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 impact in the lupus community.
Together, the LFNC and LFSC will create a new organization, California Lupus Foundation, dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by lupus throughout all of California. With a mission to enhance the quality of life for lupus patients and their families through awareness, education, and advocacy. The
California Lupus Foundation will be committed to promoting community awareness and supporting lupus research with the ultimate goal of finding a cure.
“Merging our two great organizations formally advances and builds on the partnership that the Northern and Southern California organizations have had for several years. It marks a transformative moment for the lupus community as we join forces and strengthen our ability to provide critical resources and enhance our advocacy for patients and their families. This is not just a merger – it’s a commitment to a stronger future for everyone affected by lupus.” Neda Gappy Cortez, President of Lupus Foundation of Southern California.
“This merger allows us to combine our resources, expertise, and dedication to the lupus community, enabling us to serve those with lupus more effectively than ever before. By uniting our strengths, we will expand our reach and enhance the programs and services we offer. We do not anticipate changing any of the programs that each Foundation offers but will begin looking to add more offerings to lupus patients throughout all of California.” Doug Carlen, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Lupus Foundation of Northern California
Pending regulatory notices, the merger is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.
About the Lupus Foundation of Northern California: The Lupus Foundation of Northern California has served the lupus community for more than 45 years. We serve an ethnically and economically diverse population and provide the widest possible access to services. The Lupus Foundation of Northern California offers programs designed to meet both the social and educational needs of patients and their families in English and Spanish and strives to be a premier source of information on lupus.
About the Lupus Foundation of Southern California: The Lupus Foundation of Southern California (LFSC) began as a small grassroots support group in 1976 and has grown into a leading independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of those affected by lupus. We provide essential services, advocacy, and education to the lupus community in San Diego and beyond. Our unwavering commitment ensures that patients and their families receive the resources, care, and support they need to navigate life with lupus.
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For more information visit: https://californialupus.org