About the Arthritis Foundation
Since 1948, the Arthritis Foundation has led the fight to conquer arthritis, which now affects nearly 60 million adults and hundreds of thousands of children in the United States as well as their families and loved ones.
Together, We are Champions of Yes
Connections & Empowerment
We provide ways for you to take control of arthritis by connecting you with others who understand the challenges.
Advocacy & Access
With your help, we shape and influence health care policies and laws at both state and federal levels.
Science & Research
With your insights, we make sure effective arthritis treatments are being developed while also pursuing a cure.
We envision a world where all people with arthritis are living a life without limits.
Arthritis Foundation Vision Statement
Our Mission
Our Promise
The Arthritis Foundation is boldly pursuing a cure for America's #1 cause of disability while championing the fight to conquer arthritis with life-changing science, resources, advocacy and community connections.
Our community of arthritis families and the Arthritis Foundation stands behind us every step of the way. We don’t ever want another family to have to go through the two lonely years we did thinking that nobody else’s child has this.
Sarah Cloud, Arthritis Patient and Parent of Son with Juvenile Arthritis; 2023 Arthritis Foundation Champion Award Winner
Our Leadership
National Leadership Team
Learn more about the people on our national leadership team and others who make the Arthritis Foundation such a successful nonprofit organization.
Meet The TeamOur Leadership
Our Board of Directors
2025 National Board Roster, led by National Board Chair Dennis Ehling, is committed to keeping the Arthritis Foundation a strategic and successful nonprofit.
Meet Our Board
Our History
Progress Through the Years
On May 6, 1948, the Arthritis Foundation was founded with a goal to attack the challenges of arthritis through a national program to fund medical research and provide better medical services for patients. We’ve come a long way.
View Our TimelineAnnual Report
Our annual report contains more than financial information — you’ll read about new initiatives, meet inspiring patients and see solutions the entire arthritis community is helping make possible.
Read Our ReportContact Us
Connect with the Arthritis Foundation national or local offices for more information on ways to donate, membership, media or partnership inquiries, volunteer opportunities, and more!
Contact UsNews & Stories
We’re covering the latest developments in the world of arthritis to the stories of patients, caregivers, researchers and health care professionals, everything in between.
Read OnNo matter where you are in your arthritis journey, the Arthritis Foundation is here with resources and tools to help you live your best life.
Steven Taylor, Arthritis Foundation President and CEO, 2023