1. Arthritis Foundation
Supports RA research, patient programs, advocacy, and community support groups.
https://www.arthritis.org/
2. Lupus Foundation of America
Supports patients with lupus — many overlap with RA and autoimmune-related care.
https://www.lupus.org/
3. Sjögren’s Foundation
Supports research and awareness for Sjögren’s syndrome, which often occurs alongside RA.
https://sjogrens.org/
4. National Psoriasis Foundation (PsA-focused)
Supports psoriatic arthritis research and patient education.
https://www.psoriasis.org/
5. Scleroderma Foundation
Supports patients with scleroderma and autoimmune connective tissue disease. https://scleroderma.org/
6. Gout & Uric Acid Education Society
Funds education and awareness around gout and inflammatory arthritis.
https://gouteducation.org/
7. Local Patient Assistance Funds
Many rheumatology practices support:
- Emergency medication assistance
- Transportation help for infusion appointments
- Community arthritis walks and events
(your practices can highlight the causes you support)
8. Clinical trial advocacy organizations
Groups that help patients access clinical trials for RA and autoimmune research.