Hepatitis Foundation International, Inc.

Causes: Digestive Diseases & Disorders, Diseases of Specific Organs, Health

Mission: The Hepatitis Foundation International (HFI) is a private, [501(c)(3) approved] not-for-profit voluntary membership organization dedicated to the eradication of viral hepatitis. Founded in 1994, HFI provides education, training programs, and materials for the public, patients, educators, and medical professionals about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of viral hepatitis. HFI supports research to find cures, provides a telephone support network for patients, a toll-free hot-line in the United States and Canada, a database of hepatitis support groups, and a web-site with information in multiple languages. Hepatitis Foundation International's mission is to bring viral hepatitis under control through increasing research efforts, professional and lay education programs and preventive education promoting liver wellness and advocating for patients and the medical community on critical issues.

Target demographics: all ages

Direct beneficiaries per year: 5 million, patients, families, community based organizations and health care providers

Geographic areas served: nationwide & globally

Programs: The Hepatitis Foundation International (HFI) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization established in 1994 working to eradicate chronic hepatitis for 500 million people globally. HFI is also dedicated to increasing and promoting health and wellness, as well as, reducing the incidence of preventable liver-related chronic diseases and lifestyles that negatively impact the liver. Some of these diseases include; obesity, diabetes, hepatitis, substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular disease and fatty/liver cancer. The Hepatitis Foundation International implements its mission through our touchstones to educate, prevent, serve, support and reach over 5 million patients and health care professionals annually through our public and private partnerships.