FAQs - National MS Society

Frequently Asked Questions

Why join the Arizona MS Leadership Class?

Gain recognition as an outstanding achiever through an advertisement in the Phoenix Business Journal
Generate publicity for his or her business as one that supports the community
Gain a feeling of satisfaction from Joining the Movement and helping to create a world free of MS

What is the mission of the National MS Society?

We mobilize people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS

Where Does the Money Go?

MS Research

Research on multiple sclerosis was almost nonexistent in 1945, the year a small classified ad appeared in The New York Times: “Multiple Sclerosis. Will anyone recovered from it please communicate with patient.” The ad was placed by Sylvia Lawry, whose brother Bernard had been diagnosed with MS, and whose family was frustrated by the lack of treatment options. No one came forth with a treatment, but many came forth with the need and desire to do something about this urgent problem.

In 1946 the National Multiple Sclerosis Society was born, and in 1947 the Society sponsored its first three research projects. Today, the Society is a driving force of MS research, relentlessly pursuing prevention, treatment and a cure. Our $686 million investment into research has fueled many advances, and the hope for new, more effective treatments and a cure for MS has never been greater. We are part of a global movement of millions of people working toward a world free of MS.

We’re Making Progress

There are more potential therapies in the pipeline for MS than at any other time in history.

The National MS Society funded basic and clinical research that helped lead to the development of many of the approved disease-modifying drugs for MS.

We funded a major collaborative initiative that led to breakthroughs in identifying gene variations that contribute to MS susceptibility.

We have trained or funded many of the leading MS researchers making breakthroughs today.

Right now, our researchers are developing and testing novel experimental treatments and tissue repair strategies that may soon be in use for MS.

Community Programs in Arizona

The National MS Society, Arizona Chapter offers an extensive variety of programs, services and resources for people living with MS, including family members, caregivers and other members of their support systems.

We have adapted our community programs to include support groups, including but not limited to 20’s-30’s Squad, No Boys Allowed and Boys Night Out. These programs cater to the specific needs of our clients in the community. We have also implemented a Newly Diagnosed Program, a Caregiver Conference and several new exercise programs, including Yoga for MS.

The Arizona Chapter also offers an Emergency Financial Assistance program that funded over $40,000 last year for needs such as home modifications, food assistance, vehicle modifications and durable medical equipment

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