Health : Diseases, Disorders, and Disciplines
National Gaucher Foundation
A world of hope for families and individuals with Gaucher Disease
Rating
| Overall Rating |  |
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| (61.13) | |||
| Organizational Efficiency | |||
| Program Expenses | 87.1% | ||
| Administrative Expenses | 5.0% | ||
| Fundraising Expenses | 7.7% | ||
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.07 | ||
| Efficiency Rating |  |
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| (38.63) | |||
| Organizational Capacity | |||
| Primary Revenue Growth | 17.2% | ||
| Program Expenses Growth | 12.3% | ||
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 0.11 | ||
| Capacity Rating | |
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| (22.50) |
Income Statement (FYE 05/2008)
Contact Information
National Gaucher Foundation
2227 Idlewood Road
Suite 12
Tucker, GA 30084
tel: (800) 504-3189
fax: (770) 934-2911
EIN: 52-1350226
Leadership (FYE 05/2008)
| Name | Title | Compensation | % of Expenses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhonda Buyers | Executive Director, CEO (The person identified as holding the highest position of management, and therefore who would normally be responsible for carrying out the mission of the charity and leading the organization on a day-to-day basis.) | $72,346 | 2.25% |
Donor Privacy Policy
NO, this charity does not have a written donor privacy policy.
Mission
The National Gaucher Foundation (NGF), established in 1984, has funded millions of dollars to support and promote research towards the cause, treatments and a cure for Gaucher disease. To meet the ever-increasing needs of individuals with Gaucher disease and their families, The NGF offers a wide range of programs and resources for the benefit of the Gaucher community. The NGF funds research, offers financial assistance, promotes education and awareness, supports legislative issues and provides outreach programs vital to the Gaucher community. Gaucher Disease is an autosomal recessive disease and the most prevalent Lysosomal Storage Disorder (LSD), with an incidence of about 1 in 20,000 live births.
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