Last evening, the Rheumatology Research Foundation hosted the annual Donors of Merit event to recognize and celebrate individuals and organizations whose support helps advance our mission.

The generosity of the Rheumatology Research Foundation community has driven advancements in research, education, and patient care for over 40 years. Since 1985, donor support has enabled the Foundation to commit over $256 million to fund 5,281 grants. We also celebrated the induction of our newest members of the Foundation’s Honorary Board of Advisors: ✨ Joel Kremer, MD and Sara Kremer who committed over $1 million to fuel the most promising research and established the Joel Kremer, MD, and Sara Kremer Career Development Research Fund to support early and mid-career investigators. ✨ Steve Russell, MBA, former Foundation board member and inaugural chair of the Impact Advisory Council, has been a dedicated champion of patient and caregiver engagement. His leadership and advocacy have played an important role in expanding the Foundation’s awareness, visibility, and reach among the communities it serves. Thank you to everyone whose unwavering support continues to shape the future of rheumatology! #ACR26