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Vitfriends Vitiligo Support Group Inc

Belong. Empower. Life.

HYDE PARK, MA   |  http://www.vitfriends.org

Mission

VITFriends mission is to raise public awareness and offer education about vitiligo. To support and encourage each other. To enhance the quality of life of those affected by vitiligo through our efforts of networking and sharing of information. To inspire Hope!

Ruling year info

2014

President/CEO

Mrs M Valarie Valarie Molyneaux

Vice President

Patricia Rossy

Main address

P. O. BOX 366073 7 FRAZER ST

HYDE PARK, MA 02136 USA

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EIN

80-0618761

NTEE code info

Single Organization Support (P11)

Human Service Organizations (P20)

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990-N.

Communication

Blog

Programs and results

What we aim to solve

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Our organization is working hard to address the diparities in the area of funding for research, full insurance coverage for vitiligo treatments, funding for local support groups and a National Vitiligo Act,\n \nWe are working to address the need that educational cirriculum include Vitiligo, that BULLYING be addressed

Our programs

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What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Community Outreach

Reaching out to individuals with Vitiligo, trying to make connections with Dermatologist who are able to refer newly diagnosed patients to us for peer support and Talk Therapy.

Population(s) Served
Adults
Children and youth

The opportunity to invite our National Vitiligo Community to gather annually on June 25, which is also celebrated globally. This brings together patients with Vitiligo, Dermatologist and Researchers from all across the USA. This gathering focuses on the latest in research and treatment for Vitiligo, our advocacy efforts across the nation, with discussions on the mental and emotional toll of Vitiligo, especially how children cope in the era of bullying.

Population(s) Served
Adults
Children and youth

Where we work

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Our Sustainable Development Goals

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Goals & Strategy

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Charting impact

Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.

A National Vitiligo Act.\nFunding to support group services.\nEducation about vitiligo beginning as early as kindergarten.\nNIH updated information be made available.\nProvide the needed support for our community members

Financials

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Vitfriends Vitiligo Support Group Inc

Board of directors
as of 04/05/2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Valarie Molyneaux

Patricia Rossy

Wallace Henry

Legislative Lead

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable