Spina Bifida Association of Greater St. Louis Parents Association
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- EIN 23-7052533
- 5609 Hampton Ave St. Louis MO 63109 USA
- http://members.aol.com/sbastl
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Causes: Birth Defects & Genetic Diseases, Health, Nerve, Muscle & Bone Diseases
Mission: SBAGSL was founded in 1969 (formerly the Parents Association for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus of MO and IL) name changed in 1980. Purpose: To help persons with neural tube defects attain their maximum capabilities. To help promote and provide emotional and educational support for such persons and their families. To promote public awareness and concerns for all persons born with Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus, and other related neural tube defects. To encourage enactment of legislation promoting educational and employment opportunities and the removal of architectural barriers. To promote the development of social skills and to provide opportunities for interaction with other Spina Bifida individuals. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. All board members are volunteers. All donations to SBAGSL are used to support our local programs and chapter in St. Louis. Our organization helps to educate people and support parents/family members living with this birth defect.