · 7/30/2026
- Study Identifies Possible Predictors of Long-Term Neuropsychiatric Damage in Lupus - Lupus Foundation of AmericaLupus Foundation of America · 7/28/2026
Grant support
$95,222 from 7 funders · through 2024 (IRS 990 records).
- COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC — $77,575 (2024)THIS GRANT IS DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT.
- BAKER HUGHES FOUNDATION — $300 (2024)GENERAL SUPPORT
- BAKER HUGHES FOUNDATION — $100 (2022)GENERAL SUPPORT
- COSERV CHARITABLE FOUNDATION — $10,000 (2021)SUPPORT FOR PATIENT ASSIST FUND
- THE WILLIAM & MARIE WISE FAMILY — $1,000 (2019)SUPPORT FOR ANNUAL LUPUS FOUNDATION GALA
- THE METCALF FOUNDATION — $2,000 (2018)BENEVOLENT
- STERLING NATIONAL BANK — $600 (2017)GENERAL USE
- THE FRITZ AND MARY LEE DUDA FAMILY — $500 (2017)GENERAL SUPPORT
Events
Lupus & You: Empowerment Conference
July 25, 2026An educational conference where participants gain insights from experts and connect with others in the lupus community.
Lupus & You
A free educational series about the latest lupus research and managing the disease.
Recognition & press
Press & mentions
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
What is the Lupus & You educational series?
Lupus & You is a free educational series for people with lupus and their family and friends. It covers the latest lupus research and ways to manage the disease.
How do the support groups work?
Support groups offer a welcoming space for people with lupus to connect, share, and support one another.
How can someone request information or support?
Requests for information or support can be made by phone, email, or in person at community outreach events.
Where does the Lone Star Region provide services?
The chapter serves more than 200 counties across approximately 80% of Texas, including the Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, and El Paso regions.
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