About LFSC
OUR APPROACH
The Lupus Foundation of Southern California (LFSC) originated as a small support group for local lupus patients, growing to become the Lupus Foundation of Southern California, an independent, patient-oriented 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are made up primarily of volunteers, providing service and support for the lupus community in San Diego and beyond.
ASSOCIATIONS
The LFSC is a member of the Combined Health Agencies commonly referred to as the United Way/Chad Campaign (designation number 5533). We are also a member of the Community Health Charities, and participate in the Combined Federal Campaign (designation number 8027).
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND BOARD MEMBERS
Elizabeth Savage, Executive Director
Neda Gappy-Cortez, President
Matthew Fitz, Secretary
Gerardo Becerra, Treasurer
Daniel Womack, Director of Operations
Emmitt Henderson III, Director of Communications
Adriana Gonzalez, Director of Fundraising
Carly Lemmon, Director of Social Media
DONATE
Your donation of any amount helps us provide valuable services and support to the lupus community in San Diego and beyond. With a minimum donation of $35, you will become a member of the Lupus Foundation of Southern California.
News & Updates
Lupus SoCal merges with Lupus Foundation of Northern California to form California Lupus Foundation
SAN JOSE/SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 3, 2025 - Lupus Foundation of Northern California and Lupus Foundation of Southern California, two nonprofits committed to working with lupus patients, today announced a merger to enhance their mission and strengthen their...
Exciting news from LRA about a potential new treatment for Lupus Nephritis
LRA Applauds Aurinia on Priority Review of Voclosporin by U.S. FDA for Lupus Nephritis Great news from the Lupus Research Alliance came out this week and we had to share it with you all. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently accepted the New Drug Application...
Lupus Patients Invited to Attend Free Doctors Panel Discussion
Lupus Foundation of Southern California Hosting Informational and Q&A Event for Patients and Supporters San Diego, CA – April 25, 2020 The Lupus Foundation of Southern California (LFSC) is a patient-oriented, nonprofit group made up primarily of volunteers....
