ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE & RELATED DISORDERS ASSOCIATION INC

Programs

1. Concern & awareness - see schedule o for detailsconcern & awareness alzheimer's is a progressive, degenerative and ultimately fatal disease. Too few americans understand the current and future economic impact of alzheimer's. Already more than 7 million americans are living with alzheimer's and as many as 12 million people are providing unpaid care and support. And this massive group is in need of information and resources.advertising is an investment that guarantees named placements of the alzheimer's association's core messages. Alzheimer's association advertisements are available in multiple formats: television, print, radio, digital and others, such as out of home. Prior to investing in ad development, the alzheimer's association undertook careful research to identify our media target audience, understand their preference and, in turn, develop each ad based on their and other feedback. Each ad strives to communicate the realities of alzheimer's disease and to ensure that people know that the alzheimer's association is available to help, day or night, and how to contact us or get involved in the fight against alzheimer's disease.the alzheimer's association has invested in…

   $117,318,427 spent
   31% of program spending

2. Research - see schedule o for detailsresearchthe alzheimer's association is at the forefront of the alzheimer's scientific field, globally connecting researchers in the quest to find methods of diagnosis, treatment, prevention and ultimately cures for all the diseases that cause cognitive impairment and dementia. The alzheimer's association implements an aggressive global research and science program strategically designed to accelerate progress by fostering innovation, identifying and closing critical knowledge gaps, developing and disseminating tools, and nurturing scientific talent.as the largest nonprofit funder of alzheimer's and dementia research, the alzheimer's association is committed to accelerating the global progress of new treatments, preventions and, ultimately, a cure. With over 20 funding programs offered across the entire spectrum of science to investigators at all career-levels, the alzheimer's association is currently committed to over $450 million to over 1,200 projects in 56 countries. In addition, the alzheimer's association's part the cloud funding program is designed to accelerate the transition of potential therapies from laboratory testing to clinical…

   $106,887,464 spentof which $78,797,252 as grants$7,850,215 earned by the program
   28% of program spending

3. Care, support and risk reduction - see schedule o for detailscare, support and risk reduction the programs and services of the alzheimer's association are designed to provide education, information, support, and resources in order to help individuals with alzheimer's, their families, and caregivers, to navigate the long and complicated journey through alzheimer's disease and other dementias. The alzheimer's association's programs and services are offered in person, by phone and online. In chapters throughout the country, constituents can attend education programs and support groups, receive personalized care consultation, and engage in early-stage programs.the alzheimer's association works to improve the quality of dementia care on every level, by convening experts to set standards of care, by educating individuals and their caregivers, by providing training and continuing education for care professionals, and by partnering with health systems and public agencies to enact systems change. Unique programming opportunities include direct training to providers through essentialz, video-based education through project echo and care provider community coaching. In addition, the joint…

   $106,706,167 spentof which $1,280,592 as grants$570,510 earned by the program
   28% of program spending

4. Other (diversity, equity & inclusion, public policy, & mission engagement)public policy: as alzheimer's disease threatens to bankrupt families, businesses and our healthcare system, scientists are moving closer to finding better treatments that could alter the course of the disease. The alzheimer's association advocates for public policies aimed at advancing research toward better therapies, detection, methods of prevention and ultimately a cure, as well as for better care and resources, and health and long-term coverage to ensure high quality cost effective care for people with alzheimer's disease and their families. More than 600,000 grass roots alzheimer's association advocates speak up for the needs and rights of people with alzheimer's and their families, and encourage congress to increase funding for research and care. Public policy activities also include collaborating with other organizations to improve quality care and raise awareness of key issues.diversity, equity & inclusion: the alzheimer's association believes that engaging diverse perspectives is critical to achieving health equity, meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis…

   $44,808,626 spentof which $10,630,505 as grants$22,696 earned by the program
   12% of program spending

The 4 programs described on its FY2024 Form 990, listed largest first by expense. Program spending in total: $375,720,684.