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MIP Score

71

Health Associations
Epilepsy Care

Epilepsy Foundation of America

Mission

The Epilepsy Foundation has been dedicated to improving the lives of individuals living with epilepsy for over 50 years. They focus on education, advocacy, funding research, and building connections within the community to combat the stigma and challenges faced by those affected by epilepsy.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

3540 Crain Hwy, Bowie, Maryland, 20716

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Founded in

1967

EIN

52-0856660

Total Assets

$20.38 million

UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported

This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

At a Glance

Purple Pumpkin Project

Purple Pumpkin Project

A community initiative to raise awareness by painting pumpkins purple during fall.

Seizure First Aid Training

Seizure First Aid Training

Offers training sessions to educate individuals on how to properly respond to seizures.

SUDEP Awareness

SUDEP Awareness

Efforts to educate the community about preventing Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy.

Impact Stats

1.6M+

Individuals Trained

Training in Seizure Recognition and First Aid

Trained individuals in proper seizure recognition and first aid procedures.

$68M+

Total Funds Raised

Funds Raised for Research

Raised funds to support epilepsy research initiatives.

100K+

Number of Ambassadors and Advocates

Ambassador and Advocate Engagement

Engaged a network of advocates to spread awareness and support the cause.

Past Events

National Epilepsy Awareness Month

November 2024

National Epilepsy Awareness Month activities to raise awareness and education on epilepsy.

Upcoming Events

Young Adult Support Group - West

Young Adult Support Group - West

November 20, 2024

An opportunity for young adults living with epilepsy to connect and share experiences.

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Parent/Caregiver Support Group Mountain Time

Parent/Caregiver Support Group Mountain Time

November 21, 2024

A virtual support group to help parents and caregivers of children with epilepsy share experiences.

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Turkey Trot For A Cause - Canton, Michigan

Turkey Trot For A Cause - Canton, Michigan

November 28, 2024

Join us for our annual Turkey Trot to raise funds for epilepsy awareness and support services.

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Our Programs

Public Health and Education

Public Health and Education

Programs designed to raise awareness and educate the public about epilepsy.

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SUDEP Program

Focuses on awareness and prevention of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy.

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Camps for Children

Provides children living with epilepsy a chance to engage and socialize in a safe environment.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Become an Epilepsy Awareness Ambassador

A program encouraging volunteers to promote epilepsy awareness in their communities.

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Lemonade for Livy

A fundraising initiative to support childhood epilepsy awareness.

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Purple Pumpkin Project

Encourage communities to paint pumpkins purple to raise awareness during the fall.

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MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

71

58

/100

Program Expense Ratio

79.54%

12

/20

Program Revenue Growth

3.74%

10

/20

Leverage Ratio

0.1564

16

/20

Working Capital Ratio

0.9698

10

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

1.46

10

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2021

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants20.37M93.02%
Program Services642.8K2.94%
Investment Income440.00%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets2.004M9.15%
Other Notable Sources125.5K0.57%
Total Revenue21.9M100.00%