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FD Foundation is the leader in FD treatment and research. Our mission is to raise funds & operate programs with best medical treatment & sci. research for FD

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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Donate #crypto today! @FamDys is now accepting over 40 leading #cryptocurrencies to increase our mission’s reach. Your donation will help sustain our annual grant to the #bitcoin #ethereum #btc #cryptonews #nft @TheGivingBlock
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Donate #crypto today! In order to increase our mission’s reach, @FamDys is now accepting #cryptocurrencies . Your donation will help sustain our annual grant to the #bitcoin #ethereum #btc #cryptonews #eth #nft @TheGivingBlock
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Help us increase awareness for FD on #RareDiseaseDay ! Submit Your Zebra Artwork before Feb. 23, 2022! Submit your art here: #raredisease #RareDiseaseDay #jewish #jewishnews #FamilialDysautonomia #saturdaythoughts #saturdaymotivation
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
In honor of #RareDiseaseDay @FamDys will share #ShowYourStripes zebra artwork received, to raise awareness & generate positive action for the #raredisease , #FamilialDysautonomia community Today we are delighted to share Leah Cohen's zebra artwork with you! @RareDiseases #jewish
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
The countdown is on! #GivingTuesday & #CryptoGivingTuesday are only 1 WEEK AWAY! ‌Find out how you can support the @FamDys by donating #Crypto or #shopping the #Hanukkah Market on our website #BagSeason #NFTuesday #DonateCrypto #BTC #ETH @TheGivingBlock
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Tonight, we will be honoring #BenRainer . His friends from all over the multi-verse will gather and pay tribute. Tune live here 8:00 PM EDT Throughout the night, we will be raising money for @famdys in Ben's name, at the link below:
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Apply today! Applications close August 5th, 2022. The @EveryLifeOrg is offering the #YarrLeadershipAcademy a series of on-line courses offered to a group of young adults in the #raredisease community. #FamilialDysautonomia #positiveaction #jewish
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Leading off the clinical session is Dr. Horacio Kaufmann from NYU's Dysautonomia Center.
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
As we commemorate 70 years of serving the FD community, we acknowledge that only because of friends like you we have been able to accomplish so much. We sincerely thank you for your continuous interest & support. #jumpforfd #jewish #boxjumpchallenge #ashkenazi #nervoussystem
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FD Foundation
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Silent Auction is Now Open for #PeeperPypersParty . Bid Now: Bid on fabulous prizes including: trips, jewelry, unique experiences, sports tickets and more! #raredisease #jewish #FamilialDysautonomia #FridayMotivation #FridayVibes @NickCiletti
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
1 year
Planning to start a #family ? Don't forget to request your #genetic test kit @MyJScreen #Reproductive carrier screening can help determine an individual or couple’s risk of having a #child with an inherited #geneticdisease . #FamilialDysautonomia #rarediseases #MondayMotivation
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
5 years
Frances Lefcort with her team from MSU talking about the FD gut. #fdday19
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FD Foundation
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
@mamageekrainer @MulltiGeekdom @HeadGeekBen Thank you to everyone who donated to @FamDys . We are truly grateful for all of the loving support. 💙💛
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Thank you to Dr. Patricio Millar for a fun and engaging session during #FDday2022 . Dr. Millar is a neurologist trained in autonomic disorders and movement disorders. #scientists #community #FamilialDysautonomia #RareDisease #jewish #art #FDday #Ashkenazi
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
@ashleycomeau @thekarenparker1 @HaHaForbes @markandrada @MrKristianBruun Thanks for jumping in and taking on the challenge Ashley!
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FD Foundation
2 years
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
5 members of our @nycmarathon team ran 26.2 miles through the streets of #NYC & shared a commitment to support FD They've raised $52K for FD care & research programs, & we can't thank them enough. #TeamFD ROCKS!!! #nycmarathon2022 #nycmarathon #Marathon
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
5 years
Seth Walk, MSU: “the guy is a huge surface to be able to work with and understand.”
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Thank you to everyone who joined us for #FDDay2021 ! Didn't catch the live program? Keep an eye out for videos of this year's event in the coming weeks. We look forward to seeing you next year at the 37th annual FD Day!
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
5 years
Caregivers Brian and Stephanie Stillman recently shared why they fundraise for #FDMatch19 : "We fundraise to support Pyper, in the hopes of a cure, and to give her a chance at a full life." Support patients like Pyper:
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
FUN #STING - LAS VEGAS CONCERT EXPERIENCE FOR 2 BID NOW: - (2) Tickets (VIP Friends & family sections) to see Sting in Las Vegas in June 2022 #sting #stingconcert #stinglasvegas #music #livemusic #WednesdayMotivation #Wednesdayvibe @OfficialSting
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
5 years
Here is a SNEAK PEAK painting by Mara Clawson, one of five artists who will be exhibiting at TEARLESS on April 7th! Mara titled this piece "Pancake Love" Reserve your tickets or become a sponsor here!
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
If you missed #FDday2022 on June 12, or wish to re-watch any part of this dynamic and engaging program, recordings of the sessions are now available at: #scientists #community #FamilialDysautonomia #RareDisease #jewish #art #Ashkenazi #ThursdayMotivaton
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Such a pleasure to have Dr. Lefcort speak during #FDday2022 . Frances Lefcort is a Research Professor at Montana State University and her lab studies the molecular, cellular, and systems-wide mechanisms that cause the clinical symptoms of FD. #RareDisease #jewish #art #FDday
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Don't forget to submit your #art before April 14, 2022! FD Day 2022 art competition “The World Through My Eyes, The Mitzvah Year” - tell your story of how it feels to live with #familialdysautonomia #rarediseases #jewish #jewishnews #educate #wednesdaythought #love #research
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
FD is a genetic disorder that affects the autonomic and sensory nervous system. Infants are born unable to sense information coming from inside their own bodies. To learn more about FD visit #jumpforfd #jewish #boxjumpchallenge #ashkenazi #sensory
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
We are excited for this year’s FD Day to kick-off in 1 hour at 11AM EST. Throughout the event, you will hear from our expert panel of intl physicians & researchers. It’s not too late to register for the virtual event! For more information go to #FDDay2020
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
10 months
Support TeamFD! Every mile ran, every dollar raised, helps the Dysautonomia Center team at NYU Langone provide quality medical care for FD patients. Click the link to donate #nycmarathon #marathon #tcsnycmarathon #donate #familialdysautonomia #Jewish
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
Join comedian @EliLebowicz on 12/6 as he hosts UNIFIED, an exciting virtual concert benefitting the FD Foundation. Register at for a fun filled afternoon of music, & don’t forget to invite your friends via the Facebook event below!
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Register for FD Day Today! The FD Foundation and the Dysautonomia Center at NYU Langone are pleased to host the 37th annual FD Day. #scientists #community #FamilialDysautonomia #RareDisease #jewish #art #FDday2022 #Ashkenazi
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Send a Card this Holiday Season! Donate in honor or in memory of someone you love--or to commemorate a special occasion. Visit #FamilialDysautonomia #Ashkenazi #jewish #research #raredisease #medicalcare #tribute #anniversary #gift
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
1 year
#DidYouKnow ? If you are age 70 ½ or older, you can contribute up to $100,000 per year from your #IRA directly to a #charity and avoid paying #income #taxes on the distribution. Learn more by contacting the @FamDys directly today #FamilialDysautonomia #rarediseases #tax #jewish
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Thank you to the Dysautonomia Center team members @nyulangone for supporting the #JumpforFD #BoxJumpChallenge 😍 💜 💖 Today, we nominate all of YOU to join the fun, jump on board and post your video!
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
May the light of your menorah brighten your evenings and signal hope for the days to come. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy Chanukah!
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Join us for #PeeperPypersParty on Feb. 27, 2022 to raise funds for @FamDys . Hosted by 5-time Emmy award-winner @NickCiletti , @AbcArizona will feature a Scavenger Hunt, Live & Silent Auctions #FridayMotivation #jewish #raredisease #emmywinner @subyn_1
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Today kicks off Jewish Disability Awareness & Inclusion Month (JDAIM)! Join us as we enhance visibility 4 FD starting w the JCC Chicago Film Festival’s viewing & talkback of Living Art (film avail. now, disc. 2/3) & culminating w Rare Disease Day. How r u raising awareness 4 FD?
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
It is an honor to have Dr. Kaufmann, Director of the Dysautonomia Center who leads the clinical research program in #familialdysautonomia (FD) at NYU School of Medicine speak during #FDday2022 ! Join us now at #scientists #community #RareDisease #jewish
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Congratulations to our 2021 FD Day Dystinguished honorees!
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
#FDgolf2022 is here! We’re so excited and thankful to see everyone today! Silent Auction Closes Today at 6:30PM EDT Bid Now! Your bidding supports @FamDys #golf #golflife #FamilialDysautonomia #sports #RareDisease #jewish #golfcourse #tiger #golfer
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
10 years
Our superheros battle arch enemies every day. #comics #HQ http://t.co/tqNJJbzmAq
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Rare Disease Day fact 2 FD is classified as a rare disease because there r less than 350 individuals living w/ this genetic disorder worldwide. That is why we work to enhance awareness on this day, & throughout the year. What r u doing to increase awareness for Rare Disease Day?
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
5 years
Check out our latest FD Heroes comic, featuring Lindsay R.! Last call for people who’d like to be featured as an FD Hero IRL. Please let us know if you’d like to participate, as the series is coming to an end. #famdys #familialdysautonomia #fd #raredisease #featurefriday
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Register for FD Day Now! The FD Foundation and the Dysautonomia Center at NYU Langone are pleased to host the 37th annual FD Day. #clinicalcare #scientificresearch #scientists #community #FamilialDysautonomia #RareDisease #jewish #FDday2022 #Ashkenazi
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
#DidYouKnow ? Contributions to the Foundation support the Dysautonomia Center at @nyulangone fund ground-breaking research around the world & raise public awareness about FD. Visit #FamilialDysautonomia #Ashkenazi #jewish #nervoussystems #raredisease
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Did you know it’s Jewish Genetic Screening Awareness Week? FD 1 of the rarest of genetic disorders can be tested for by @MyJScreen Use the coupon for a discount on genetic testing. Don’t forget to share it with friends to raise awareness about FD & how easy it is to #getscreened !
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month! Join the FD Foundation, JCC Chicago & Sarnoff Center 2/3/2021 for a free virtual screening & talkback about “Living Art,” a film by David Rochkind feat. Mara Clawson an artist with FD.
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
Today’s FD community lives all over the world, & many r cared 4 by local physicians. NYU’s Dysautonomia Center has provided a list of articles that u can share with ur local doctors & nurses 2 help increase their understanding of FD. View the resources:
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
10 months
This year we honor FD #MOMS for our #crowdfunding campaign #FDMatch23 Your gift to #FDMatch23 praises the love & dedication that FD MOMS have shown to their children #families and the FD #community over the years #fundraise #donate #jewish #momslove
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
@bifrap1 @KeshetChicago Thank you 😍💙
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
It's time for our first virtual FD Day! Where are you tuning in from? #FDDay2020
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Have you registered for FD Day 2021 yet? For the 2nd year you’ll be able to enjoy presentations from experts in FD from the comfort of your home! Register for FD Day, support the event and/or participate in the opening video “I’m/We’re Watching From…" at
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
11 months
Support TeamFD Today!   TeamFD will run 26.2 miles through all five boroughs of NYC on November 5th to raise funds and awareness for the Familial Dysautonomia (FD) community. #marathon #marathonrunner #TeamFD #nycmarathon2023 #familialdysautonomia
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
8 months
#GivingTuesday is one week away! This year the FD Foundation invites you to join us in a show of support and solidarity with the #Israeli FD Organization. To #donate visit: #familialdysautonomia #raredisease #jewish #support
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Have you been following the #BoxJumpChallenge ? Thanks to all the generous donors we have raised $30,000 so far! 👏 & thanks to all the jumps we have raised awareness for FD 🥳 Today we invite you to join the #BoxJumpChallenge and #jumpforfd Donate at:
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
We're excited for this year's FD Day kicking off in 1 hour at 11am EDT. Throughout the event, you will hear from our expert panel of international physicians & researchers. It's not too late to register for the virtual event! For more information go to
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
5 years
Have you donated yet to support your sibling, child, cousin, friend with FD? Donate today to support medical care and research at NYU's Dysautonomia Center! So....what are you waiting for?
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Join the fun & #jumpforfd Today 😀 It's very simple: record yourself jumping on a box, nominate 3 friends to jump, share on social media with hashtag #JumpforFD & add donation link: #autonomic #sensory #nervoussystems #Ashkenazi #jewish #boxjumpchallenge
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
SAVE THE DATE! Sunday, June 12, 2022 is FD DAY Join Us Virtually for our 37th Annual International FD Day Conference! A Day When Families, Healthcare Providers & Researchers Come Together #familialdysautonomia #raredisease #family #scientificresearch #FridayMotivation #jewish
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Join the fun and #JumpforFD Today! #BoxJumpChallenge was launched by Stevie Schwartzberg's family to support the mental health program established in his memory at the Dysautonomia Center at NYU Langone. #FamilialDysautonomia #Ashkenazi #Jewish
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
@buoyantbabe @michaelschayer To donate, you can visit !
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Register today for this amazing course! "Demystifying Entrepreneurship For Youth with Disabilities" The purpose of this #course is to break down barriers to entrepreneurship for #youth with self-identified #disabilities and/or #mentalhealth conditions.
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
We are so excited to share our Fall 2022 #Newsletter with you! We hope you will enjoy reading many interesting stories about the activities of the FD Foundation & our amazing FD #community . Read Now: #raredisease #fun #run #marathon #reading #art
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Are you interested in learning more about #planned giving? Join Forever Devoted today! Simply include language in your will/trust specifying that a gift be made to @FamDys as part of your estate plan. To learn more contact us at 212.279.1066; info @famdys .org #makeawillmonth
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
#DidYouKNow ? The Dysautonomia Center is the only facility in the USA dedicated to treating #FamilialDysautonomia (FD). This is made possible thanks to the long-standing support of @FamDys #WednesdayMotivation #RareDisease #jewish #Ashkenazi #jewishnews
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
1 year
. @TheJewishMuseum : Access Family Workshop Visitors with intellectual or developmental #disabilities and their families are invited to explore the #exhibition May 28, 2023 10:30 am – 4 pm ET All Access Prog are free of charge & require reservation
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
Recently, our very own Keshi Taryan-Kigel participated in a virtual production of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. Keshi contributed her personal artwork & acting talents as the priest/servant. Mazel tov Keshi on a wonderful performance! View the performance
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
. @FamDys is the primary funder of the Dysautonomia Center at NYU Langone Medical Center, the world's premier FD treatment & research center. To learn more visit #jumpforfd #jewish #boxjumpchallenge #ashkenazi #familialdysautonomia #sensory #nervoussystem
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
4 years
Taking advantage of Amazon Prime deals today? You can support the FD Foundation while you shop! It’s easy! -Go to -Choose the Dysautonomia Foundation, Inc. -Shop! A portion of your purchases will benefit the Foundation & those living w/ FD
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
We’re excited to share that we have earned a 2022 Platinum Seal of Transparency with Candid! Now, you can support our work with trust & confidence by viewing our #NonprofitProfile : #jewish #raredisease #candid #guidestar #tuesdaymotivations @CandidDotOrg
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
If you missed #FDday2022 on June 12, or wish to re-watch any part of this dynamic and engaging program, recordings of the sessions are now available at: #scientists #community #FamilialDysautonomia #RareDisease #advocate #tuesdayvibe #TuesdayMotivaton
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
Join our Photo Booth at the FD Day platform #FDday - A Day When Families, Healthcare Providers and Researchers Come Together! #scientists #community #FamilialDysautonomia #RareDisease #jewish #art #FDday2022 #Ashkenazi
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
1 year
SAVE THE DATE!! MONDAY, MAY 22, 2023 is the 26th Annual #Golf Classic Join us for a day of golf, #food , live & silent #auction with all proceeds benefiting @FamDys Register here: #golfing #golflife #rarediseases #ngo #health #sponsorships #sports
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
2 years
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
FD Foundation works for the benefit of all people afflicted with FD, by supporting medical care and scientific research, as well as conducting social service and public awareness programs. To learn more visit #jewish #ashkenazi #autonomic #raredisease
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
For Rare Disease Day, the Foundation will be sharing facts to enhance awareness about familial dysautonomia. Fact 1: Approximately 1 in 30 Ashkenazi Jews are carriers for FD How are you showing your stripes today? Let us know in the comments below!
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@FamDys
FD Foundation
3 years
Help Us Finish The Year Strong! As you make your year-end gifts to your favorite charities, we hope you'll think of the FD Foundation. Visit #Ashkenazi #jewish #nervoussystems #research #clinicalcare #raredisease #donate #scientificresearch #medicalcare
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FD Foundation
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