History

Founded in October 2000, the Child Neurology Foundation was created as the outreach and philanthropic arm of the Child Neurology Society. Members of the Child Neurology Society include more than 1,300 child neurologists from the United States, Canada, as well as more than 30 other countries around the world.

 

Mission

The Foundation’s mission is:

Advocate for children and adolescents with neurologic and
developmental disorders
Fund neurologic research of young investigators
Promote awareness of career opportunities in child neurology
Provide public, professional, and patient education programs
Support the activities and mission of the Child Neurology Society

 

Awards

Since 2001, the Child Neurology Foundation has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships, research grants, and other awards to more than 50 medical professionals and students.

The Board of Directors of the Child Neurology Foundation has primary fiduciary responsibility for its operation.

 

Make a gift

The programs and activities of the Child Neurology Foundation are made possible through the generous support of individuals like you. To make a contribution to the Child Neurology Foundation, please use our handy online gift form, or contact John Stone, Executive Director at 952-641-6100 or at jstone@childneurologyfoundation.org

In its short, but productive, five-year history, the Foundation has
impacted patient care and advocacy; has worked with the CNS to address the critical shortage of Child Neurologists and increase the number of physicians entering the field; has developed a series of educational programs for both professional and non-professional audiences; has funded a successful series of research awards and scholarships; and has produced a number of informative and education videos and publications.

Your tax-deductible gift or pledge is needed now!
We urge you to consider a gift — or perhaps a larger, multi-year pledge commitment to the Child Neurology Foundation. There is so much more work that can be undertaken—but only with your help and personal investment. Please contribute today.